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Can anyone give advice on choosing recessed lighting for a kitchen?

We have 12 foot ceilings, honey colored cabinets, formica countertops. Our kitchen isn't very big and I want something simple. My brother in law is an electrician and able to install them but I don't know where to begin. Also, we're on a budget so I don't want to most expensive. Maybe something I can find at Lowe's or Home Depot.

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1. I would go with a 6" recesses can you can get them from home depot. the tall ceiling will allow you to use a 6" can. If your appliances are stainless or you faucet is nickel they make brush nickel trims that would look nice and tie the space together. also consider a pendant hanging over the sink as an accent light. below is the link to the brand home depot carries
2. http://www.kitchenartworks.com/lighting.htm has some good helps on general lighting of kitchens. Check the links.
3. We have 10 foot ceilings and use a combination of 6" cans and a three bulb pendant. The pendant is hanging over the island that has the cook top installed in it. We find this a good combination of lighting for that area. We also have two cans over the sink area and under cabinet lights to illuminate the other counter tops. We leave the under cabinet lights on all day but only use the others when needed.