Lighting Design Techniques

Daylighting can affect people and spaces by providing sensory availability, a connection to nature, time/weather information, full-spectrum light and modeling. Also, an indirect lighting component produces wall- and ceiling-washing effects, which can provide a more pleasant and comfortable visual environment. When designing a lighting system, one must consider where daylight will enter the space and in what intensity, how it will be controlled, and how the electric lighting and daylighting will be integrated

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