Single-family new house construction building permits: 1  1997: 19 buildings, average cost: $85,400. 2  1998: 12 buildings, average cost: $80,500. 3  1999: 10 buildings, average cost: $109,500. 4  2000: 12 buildings, average cost: $110,800. 5  2001: 15 buildings, average cost: $136,000. 6  2002: 7 buildings, average cost: $117,700.
Lighting Strategy. Lighting a living room with a pleasing glow is achieved by placing the recessed lights approximately 2 feet away from the wall for an average 8 foot ceiling. As a result, the light illuminates the ceiling and wall area for a calm mood.
Wall Distance. According to the Lighting Research Center, the recessed lighting unitâs design, distance from the wall and spacing will affect the lightingâs effect on the room. For instance, some wash lights fade toward the bottom of the wall, while other wash lights diffuse light or hide internal reflectors from view.