INTERIOR LIGHTING 10-39

Dining Rooms
Whether the dining table is in a room of its own or is at one end of the
living room or kitchen, it is the center of interest for that area. Linen,
china, and polished silver can gleam only if the illumination is provided by
large-area luminaires of proper brightness. The lighting method and the
choice of luminaires, however, depend to a great degree on the activities at
the dining-room table. If it serves as a dining area only, individual taste
and a desire for sparkle may dictate. When the dining table is used also
for sewing, studying, writing, or games, the recommended illumination for
these tasks should be provided. The dining area, therefore, requires
flexible lighting. It can be provided by a choice or combination of ceiling
luminaire, brackets, and built-in lighting. (See Fig. 10-28.)
FIG. 10-28. Typical recommended dining-room luminaires. a. Semi-indirect,
with downlight. b. Semi-indirect, with inner diffusing bowl. c. Semi-indirect,
multiple-arm. d. Shaded candles, e. Semi-indirect, for fluorescent lamps,
f. Semi-in direct, ceiling mounted, g. Direct, spotlight or downlight. h. Over-
cabinet lamp. i. Cove.