Table Of ContentPreface v Chapter 1 Introduction: How to Use This Book 1 Part I: Basics about Lighting 3 Chapter 2 Basic Concepts in Lighting Layered Design Composition 5 Chapter 3 Qualities of Light Sources How Light is Generated How the Eye Sees Light Source Selection 15 Chapter 4 Daylighting Effects of Daylight Daylight in Interiors Basic Principles 27 Chapter 5 Light Sources History Traditional Light Sources LEDs 35 Chapter 6 Luminaires Attributes Common Luminaire Types 59 Chapter 7 Lighting Controls Principles Types of Control Control Systems 79 Chapter 8 Quantity of Light Determining Light Levels Rough Calculations Computer Calculations 89 Chapter 9 Quality of Light Sculptural Quality Color and Materials Size and Scale Chapter 10 Light and Health Science Application of Circadian Lighting 103 Part II: Design Process 111 Chapter 11 Lighting Design Approach Steps to Successful Lighting Design Lighting Design Criteria Matrix 113 Chapter 12 Documenting Lighting Design Schematic Design Design Development and Contract Documents 121 Part III: Applications and Case Studies 129 Chapter 13 Residential Lighting Design Dining/Kitchen/Living Room Master Bedroom Suite 131 Chapter 14 Work Space Lighting Design Reception Conference Private and Executive Office Open Office 145 Chapter 15 Lighting for Educational Facilities Classroom Lecture Room 163 Chapter 16 Health Care Lighting Design Nurse's Station Exam Room Patient Room 171 Chapter 17 Retail Lighting Design Small Boutique Supermarket Art Gallery 179 Chapter 18 Hospitality Lighting Design Restaurant Hotel Lobby Guest Suite 189 Chapter 19 Lighting for Common Space Public Restroom Corridor and Stairs Waiting Room 205 Chapter 20 Outdoor Lighting Design Approach \ Quality and Quantity Applications Selection 219 Chapter 21 Basic Lighting Retrofitting Retrofit Solutions 229 Part IV: Professional Skills 233 Chapter 22 Professional Lighting Design Design Documentation Integrity and Cost Management Collaboration 235 Appendix A Energy Code Calculations 245 Appendix B Lighting In LEED and WELL 248 Recommended Reading 249 Index 251
SynopsisLIGHTING DESIGN BASICS AN AUTHORITATIVE INTRODUCTION TO PROFESSIONAL LIGHTING DESIGN FOR ARCHITECTS, INTERIOR DESIGNERS, AND ENGINEERS Lighting is an essential component of any designed space, yet it is one of the most difficult to get right. Lighting Design Basics, 4th Edition provides a fundamental grounding in architectural lighting concepts, processes, and techniques that every student must master. The book offers a carefuly balanced combination of design and technology instruction and provides a great deal of graphic information, complete with plan, section, and three-dimensional drawings. The authors examine over 25 different design scenarios with in-depth rationales for proposed solutions, insightful distribution diagrams, floor plans, and details for lighting installation and construction. Immersive instruction on real-world settings accompanies practical guidance suitable for immediate application in everyday projects. Lighting can make or break any space, and design choices impact the cost and comfort of the building over the long term. Lighting Design Basics provides a critical foundation and prescriptive techniques to help future architects and interior designers make smart desing choices. This new edition provides readers with: A new chapter, entitled Light and Health, covering the physiological aspects of lighting design Updated LED technical content with coverage of light sources, luminaires, controls, quantity and quality of light, color rendition, and calculation software tutorials Explorations of industry codes and additional material on sustainable practices Thorough discussions of lighting in residences, workspaces, educational facilities, healthcare spaces, retail stores, and hospitality environments The basic skills required to become competent in the field, and prepare for the NCIDQ and NCARB exams Designed for undergraduate students in architecture and interior design, the latest edition of Lighting Design Basics is also valuable for working professionals in both fields who want to refresh their skills in lighting design and/or lighting technology