Lighting Design Basics

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Author: James Benya

ISBN-10: 0471381624

ISBN-13: 9780471381624

Category: Architectural Design

"Lighting is a basic, yet difficult-to-master, element of interior design, and Lighting Design Basics offers essential knowledge of this complex subject in a concise, highly visual format. Two leading practicing designers, with many decades of experience, present straightforward coverage of lighting design concepts, techniques, and realistic goals to guide new designers and students through the process of creating simple, typical lighting designs and effectively collaborating with...

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To-the-point, fundamental knowledge of lighting design Lighting is a basic, yet difficult-to-master, element of interior design, and Lighting Design Basics offers essential knowledge of this complex subject in a concise, highly visual format. Two leading practicing designers, with many decades of experience, present straightforward coverage of lighting design concepts, techniques, and realistic goals to guide new designers and students through the process of creating simple, typical lighting designs and effectively collaborating with professional designers on more complex projects. Design scenarios for more than twenty different spaces illustrate real-world case studies for illuminating residential and commercial spaces, from kitchens to doctors’ offices. Each scenario includes an in-depth rationale for the proposed solution, insightful lighting distribution diagrams, floor plans, and details for lighting installation and construction. Featured exercises offer focused development of lighting design skills in preparation for working on actual lighting design projects, as well as the NCIDQ and NCARB exams. Packed with informative illustrations, Lighting Design Basics is an invaluable resource for students, as well as interior designers and architects studying for professional licensing exams.

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PrefaceCh. 1Introduction: How to Use This BookCh. 2Light SourcesCh. 3LuminairesCh. 4Switching and DimmingCh. 5DaylightingCh. 6Lighting CalculationsCh. 7Documenting Lighting DesignCh. 8Lighting Concepts: The Layers ApproachCh. 9A Basic Approach to Lighting DesignCh. 10Residential Lighting DesignCh. 11Office and Corporate Lighting DesignCh. 12Hospitality Lighting DesignCh. 13Health Care/Institutional Lighting DesignCh. 14Lighting for StoresCh. 15Lighting Common SpacesCh. 16The Professional Process of LightingCh. 17Collaborating With Lighting DesignersCh. 18Computers and Lighting DesignCh. 19Developing Skills Beyond the BasicsApp. AEducational Programs in LightingApp. BEnergy CodesResourcesIndex