The architecture of light architectural lighting design concepts and techniques
CONTENTS
Part I: The Fundamentals of Light
Chapter 1 The Design Mentality
Chapter 2 The Power and Purpose of Light
Chapter 3 More Impact with Less Light
Chapter 4 Adding Light in Layers
Chapter 5 Physical Basics of Light
Chapter 6 Physiology of Vision
Chapter 7 The Color Science of Light Sources
Chapter 8 Electric Light Sources
Part II: Designing Light
Chapter 9 Textures of Light
Chapter 10 Shapes of Light
Chapter 11 Location of the Light Source
Chapter 12 Building Light from Darkness
Chapter 13 Developing Lighting Ideas
Chapter 14 A Shortcut to Concepts in Light
Chapter 15 Lighting That Works
Chapter 16 Designing with Daylight
Chapter 17 Graphic Tools: Rendering and Light Maps
Chapter 18 Lighting Units and Measurements
Chapter 19 Understanding Illuminance Levels
Chapter 20 Lighting Calculations
Part III: Deliverables
Chapter 21 Deciphering Manufacturers’ Literature and Luminaire Cut Sheets
Chapter 22 Selecting Luminaires: A Basic Family
Chapter 23 Switching, Dimming and Control Systems
Chapter 24 The Preliminary Lighting Layout “Redline”
Chapter 25 Luminaire Schedules and Cut Sheets
Chapter 26 The Lighting Plan
Chapter 27 Lighting Layouts for Residential Spaces
Chapter 28 Lighting Layouts for Commercial Spaces
Chapter 29 Common Lighting Details
Chapter 30 Daylight and Electric Light Integration Details
Part IV: Final Thoughts on Design
The Fundamental Lighting Design Process
Green Design and Sustainability
Designing with New Eyes
Appendices
Appendix A Glossary of Lighting Terms
Appendix B Professional Organizations and Agencies
Appendix C Descriptive Words for Lighting
Appendix D Directory of Contributors and Other Manufacturers
The architecture of light architectural lighting design concepts and techniques
