That could save energy and reduce carbon dioxide emissions, while still giving us the warm,
yellowish white glow we love from incandescent lights.
In part, this is due to the change in domestic light sources: where once the ubiquitous tungsten bulbs gave off a
yellowish glow — well suited to off -
white shades such as magnolia — the LEDs and halogen bulbs that replaced them emit a cooler light, which, when teamed with dark surfaces, creates a snug, embracing feel.