lighting - interior decoration
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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
Direct Light thrown on surface belowOver bright, shadows, glare
indirect Fittings are concealed, light thrown on wall/ ceiling, reflected, no glare/shadow
Diffused Pass through glass/plastic filamentFittings completely enclosed/ concealed
Semi indirect
Some light diffused, some reflected from ceiling
FILAMENT/ incandescentVacuum filled/inert gasesFine filament heated Higher temperature & glareLife- 1000/ 2000 hoursDamaged by vibration, voltage fluctuationLow in cost, different sizes for all types of fittingsGives clear/ diffused Can produce highlights & sparkle
FLOURECENT LAMPSVacuum coated with fluorescent powderUV rays fall on powder give lightAide choice of coloursSome tubes have reflectors insideHot Cathode lamps low starting voltageHot cathode lamps high starting voltage ,instant start
Give warm light, with distortion of colour Generates considerable heatWill darken wall / ceilingAre easily replacedSuitable for pendent lights,Wall brackets, table & floors standards, spot lightsPoor efficiency
Running cost lower, saves electricityGives 3 times light as fill. Of same wattageGives diffused light with flat appearanceOperating temperature 1/5 lower then filament Good overall light , no shadow
Used with plastic/ glass coverings
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Recessed down light / wall light –gives illumination/ brightness
Wall light – only perimeter of room , unless pillars Portable fittings- sockets all over
restaurant
Subdued lights more usual Light can affect the colour of food Table lamps/ candles Banquets/ conferences- higher lighting Cafeteria/ fast food- high illumination
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
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