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LIGHTING:
Good lighting is crucial for
effective work, besides which,
lighting accounts for a considerable
part of the energy consumed in an
office. Therefore, two basic
elements which the designer must
keep in mind are the cost and the
efficiency of lighting. On the other
hand, it is lighting which makes
design come alive and it should be
exploited accordingly. It can create
a warm, inviting and dramatic
interior, or result in a cold and
monotonous office.
One effective use of the standard
bulb is as a wall wash, which tends
to imbue the whole space with
incandescence and makes the room
warm and friendly.
Incandescent down lights , halogens
included , can complement
fluorescents and can be used to
highlight specific objects , such as
desks , plants , paintings , objects
, etc.
To reduce eye strain and fatigue ,
high contrasts should be avoided .
Use of job oriented, task lights can
be practical, if complemented by
general lighting.
Suspended or pendant lights can
serve a dual function in this
regard, and while providing overall
illumination, can be lowered to
concentrate on a given space.
A system of selective switching and
operational control area wise, or
where possible even desk wise, can
help restrict usage and operating
costs of lighting to only as and
when required. |
