1. Lighting

2. Types of Lighting
There are 3 basic types of lighting that work together
Ambient Lighting
Task Lighting
Accent Lighting
Good lighting combines all 3 types
Ambient Lighting
Task Lighting

3. Ambient Lighting (General Lighting)
Natural lighting or fixtures
Chandeliers
Ceiling/Wall mounted
Lanterns outside of house
Provides overall illumination/lighting
Radiates comfortable brightness w/o glare
Allows you to see and walk around
Primary source of task lighting in certain rooms

4. Task Lighting Helps with performing certain tasks
Reading
Grooming
Cooking food
Should be free of glare and shadows
Should be bright enough to prevent eye strain
Recessed/Track, Pendant, Undercabinet, Desk Lamps

5. Accent Lighting Adds drama by drawing your attention
Houseplants
Paintings
Sculptures
Highlights texture of brick/stone walls
Requires at least 3x as much light as focal point
Usually recessed/track lighting
Could be wall-mounted picture lights

6. Types of Fixtures Chandeliers Hall/Foyer Fixtures
Add style/Decorative focal point
Traditionally used in the dining room
Certain ones have down lights
Others have fabric or glass shades to reduce glare
Hall/Foyer Fixtures
Focal point at the entrance of your house
Provides ambient lighting
Size of your fixture depends on ceiling height

7. Types of Fixtures Cont. Pendants
Provides both task and ambient lighting
Unlimited range of styles, shapes and colors
Suspended from ceilings
Provide good tasking light, and free up space on nightstands etc.
Ceiling-mounted Fixtures
Excellent source of ambient lighting
Used in many rooms with activity: hallways, bedrooms, playrooms

8. Types of Fixtures Cont. Wall-mounted Fixtures Bath/Vanity Fixtures
Provides a sense of elegance
Can furnish ambient, task, and accent lighting
Used in many rooms
Bedrooms, theaters, bathrooms
Bath/Vanity Fixtures
Provide task lighting
Available in wide range of styles, colors, and shapes
Newer versions use glass/fabric shades to reduce glare
Good for applying makeup or shaving

9. Types of Fixtures Cont. Portable Lighting Track Lighting
Provides ambient, task, and accent lighting
Many types:
Table lamps, Floor lamps
Clip-on-Lights
Track Lighting
Mostly are small fixtures
Provide a lot of flexibility
Move the fixtures anyway along the track
Special attachments to hang chandeliers and pendants

10. Types of Fixtures Cont. Recessed Lighting Undercabinet Fixtures
Provides all three types of lighting
Installed in ceiling
Can even be used outside on porches
Undercabinet Fixtures
Provide task and accent lighting
In the kitchen, they are mounted under cabinets
In laundry room, they are the task lighting source

11. Properties of Light
In order for you to achieve several different effects of lighting in your house you must first understand:
Light can be reflected and absorbed
Shine directly on an object
Light up an entire room
Absorbed Reflected
Light Light

12. Absorbed light/Reflected Light
Absorbed light is drawn in by a surface. It will make the area look smaller, so use in large rooms.
What absorbs the most light?
Rough Textures
Dark Colors
Reflected light is bounced off surfaces.
What reflects light?
Light colors
Smooth/Shiny Surfaces
Background Treatments

13. Diffused Light
The light that is scattered over a large area Does not have a glare, it creates a soft appearance.
Diffuser Examples:
White finish on incandescent and fluorescent bulbs
Covers for light fixtures

14. Functions of Lights Lighting is used for 3 main reasons.
Visual Comfort
General-provides uniform level of lighting
Should light up an entire room
Direct-Shines directly toward an object
Indirect-directly toward a surface (ceiling/wall)
Local-used in specific area where activities are done
Used to help you see while doing a specific task
Amount of local lighting needed depends on activity
Playing table tennis requires more light than playing pool

15. Functions of Lights Cont.
Lighting for Safety
Creates a quiet and restful mood
Sharp Light
Good lighting will prevent accidents
Highlights the focal point
Wiring can cause fires
Can also be used outside
Buying safety-tested fixtures lets you know that it meets standards
Huge yard lights in rural areas
Smaller lights in urban areas
Lighting for Beauty
Soft Light
Avoid harsh and glaring lights outdoors

16. Citations
Lewis, Evelyn L., and Carolyn S. Turner. Housing Decisions. Tinley Park, Illinois: The Goodheart-Willcox Company, Inc., Print.
American Lighting Association. N.p., Web. 27 Nov <
Connors, Jill. "3 Basic Types of Lighting." HGTV. N.p., n.d. Web. 30 Nov < lighting>