An overview of lighting concepts, trends and techniques
Lighting
a home is a critical element of the building process.
It can reveal and enhance all the detailing that an architect, designer, builder or owner may create Yet in relation to the overall cost of a project lighting usually represents a very small part of the capital cost
Reveal textures and colours
Reveal textures and colours
A nim at e a s pac e
A nim at e a s pac e
M a nip ul at e h ow we s e e a s pac e b y
M a nip ul at e h ow we s e e a s pac e b y
Dr a m a t i s e f e a t u r e s
D r a m at i s e f e at ur e s
D o w n p l ay l e s s i m p o r ta n t a s p e c t s
D o w n p l ay l e s s i m p o r ta n t a s p e c t s
Without light, we have
We see things because
Diffused-indirect or background lighting Helps set the mood Accentuates the spatial quality of a space
Is used to subtly highlight features e.g Artwork Bookshelves Seature walls - schist, brick, glass blocks Display niches Window coverings Architectural details
Is a directional controlled focused light for a specific task Suitable lighting to target task areas are: Recessed halogen Track spotlights T5 fluorescent modules Desk lights
Can be used to make a
creates a
may not add serious illumination but can provide
can make a addition to any scheme
light from a fireplace or candle can provide light sources