A platform for research: civil engineering, architecture and urbanism
A platform for research: civil engineering, architecture and urbanism
This chapter delves into the core principles and essential components of lighting design for architectural interiors and highlights the importance of lighting design, the role of lighting controls, and the significance of adhering to lighting standards and regulations.
In Sect. 4.1, the foundational principles of energy efficiency, sustainability, and human factors are explored. Energy efficiency (Sect. 4.1.1) addresses the imperative of optimizing lighting systems to minimize energy consumption and environmental impact. Sustainability (Sect. 4.1.2) underscores the integration of eco-friendly practices into lighting design, promoting long-term environmental health. Human factors (Sect. 4.1.3) emphasize the role of lighting in enhancing user well-being, comfort, and productivity. Section 4.2, underscores the significance of control systems in shaping lighting performance. A detailed discussion of occupancy sensors (Sect. 4.2.1), daylight sensors (Sect. 4.2.2), dimmers (Sect. 4.2.3), time clocks (Sect. 4.2.4), and networked control systems (Sect. 4.2.5) reveals how these technologies contribute to efficient and user-centric lighting solutions. Lighting standards and regulations are the focus of Sect. 4.3, offering insights into the key aspects of energy codes (Sect. 4.3.1), safety codes (Sect. 4.3.2), accessibility codes (Sect. 4.3.3), environmental codes (Sect. 4.3.4), and performance standards (Sect. 4.3.5). Understanding and adhering to these guidelines is vital for ensuring safe, functional, and compliant lighting designs.
This chapter provides readers with a solid foundation in the fundamental principles and practices that govern architectural interior lighting, setting the stage for more in-depth explorations in subsequent chapters.
This chapter delves into the core principles and essential components of lighting design for architectural interiors and highlights the importance of lighting design, the role of lighting controls, and the significance of adhering to lighting standards and regulations.
In Sect. 4.1, the foundational principles of energy efficiency, sustainability, and human factors are explored. Energy efficiency (Sect. 4.1.1) addresses the imperative of optimizing lighting systems to minimize energy consumption and environmental impact. Sustainability (Sect. 4.1.2) underscores the integration of eco-friendly practices into lighting design, promoting long-term environmental health. Human factors (Sect. 4.1.3) emphasize the role of lighting in enhancing user well-being, comfort, and productivity. Section 4.2, underscores the significance of control systems in shaping lighting performance. A detailed discussion of occupancy sensors (Sect. 4.2.1), daylight sensors (Sect. 4.2.2), dimmers (Sect. 4.2.3), time clocks (Sect. 4.2.4), and networked control systems (Sect. 4.2.5) reveals how these technologies contribute to efficient and user-centric lighting solutions. Lighting standards and regulations are the focus of Sect. 4.3, offering insights into the key aspects of energy codes (Sect. 4.3.1), safety codes (Sect. 4.3.2), accessibility codes (Sect. 4.3.3), environmental codes (Sect. 4.3.4), and performance standards (Sect. 4.3.5). Understanding and adhering to these guidelines is vital for ensuring safe, functional, and compliant lighting designs.
This chapter provides readers with a solid foundation in the fundamental principles and practices that govern architectural interior lighting, setting the stage for more in-depth explorations in subsequent chapters.
Basic Principles of Lighting
Ozenen, Gurkan (author)
Architectural Interior Lighting ; Chapter: 4 ; 25-35
2023-12-09
11 pages
Article/Chapter (Book)
Electronic Resource
English
Lighting Design , Energy Efficiency , Sustainability , Human Factors , Lighting Controls , Occupancy Sensors , Daylight Sensors , Dimmers , Timeclocks , Networked Control Systems , Lighting Standards , Energy Codes , Safety Codes , Accessibility Codes , Environmental Codes , Performance Standards , Interior Lighting Energy , Sustainable Architecture/Green Buildings , Interior Architecture and Design , Power Electronics, Electrical Machines and Networks , Renewable and Green Energy , Sustainable Development , Engineering
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