Accent lighting is used in a wide range of areas throughout the home or to decorate an area. However we generally like to see accent lighting in a living room or a family room.
Accent lighting is used on those specials objects that you would want noticed or highlighted for extra show. Accent lighting once again is done with spotlights, for the most part. An MR16 lamp is your best option.
Accent lighting spreads a nice circle of light around any area you wish to have illuminated - be it artwork, a mantle piece or especially an area used to present a food display.