Pair indirect lighting with a ceiling fan to create a dramatic appearance. Hide indirect lighting fixtures using linear strips, which are easy to conceal at the top of a cabinet. (Install them at heights of 9 to 10 feet, if possible.) Light from the indirect lighting fixture will bounce off the ceiling or wall depending on where it is positioned and create a soft glow.
Use recessed lights to illuminate the length of the room and create a general-purpose lighting scheme. Space recessed lighting approximately 8 to 9 feet apart. Position the ceiling fan over a table or couch to create a spotlight effect and draw the attention of the room to a particular location.
Add a decorative light fixture for a hint of brightness. Decorative lighting fixtures also highlight art, plants or other design elements.
Add a basic table lamp to end tables. This type of general lighting is ideal for working, cleaning and performing general duties in the home.
Eliminate a stroboscopic effect, which can occur if a fan blade interrupts the path of recessed light, by positioning lights at least 9 inches to 1 foot from the end of the fan blades. A stroboscopic effect gives an illusion of slow motion.