if u know anything about composition, i would say this is a good try...
next time try to make sure dont have half cut lights


kinda wasted? got other things that is more interesting?

btw..CompMac is a great teacher to new beginner...
i m still learning from him

If you look at the top picture, there are spotlights on the ceiling and one of them has been cut into half. That is the meaning of half cut lights.

By the way, the WB for Ritz Carlton series is good. 

then perhaps you should let the carpet hold much bigger portion of the picture.