ELEMENTS OF LIGHT: LIGHT AS A COMPOSITION - is perceived as an element within space and the two dimension properties of light itself. Offering light itself as a spatial object. LIGHT AS AN EXPERIENCE - plays part of the character and feel of the space; this is the three dimensional properties of light emphasized by the atmospheric properties that it brings into a space. LIGHT AS A SUBSTANCE interprets light for its source, color, and intensity, and how light travels through apertures and surfaces, is reflected within the space. LIGHT AS A COMMODITY - looks at the luminosity of the environment and how light addresses the interior environment and functional needs of the space. ASSIGNMENT 5 OBJECTIVE: Develop an understanding of the relation to experience of light, shadow and space. Choose four photographs of your preference and document the elements of light. NOTE: 1) Light 2) Shadow 3) Space ILLUSTRATE: 1) Conditions 2) Opportunities 3) Constraints Sketch over each photograph to show how light and shadow affects and defines the space. Scan the sketches and add annotations that identify the element of light present in this space and additional notes about light, shade and shadow. NOTES: “Light as Architectural Form” Space is negotiated by its: 1. architecture 2. form 3. play of light and shadow -Light creates a powerful impact in architecture and with light comes shadows light  architecture  shadow -It is within the light and the dark in which place takes shape. - It is through light that the physical world is able to go to a heightening experience. Light is a key player in: 1. composition of space 2. experience of space 3. substance of space 4 commodity of space OUTLINE: I. Elements of Light A. As a composition 1. light as a spatial object B. As an experience 1. displays character 2. evokes feeling C. As a substance 1. interprets its source, color and intensity 2. how it travels through space 3. how it reflects D. As a commodity 1. its level of luminosity 2. how it addresses the interior environment 3. how it addresses the functional needs of the space LIGHT AND SHADOWA5

ELEMENTS OF LIGHT LIGHT AS A COMPOSITION - is perceived as an element within space and the two dimension properties of light itself. Offering light itself as a spatial object. LIGHT AS AN EXPERIENCE - plays part of the character and feel of the space; this is the three dimensional properties of light emphasized by the atmospheric properties that it brings into a space. LIGHT AS A SUBSTANCE interprets light for its source, color, and intensity, and how light travels through apertures and surfaces, is reflected within the space. LIGHT AS A COMMODITY - looks at the luminosity of the environment and how light addresses the interior environment and functional needs of the space. PHOTO 1 Walkway within a mall of a casino/hotel in Toronto, CA This space was chosen because of the dynamic reflection/lighting effect it provided through its simple repetition and pattern. As far as form, there is a repetition of cream arches, marble clad columns and arched storefront windows. While walking through it there is a harmonious repetition happening on each wall and above on the ceiling. There is even a repetition of light luminosity from each circular opening and a repetition of shadows within each arched recess. Neon lights are used to emphasize the arches perpendicular to the direction of travel. Pattern and repetition in design are successful because they provide order. No matter how complex architecture may be, most people incline towards discovering order within a space. ( arkitek.org/files/repetitionRhythmS mall.pdf) Due to the reflective nature of the storefront windows, the ceiling pattern of light openings is repeated in the window’s reflection. Likewise, a pattern is also reflected on the marble floors. NOTE: 1) LIGHT The high amount of daylight provided from the repeated circular openings in the ceiling are very impactful for viewers and doubles as an energy conscious effort to illuminate this walkway naturally. 2) SHADOW The pattern of extremely bright light (from the openings) and neon lit arches are hugged by the shadowy corners (from where the arches meet the storefront). It creates a hierarchy for the bright openings and neon arches while creating complexity. 3) SPACE The openings call your attention directly upwards and allow the space to feel taller than it is. ILLUSTRATE: 1) CONDITIONS Good amount of natural, ambient and accent lighting. 2) OPPORTUNITITES Great use of natural light and energy efficiency. Nice combination of natural light and artificial neon accents (as oppose to a clash). Pattern reflections exist on the storefront windows. 3) CONSTRAINTS The trees hinder the ultimate lighting experience this hallway can create. Only from a far view can the pattern effect be seen and appreciated. It was too bright to enjoy the amount of shadows that can be created in this space. LIGHT AND SHADOW 1

ELEMENTS OF LIGHT LIGHT AS A COMPOSITION - is perceived as an element within space and the two dimension properties of light itself. Offering light itself as a spatial object. LIGHT AS AN EXPERIENCE - plays part of the character and feel of the space; this is the three dimensional properties of light emphasized by the atmospheric properties that it brings into a space. LIGHT AS A SUBSTANCE interprets light for its source, color, and intensity, and how light travels through apertures and surfaces, is reflected within the space. LIGHT AS A COMMODITY - looks at the luminosity of the environment and how light addresses the interior environment and functional needs of the space. PHOTO 2 The store located within the ROM Museum in Toronto, CA The lighting of ROM’s reception area and boutique store was complex and exciting. The dynamic nature of the lighting and how it reflected off the surrounding surfaces was a fascinating experience. Even though the angles of the light fixtures do not follow a strict pattern the lights have a “pattern” or rhythmic structure of their own. The floor pattern mimics a similar pattern but in a much darker contrast. Other than these large angled linear lights there is not a lot of light experienced from the other fixtures. However, the other fixtures follow similar or complimentary angles. NOTE: 1) LIGHT The most amount of light is experienced from the angled linear coves/fixtures. It provides areas or instances of higher levels of task lighting upon certain areas of the tops of the displays. Other areas tend to be much darker. 2) SHADOW The areas farthest from the angled linear coves are much darker. They even lack in a number of recessed or drop down lights. The products on display in these certain areas cast shadows on nearby displays. What is neat is that the shadows are cast at all different angles. 3) SPACE The space evokes a sort of movement and tension due to the angles which “pull” you into the space. Likewise, when the lighting in this space is seen from a distance, pure interest alone will cause you to go and want to experience the space. Draws you to it and inside of it. ILLUSTRATE: 1) CONDITIONS Areas of very bright architectural lighting with areas is low lumen ambient lighting or task lighting; contrast between dark and light, bright and shadowy. 2) OPPORTUNITITES Very dynamic experience and the angles tend to allow your eyes to travel across the space. 3) CONSTRAINTS Lack of uniformity of light. Some display stands or tables are very shadowy and lack appropriate levels of light. Displays should be very well lit for product display. LIGHT AND SHADOW 2

ELEMENTS OF LIGHT LIGHT AS A COMPOSITION - is perceived as an element within space and the two dimension properties of light itself. Offering light itself as a spatial object. LIGHT AS AN EXPERIENCE - plays part of the character and feel of the space; this is the three dimensional properties of light emphasized by the atmospheric properties that it brings into a space. LIGHT AS A SUBSTANCE interprets light for its source, color, and intensity, and how light travels through apertures and surfaces, is reflected within the space. LIGHT AS A COMMODITY - looks at the luminosity of the environment and how light addresses the interior environment and functional needs of the space. PHOTO 3 One of the churches from the Sacred Spaces Tour in Toronto, CA This is not the best picture of this space, but it expresses the elements of light and an experience in which I want to study. This space interests me because of the warm glow which is produced from the stained glass windows. Color light is emitted from windows and falls upon the different surfaces of the room. Constantly changing movement, direction and luminosity. The experience from the warm colored light can change if visited at different times of the day or even month or season. It is light which can be seen as alive and forever moving and inspiring. Also, the symbolic nature of the stained glass windows is strongly appreciated. “Symbolically, it was regarded as a manifestation of divine light. In these transparent mosaics, biblical history and church dogmas were portrayed with great effectiveness. Resplendent in its material and spiritual richness, stained glass became one of the most beautiful forms of medieval artistic expression.” opedia/entertainment/stained- glass-medieval-stained-glass.html NOTE: 1) LIGHT The light being emitted from the stained glass is warm, spectral, organic and full of character. It’s intensity, angle and color changed depending on the time of day. 2) SHADOW The “shadow” or image casted on the ground by the intercepting light is colorful and organic. It moves and changes, it is spiritual and inspirational. 3) SPACE The shadow or image moves around the space making it feel alive. ILLUSTRATE: 1) CONDITIONS The space is mainly lit by daylight entering from the front façade. There is a minimal to no use of artificial lights during the day. The natural lighting also pierces through the stained glass windows to create this lighting effect. 2) OPPORTUNITIES The lighting offers a spiritual experience and added color in the space. It livens up the space and colors the plain dull walls. 3) CONSTRAINTS There is a lack of functional use with this lighting; it is solely decorative. LIGHT AND SHADOW 3

ELEMENTS OF LIGHT LIGHT AS A COMPOSITION - is perceived as an element within space and the two dimension properties of light itself. Offering light itself as a spatial object. LIGHT AS AN EXPERIENCE - plays part of the character and feel of the space; this is the three dimensional properties of light emphasized by the atmospheric properties that it brings into a space. LIGHT AS A SUBSTANCE interprets light for its source, color, and intensity, and how light travels through apertures and surfaces, is reflected within the space. LIGHT AS A COMMODITY - looks at the luminosity of the environment and how light addresses the interior environment and functional needs of the space. PHOTO 4 A view of the concierge desk within the hotel/casino in Toronto, CA. Off the walkway from image #1 in this study. This picture was chosen because of the different levels of lighting the space offers. There is an evident function that each lighting fixture [or group of fixtures] provides. Designated spaces of this reception area have a certain level of luminosity, function of lighting, and overall experience. For example, there is an adequate overall ambient lighting throughout the space. There are ceiling fixtures which capture the attention and offer architectural/focal lighting. The reception desk has table top lamps which provide task lighting. There are also wall sconces behind the reception desk which light the back wall and hallway openings (add importance and a bit of wayfinding for those who are seeking the main reception check-in area). Overall, this space uses several types of lighting for different effects and functions. NOTE: 1) LIGHT There is adequate levels of lighting for the functions or areas within the space. There is an overall warm yellowish glow from the lights used. Studies show that people generally gravitate to and enjoy warm light as oppose to cool colored light. 2) SHADOW With the amount of task lighting used there are obviously spaces which will not provide the amount of light that these areas do. These “not as lit” spaces which just provide ambient light will be darker in contrast to the spaces with task lamps. 3) SPACE The space seems dynamic in the sense that different functions are addressed and different emotions can be experienced depending on your location within the space. For example, comforting ambient light in the main area, directional task light on the desks, and interesting focal lighting in the entrance. ILLUSTRATE: 1) CONDITIONS Different types of lighting depending on function and feeling. Task, ambient and focal lighting have been used. 2) OPPORTUNITITES Different experiences depending on location within the space. 3) CONSTRAINTS The lighting mainly addresses function alone; it is not physically entertaining or captivating. It just serves the needs of the space but not so much the interest and focus of tourists/viewers. LIGHT AND SHADOW 4