LIGHT SKETCH SERIES #4

FILMENT LIGHTING:

[a] residential=> reading space

[b] task lighting=> reading

[c] filiment lighting => floor lamp

[d] floor lamp with filament bulb

[e] this lamp creates an ambiance within the space and allows the user to complete the task of reading.

[f] this particular light creates a warmer space by enhancing the paint color and wood grain.  It also allows you to see the details within the fabrics.

[g] i feel that illumination is very appropriate. i like the space

[h] to improve the space i would debate whether to incorperate lighting within the shelving unit.

ELECTRODELESS:

[a] growth => mocking sunlight

[b] task lighting

[c] electrodeless

[d] large lamps that absorb light and mock sunlight into concentrated spaces.

[e]this lighting allows the growth of plants and gives them sunlight.

[f] allows its inhabitants to live

[g] i think the ilumination level is very appropriate and does the tast effeciently.

[h]n/a

SOLID STATE:

[a] traffic tunnel

[b] task/accent lighting

[c] solid state lighting

[d] solid light contained within itself

[e] the lighting guides ou through the space and allows for visual interest.

[f] the lights create a sense of repitition through the space

[g] i think the illumination level is okay, however it could be a little brighter

[h]n/a

COLD CATHODE:

[a] commercial => food court

[b] this lighting is accent. it is used to create interest and mood.

[c] cold cathode =>linear

[d] linear bars

[e] these lights draw attention to the ceiling and provide a sense of signage.

[f] the colored lights reflect on eachother and create this purple glow in the space. the other materials do not stand out because of the intensity of the cold cathode.

[g] i feel that this space is overwhelming for a food court.  i don't think that it's appropriate and is too over the top.

[h] i think the different colors could be reduced and not used in such excess.

HID:

[a] studio=>learning environment

[b] task lighting

[c] HID lamps

[d] pendant lighting

[e] the lights allow for easier visual identifications. they light the space well and are not distracting

[f] the lights create little glare. they absorb into materials

[g] i think the illumination level is very appropriate. it lights the space well and is not distracting.

[h] being in this space a lot, i don't have a problem with the lighting.

FLOURESCENT:

[a] classroom=> learning environment

[b] task lighting

[c] flourescent bulbs

[d] long bulbs

[e] the light source is fairly boring and dull and isn't lit very well.

[f] the lighting reflects off the surfaces and create glare.

[g] i think the illumination level is appropriate but the natural light produces more efficient light.

[h] for this environment, i would allow for more natural light.