For non-LED bulbs, look for those labelled warm white ... which allow you to add a wall light without having to rewire the room. There’s no need for downlights in this room, but if you want ...

If you have high ceilings, then you'll want floodlights that shine nice and bright in a single direction.

Compact fluorescent bulbs are suitable for general interior lighting in spaces like hallways, kitchens, and bathrooms.