Your designer should have a background in electrical components and should have an understanding of electrical principles. This is important for a number of different reasons. The most important of these reasons is that lighting designs require different amounts of electricity to operate. You don't want to hire a lighting designer who will create a design that your house does not have the load capacity for.

You should try to find a designer that comes highly recommended by local customers. You should be able to find references for any designers simply by asking for them. He or she may also be the subject of some online reviews as well. This will give you the best insight on the skill and worth of the designer.

Some people want to hire a designer and let them have free reign to design anything he or she wants. However, other people like to be involved with the process to ensure the end result will be homey and comfortable. Don't hire a designer that has a history of pushing unwanted design schemes onto his or her clients. It???s your home and you need to be happy with the work the lighting designer has completed.