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LIGHTING DESIGN WITH
FIVE STEPS TO LIGHTING DESIGN
Lighting design can be daunting, so a well-structured design process is the way to go. Ansell Lighting highlights five considerations to help achieve the perfect end result.
HANDY HINT
Allow approx. 25 watts – or 250 lumens – per metre of space.
1HOW MUCH DO YOU NEED?
Consider how much natural light there is in the space you are designing and where the doors and windows are positioned. This will help you choose the right amount of light and locate individual fittings most effectively.
2THE LIGHTING RULES
75% of lighting in new builds must be energy efficient. So, a new lighting design may have to produce 400 lumens with a minimum efficacy of 45 lumens per watt and be over five circuit watts
3HUMAN-CENTRIC APPROACH
Lighting impacts productivity, alertness and mental wellbeing, so consider what space the lighting is for. Smart-lighting is human-centric, due to the overall control and ability to adapt and change light, and replicate natural light, so can suit most applications.
4COLOUR OF LIGHT
Ideally, artificial lights should replicate natural light. Daylight fluorescent tubes make it possible to illuminate large spaces economically. Where a natural effect is less important, such as industrial or street settings, use highly efficient discharge lamps.
5SMART CONTROLS
Smart lighting control systems save money and energy by allowing control and scheduling of individual lights and intensity. Using smart swathes, daylight controls and motion sensors help to control the light, allowing different lighting levels to be allocated for various tasks and spaces.
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