lighting is important part of interior decoration. these slides focus on type of lights, lighting patterns, styles, uses and function , light fixtures, lamps, shades, light in rooms, bathroom, kitchen, outdoor, etc
2. Introduction
Creates right atmosphere, add character to room
Decorative & functional
Not appear dull/ flat…..,not cause glare
Balance direct/ indirect…, direct / diffused
Amount of light –depends on function of area &
colours used in furnishings/floors
Strong lights in kitchen , wash areas, staff rooms
Decorative lights // functional lights
6. Direct Light thrown on surface below
Over bright, shadows, glare
indirect Fittings are concealed, light thrown on wall/
ceiling, reflected, no glare/shadow
Diffused Pass through glass/plastic filament
Fittings completely enclosed/ concealed
Semi
indirect
Some light diffused, some reflected from
ceiling
9. FILAMENT/
incandescent
Vacuum filled/inert gases
Fine filament heated
Higher temperature & glare
Life- 1000/ 2000 hours
Damaged by vibration,
voltage fluctuation
Low in cost, different sizes
for all types of fittings
Gives clear/ diffused
Can produce highlights &
sparkle
FLOURECENT LAMPS
Vacuum coated with
fluorescent powder
UV rays fall on powder give
light
Aide choice of colours
Some tubes have reflectors
inside
Hot Cathode lamps low
starting voltage
Hot cathode lamps high
starting voltage ,instant start
11. Give warm light, with
distortion of colour
Generates considerable heat
Will darken wall / ceiling
Are easily replaced
Suitable for pendent lights,
Wall brackets, table & floors
standards, spot lights
Poor efficiency
Running cost lower, saves
electricity
Gives 3 times light as fill. Of
same wattage
Gives diffused light with flat
appearance
Operating temperature 1/5
lower then filament
Good overall light , no
shadow
Used with plastic/ glass
coverings
15. Ordinary bulbs- incandescent
CFL – compact Fluorescent light are replacing
ordinary bulbs
LED – light emitting diodes
Bulbs - 10 watt to 150 watts
Reflector type incandescent lamps-feature &
decorative lights , silver/ aluminium inner reflectors
High power outdoor floodlights- tungsten iodine
lamps
16.
17. Fittings & shades
Adds to decoration
Affects efficiency of lighting system
Appropriate shade ,variety of shapes,
sizes, & material are available
Standard lamps- firm base & shade correct
proportion to height of lamp
Flex/ wire avoid across floor, over furniture, under
carpets , may lead to accidents/ falls , fire
19. Shades – plastic, glass, fabric, metal
Materials discolour/ fade/ ruined by heat
Become dirty –looks untidy, affects efficiency of
light
Shade should be pleasing lit/ unlit
Shades – dusted / suction cleaned
Lamp base – metal - polished
20. Light fittings should be
Well positioned
Emit light in direction & quantity required
Pleasant to look weather lit / unlit
Well made , durable, mechanically sound
electrically safe – not give shock
Not prone to overheating
Easily cleaned
Lamps can be replaced without
difficulty
22. Uses of light
Lighting is used in interior decoration to
Reveal Features of construction
Conceal space by areas in shadow
Create impression of space
Create suitable atmosphere in room
Act as focal point, accentuate colour & texture
highlight pictures, statues, floral decorations
Introduce accent of colour by fittings & shades
29. Strong shadows may be avoided by using multi
light fittings of equal wattage instead of one single
light
Lighted walls
1. Give a background to furnishings
2. Give added perspective & feeling
of space
3. Can dramatize colours & textures
30. Entrance hall
Look inviting, give character, space
Large area- chandelier , wall bracket, pelmets
Cornice light- light reflected to ceiling
False ceiling- glass panels/ recessed downlight
Mirrors – impression of height/ reflections
Bright lights on reception desk
lounge Atmosphere- comfort, restfullness
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32. Recessed down light / wall light –gives illumination/
brightness
Wall light – only perimeter of room , unless pillars
Portable fittings- sockets all over
33. restaurant
Subdued lights more usual
Light can affect the colour of food
Table lamps/ candles
Banquets/ conferences- higher lighting
Cafeteria/ fast food- high illumination
36. Corridors
Subdued lights, avoid gloom/ glare
Room numbers visible
Stairs well lit- in stairs, along hand rails
During night – left on
Emergency light – exit signs
37. Bedroom
Adequate lights in different parts
Bedside light, dressing table,
study table,
Two way switches
Twin beds – 2 lights
Dressing- light on face
Table lamp – study table
Bathroom- face lit adequately, switches outside/ on side should
not get wet by water of shower