1. Ryan Watkins. ID270. Intro to Interior Design. Tone. Week Six Critique. Spring ‘11
The ambient lighting in this room was set up very creatively. The author stated that he
used rope lights behind dressers to create this effect. The lighting provides a sense of
quiet ambiance, and a comforting, romantic feeling. The lighting really draws your eye to
the windows along the wall, and brings out the texture of the book cases.
This kitchen is filled with multiple types of lighting. The designer did a phenomenal job
with the different types of task lighting. First, the task lighting along the wall provides
ample light for any job needing to be done on the counter space, while accenting the
tiling on the wall. The second form of task lighting he used comes from the drop down
lights over the extended bar area, providing light to work and eat, and a decorative
display. The third type of task lighting is along the ceiling right over the counter tops,
providing even more lighting to the task at hand. This kitchen has an open, roomy feel
and the neutral green color combined with the natural light and stainless steel appliances
creates a mood of subtle content.