Training manual Lighting concepts – Light techniques and effects Lighting Design Techniques and Effects Training manual Chapter 6

Training manual Lighting concepts – Light techniques and effects Objectives describe and understand the features of lighting design understand the different light techniques understand the different types of lighting effects

Training manual Lighting concepts – Light techniques and effects Light distribution Direct emitting The most effective form of distributing light and produce shadows Indirect emitting Helps to soften shadows Semi direct emitting No shadows and accentuation of the room Soft light, no dark corners

Training manual Lighting concepts – Light techniques and effects Light distribution Semi indirect emitting Soft light, no shadows Diffuse emitting No shadows Spotlight Creates a beam of light to attract attention.

Training manual Lighting concepts – Light techniques and effects Lighting effects Task lighting To provide extra local lighting in addition to general lighting to do work tasks Accent lighting To provide local lighting in addition to general lighting to highlight specific items Cove lighting Indirect lighting to enhance the architectural space

Training manual Lighting concepts – Light techniques and effects Lighting effects Orientation lighting To help allow walking around without accidents Mirror lighting Diffuse, shadow free light on the face Decor lighting Light which adds decorative lighting elements to the interior

Training manual Lighting concepts – Light techniques and effects Home lighting functions Workspace General lighting provides a basic lighting level in the space Desk lighting provides free shadow light on the task area. Kids room The different types of lighting effects used are general lighting, task lighting, light light accent lighting, effect lighting

Training manual Lighting concepts – Light techniques and effects Home lighting functions Bathroom Lighting effects used: 1.General lighting : to improve the overall look and feel of the bathroom and set the ambiance 2.Shower lighting:to keep you safe in wet conditions 3.Mirror lighting:for precision tasks like shaving, applying make-up and teeth brushing 4.Orientation lighting:for creating some playful accents as well as for guiding light during the night

Training manual Lighting concepts – Light techniques and effects Home lighting functions Corridors, stairs The different types of lighting effects used to light up stairs and corridors are: 1.General lighting 2.Accent lighting 3.Orientation lighting

Training manual Lighting concepts – Light techniques and effects Home lighting functions Kitchen The different types of lighting effects used for kitchens are: 1.General lighting Fills the kitchen with an inviting glow 2.Accent lighting Brings out the best in the kitchen 3.Task lighting Lights up the task area for chopping and slicing, shadow free effect

Training manual Lighting concepts – Light techniques and effects Outdoor lighting effects Grazing Used to bring out textured beauty of stone or brick retaining walls, fences, chimneys and other interesting masonry. Up Lighting: This dramatic technique is used to highlight trees or other plants, or architectural elements.

Training manual Lighting concepts – Light techniques and effects Outdoor lighting effects Moon Lighting: This natural, soft lighting over large areas creates ideal transitions between more focal lighting techniques. Cross Lighting: Often used to define focal points, this technique defines surface texture and shape instead of a flattening effect when using a single front light.

Training manual Lighting concepts – Light techniques and effects Outdoor lighting effects Mirror Lighting: Used to take advantage of reflective surfaces such as water, this technique helps to create a more compelling visual experience. Wall Lighting: Retaining and free-standing walls and regions adjacent to them can be enhanced by this lighting technique.

Training manual Lighting concepts – Light techniques and effects Outdoor lighting effects Step Lighting: Steps can be a tripping hazard if not properly lit. This technique helps add safety to these areas. Path/Area Lighting: This technique provides seamless transition between lighting scenes and also provides safety to prevent tripping hazards.

Training manual Lighting concepts – Light techniques and effects Outdoor lighting effects Silhouetting: Lighting a backdrop can create a dramatic effect for areas with objects/plants nearby that have interesting shapes. Wall Washing: This broad, even illumination across a house or wall produces a flattening effect for background lighting.

Training manual Lighting concepts – Light techniques and effects Outdoor lighting effects Backlighting: This technique provides illumination around the edges of an object emphasizing its interesting shape. Shadowing: Shadows create visual interest on the structure, breaking up linear patterns.

Training manual Lighting concepts – Light techniques and effects