Lighting is a subject less and less avoided by professionals in our sector as by the interior designer. However, when analyzing design concepts, the evidence is that lighting plays a key role in the success of a design. Whether it's a renovation project or a new construction, find out about it before starting the whole thing.
The lighting plan
Authentic lighting The term "lighting plan" is increasingly used by the interior designer. This details the types of fixtures as well as the quantity used for a specific space. Normally, the interior designer or architectural technologist starts from the layout plan of the floor or the room being worked on. “The important goal in creating a good lighting plan for your home is to understand the function of each room. This way you can consider the tasks performed in a space and provide functional and creative lighting.'' - James Nagel
Lighting levels
In the field of lighting, the interior designer speaks of the level of lighting, namely executive, ambient and accent. Each level corresponds to particular tasks. We always start by determining the functional lighting, therefore relating to daily tasks. For example, under the kitchen cupboards, at face level in the bathroom for the lady's makeup and the gentleman's bard, above a work desk, in a reading corner or even in the cupboards. Thereafter, we tackle the more general lighting, therefore ambient. This consists of the general lighting of an area. It must create a certain visual comfort so you can consider adding lights to the ceiling (ceiling light) or to the wall (wall light) without going with recessed lights over the entire surface of your ceiling. Finally, we have the accent light, which will allow you to add an artistic touch to a room. Accent lighting allows, among other things, to highlight a particular element, either a painting, a textured or colored wall.
Mistakes to avoid
1. The budget
The majority of people who embark on the construction of a house or in the renovation do not necessarily plan. ''A lot of people end up furnishing their homes with recessed lights. I guess it works, but it's not very creative - you usually have overlit spaces and little visual interest.'' - James Nagel
2. Space
Before choosing the lights, it is necessary to take into account the space, which many do not do. Understanding the function of the room is essential before making your choices. The placement of furniture as well as the colors and finishes of surfaces play an important role in the selection of electrical equipment. Finally, we often overlook natural sunlight! Use it, it's free.
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