Lighting
impacts every construction type. How it is applied
may make the difference between a good work environment
and a marginally effective space. Here are some things
to consider when you look at lighting:
Functionality: Does the lighting adequately light,
over light, or under light the space? Is there
glare created by the light fixture placement or
tight fixture type.
Color: Is color enhancement important? If so, do you
want to enhance warm or cool tones?
Special Requirements: Is the lighting in a hazardous
space? Are there sanitary conditions to consider or
radio frequency interference issues?
Aesthetics: Do you want the light fixtures to complement
an interior design theme? Do you want the light fixtures
to stand out or fade into the background?
Effects: Do you want to develop a striking contrast
on a structure or piece of art? Do you want to enhance
a podium and speaker?
Cost: Lighting quality is somewhat affected by how much
you are willing to spend. Have a budget in mind.
Efficiency
and Maintenance: Are automatic lighting controls right
for you? Are you going to pay less for a light fixture
that may cost you more in lamp maintenance and power
use in a very short time?
| Outdoor
lighting is not just a matter of placing light
poles along a street or walkway. Lighting can
have a far reaching effect on the aesthetics
of your street, park, building, or landscape.
We specialize in finding the solution that will
have the impact you desire.
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Point
by Point Light Level Calculations
Most
cities require that you submit a detailed lighting
plan with light level calculations to tell them about
the impact your outdoor lighting will have on the
surrounding neighborhood. Most often, you will need
to submit this plan before you will receive your
building permit. We can help with these details.
Gym
Lighting Before & After
This
is a great example what lighting can do to colors
in your room. This gymnasium was lit with Mercury
Vapor lighting in the early 1970’s. While it
was reasonable technology at the time, it is outdated
and inefficient by today’s standard. Mercury
vapor also has its draw backs in operation as it
takes time for the lamps to warm up and produce
full light.
The
replacement system uses high output fluorescent
lamps in vandal resistant light fixtures. The new
system uses less than half the power of the old
system, and the school doesn’t have to wait
for the coops.
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