INTERIOR

LIGHTING
LIGHT :
• Light is that which makes things visible.
• Light is defined as electromagnetic radiation
Or energy transmitted through space or a material
medium in the form of electromagnetic
waves (definition in physics).
• Light is defined as visually evaluated radiant
energy light is that part of the
electromagnetic spectrum visible by the human eye
(illuminating engineering definition).
Electromagnetic Spectrum
• The electromagnetic spectrum is shown in the figure
below.
• The visible portion of the spectrum covers a narrow band
of wavelength from approximately 380 nm to 770 nm
(1 nm = 10-9m). Wavelengths shorter or longer than these
do not stimulate the receptors in the human eye.
THE EYE

A parallel is often drawn between the human eye and a

camera. Yet visual perception involves much more than an
optical image projected on the retina of the eye and
interpreted “photographically” by the brain. The human eye
is primarily a device that gathers information about the
outside world.
Its focusing lens throws a minute inverted image onto a dense
mosaic of light-sensitive receptors, which convert the patterns
of light energy into chains of electrical impulses that
the brain will interpret
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NATURAL LIGHTING ARTIFICAL LIGHTING

TYPES OF LIGHTING
NATURAL LIGHTING

Daylight connects us to the outside world and affects how we feel

about where we live. In here, you’ll discover how easy it can be to
bring more daylight into your plans. And, see what a difference it
can make when you embrace our simple philosophy: Design with
daylight.

Daylight can have a powerful impact on our lives. It can completely

transform a room. And make any space feel much more spacious.
Ordinary objects can suddenly come to life when they’re touched
by daylight. Making everything look vibrant, bold and fascinating.
TYPES OF LIGHTING
NATURAL LIGHTING

Natural light can also help improve both mental and physical health.
Making people feel happier and more relaxed. The perfect kind of
mood for sitting back and admiring a beautiful, light-filled home.
TYPES OF LIGHTING
NATURAL LIGHTING

When you design with

daylight, the first
thing you need to think
about is what kind
of change you want to
make to your house.
Understanding how the light works in
different
buildings and rooms is important when it
comes to getting the most out of the
natural
light. It’s really the starting point for
designing
with daylight.
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ARTIFICAL LIGHTING
INTERIOR
LANDSCAPING
LANDSCAPE ELEMENTS

WATER BODIES
POOLS
FOUNTAINS
CASCADES
PLANTS
ROCKS
PAVING
LIGHTING
Over the years, research has
demonstrated the many benefits of
interior plants.
Hundreds of scientific papers have
been published showing how plants
can make a major contribution to
the health and well-being of
people, reduce energy costs and
increase productivity and
profitability
Complaints of Sick Building Syndrome are frequently
reduced when interior plants are installed.
The evidence is strong: there is no doubt that buildings with
plants are better in almost every respect than those without.
Plants will
• Reduce levels of carbon dioxide in the air, and reduce toxins such
as formaldehyde and benzene by as much as 60%.
• Improve the relative humidity of the air, which should be between
40% and 60% for maximum comfort. Plants do not add moisture
to air that doesn't need it.
• Increase the percentage of life-sustaining oxygen in a room
• Reduce background noise levels
• Reduce airborne dust levels
• Bring about a psychological feeling of well-being in most people,
reducing stress and enhancing productivity
• In short, interior plants, chosen correctly for the space and well
maintained, make any environment a healthier, more comfortable
and more pleasant place to spend time in.
• In deep-plan buildings (in other words, low rise but
covering a large area), there may be a space near
the centre of the building into which an interior
landscape scheme could be installed.
• Such a scheme will give those office workers a
feeling of relaxation
• Creates interest with light and
shade
• The uniform lighting found in so
many buildings may be
efficient, but it frequently lacks
character and is often harsh.
• The elimination of shadows and
the lack of movement reinforce
the sterile, artificial character of
many buildings.
• Poor lighting quality is also
frequently cited as a contributor
to sick building syndrome.
 There are many dozens
of plant containers
available that are
made from natural
materials.
 Wood, woven banana
leaves and palm fronds,
bamboo, cork, sea-
shells and mother-of-
pearl are all used and
come in every shape
and size imaginable.
• The appearance of natural
materials can also be
replicated by using
containers made of
materials such as
polystone (resin plastics
with ground stone mixed in
to the resin) or even
composite plastics that
incorporate ground stone
or ceramic into the top
coat of the product.
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FORM
COLOR
TEXTURE
SOUND
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ATRIFACTS
AND LIGHTING