Concept Lighting Proposals 1 The Nursery, Orlingbury February 2013 Samantha McNern

Contents 3. Lighting Proposal Objectives 4. Interior 5. Interior Lighting Approaches 9. Lighting Options by Room 22. Exterior 23. Exterior Lighting Approaches 24. Exterior Lighting by Room

Lighting Proposal Objectives The intention for this project is to offer a selection of lighting options which combine a few carefully chosen decorative lights with cost effective general lighting to create an individual lighting scheme in keeping with the design of the new home, personal taste of the owners and how each area will be actually be used as a daily living space. Good interior lighting generally includes three elements which work together to provide a pleasing and functional lit environment: - General ambient lighting – can include: downlights, pendants and wall sconces - Decorative lighting – can include: decorative light fittings, spotlighting of artwork or interior and architectural details, or use of contrasting light and shadows - Localised task lighting – can include: table lamps, spotlights and under cupboard or shelf lighting Exterior lighting similarly needs to provide a combination of adequate ambient & task lighting for navigation and security along with feature lighting to highlight the night-time landscape

Interior Lighting Sam McNern Ltd

Interior Lighting approaches General ambient lighting Recessed downlights provide even functional lighting but are not always a sympathetic complement to the interior architecture. Therefore it is proposed to use downlights sparingly and consider other solutions such as pendants, wall lights and free standing lamps to create a more homely and individual feel. Sam McNern Ltd

Interior Lighting approaches Task Lighting Specific task lighting reduces the need for bright general lighting. It can even be used in combination with decorative side lighting instead of the main general lighting. In Kitchens task lighting is very useful above work surfaces and can often be positioned under cupboards. Desk and floor lights provide good flexibility for lighting tables and reading in armchairs. Spotlights can also be used where floor lights would restrict movement around furniture. c Sam McNern Ltd

Interior Lighting approaches Decorative Lighting Decorative lighting can serve the purposes of ambient or task lighting as well as being a feature in itself. In choosing a decorative fitting for main lighting it is important to consider its light distribution and efficiency to ensure few fittings are needed and for energy saving over life. Where possible it is recommended to use LED or low energy lightbulbs in decorative fittings. As well as decorative fittings, light can be used to enhance a room by highlighting artwork and architectural features. Indirect wall & ceiling washing can also be pleasing and give a sense of spaciousness. We make sense of the natural world through light and shadow so contrasting light gives a natural feel indoors as well. Sam McNern Ltd

Interior Lighting approaches Picture Lighting Options As picture lighting is important several approaches are suggested for consideration: - Wall mounted picture lights can be very precise but mean that the sizes and locations of artworks are fixed. - A more flexible option is to use gallery style spotlights. These can be fixed or mounted in short discreet tracks and bulbs with different beam angles can be chosen depending on the size of each picture. - A further solution is even wall washing with light. This serves a dual purpose of lighting wall mounted artwork and has the general effect of making the room feel bright and spacious. Sam McNern Ltd

Lighting options by room Sam McNern Ltd

Study Desk or floor standing task light Downlights to provide even working light or a central fitting Concealed LED can be used to illuminate shelving Sam McNern Ltd

Open plan room Wall light Display lighting in cabinets Wallwashing to light artwork and add to general light level Pendant above dining table with option to hook in different locations. (Low efficiency heritage lamps used here as a special feature) Feature pendants for double height space 2 or 3 small downlights may be needed to avoid dark patches Sam McNern Ltd

Hall, WC & Store Rooms Wall lights to provide ambient light in hall Surface mounted fittings or downlights to WC & store rooms Sam McNern Ltd

Hall, WC & Store Rooms Wall lights to provide ambient light in hall Surface mounted fittings or downlights to WC & store rooms Sam McNern Ltd

Kitchen Wall lights to provide task lighting in front of windows Uplighting above cupboards will provide extra light and a general sense of brightness Pendant over central unit, glass pendant will provide general & task lighting c Under cupboard task lighting Pendants or surface fittings could also be used here as an alternative to downlights Sam McNern Ltd

Utility Surface mounted fittings or downlights to WC & store rooms Pendants or surface fittings as an alternative to downlights Desk or floor standing task light Sam McNern Ltd

Landing Wall lights on staircase Central pendant or surface fitting (Will need to reach to change light bulbs) Wallwashing to light artwork & add to general light level Fewer downlights or surface fittings will be needed in addtion to wall washing. Sam McNern Ltd

Master Bedroom Central pendant with diffuse glass for soft lighting Adjustable downlights to bay Bedside lights Optional extra downlights for light in corners Sam McNern Ltd

Dressing Rooms Diffused glass surface fittings provide soft ambient light for dressing Lighting within wardrobes is also recommended and may be supplied by furniture manufacturer Sam McNern Ltd

Bathroom & Ensuites Waterproof LED downlights for bright bathroom lighting Illuminated LED mirrors Sam McNern Ltd

Bedrooms 3&4 Downlights offer a simple lighting scheme for spare bedroom if arranged to avoid glare when laying in bed. Bedside lights Adjustable downlights suggested to light to wardrobes and mirrors Sam McNern Ltd

Studio & Garage Downlights are the simplest way to light this multipurpose place with the option to use adjustable lights or spotlights for added flexibility. Downlights are the simplest way to light this multipurpose place with the option to use adjustable lights or spotlights for added flexibility. Downlights are the simplest way to light this multipurpose place with the option to use adjustable lights or spotlights for added flexibility. Downlights are the simplest way to light this multipurpose place with the option to use adjustable lights or spotlights for added flexibility. Pendants may be suitable for a more homely feel Fluorescent battens to light garage ground floor level Sam McNern Ltd

Exterior Lighting Sam McNern Ltd

Exterior Lighting Approach Lighting to the front of the building needs to provide adequate light for navigation and security as well as a welcoming main entrance. At the back of the house lighting mounted to the back walls and within the dwarf wall will provide light to the terrace. The in wall lighting will continue down the steps and along the wall to the side of the swimming pool allowing for night-time navigation with additional lighting in the garden room. Pool lighting may also be added but is likely to be supplied with the pool. Beyond the pool the willow tree and waterside planting offers an opportunity to highlight the foliage. As the ambient light is low to this side of the garden this can be achieved using small spotlights on ground spikes. Exterior Lighting Approach Sam McNern Ltd

Exterior Lighting by Area Sam McNern Ltd

Front Entrance & Rear Balcony Wall lights to master bedroom balcony Downlights and wall lights at the front entrance Sam McNern Ltd

Front Drive and Side Access & Drive Bulkhead wall fittings for task & security lighting to garage walls, studio entrace, house side doors and in front of kitchen Sam McNern Ltd

Terrace Bulkhead wall fittings to provide terrace lighting In ground led lights to accentuate circular step pattern Brick lights to Dwarf wall to light terrace Sam McNern Ltd

Swimming Pool & Garden Room Downlights in garden room Brick lights continue in steps and then along pool side wall Sam McNern Ltd

Garden Landscape Led spike lights within foliage to highlight planting and willow tree Provisional sum to be allocated for landscaped garden areas Bulkhead to existing For extra task light Sam McNern Ltd