<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Lumen and Line Designs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Independent residential electrical drafting and lighting consultancy for new homes in Melbourne, Victoria. Construction-ready plans. No supplier commissions.]]></description><link>https://www.lumenandlinedesigns.com.au/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 13:04:17 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.lumenandlinedesigns.com.au/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[How to Light an Open Plan Living Space: 10 Questions That Matter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Open plan living is the standard layout in most new Australian homes. It's also the hardest space to light well. 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