LIGHTING 101
Lightng Design LikeHEY, GUYS!
Lighting is everything when it comes to interior
design. It plays a big role in how you perceive and
experience a space because it radically affects your
moods and emotions.
This guide will help you understand the basics of
lighting design. You'll learn the porperties of lighting
and, depending on its function, how to choose the
best one for your home!
Also, if you want to learn more about interior design,
you can check out my Interior Design Masterclass
to become an expert! I'll personally teach you every-
thing you need, from the basic interior design theory,
to the strategies | used to create a successful busi-
ness. | hope to see you in class!
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Founder of D.Signers
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Which color temperature is your best option?
NEUTRAL LIGHTING
Neutral and soft white is a friendly and
dlean light best for kitchen and bath-
rooms or any kind of workspace.
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WARM LIGHTING
The warm light creates @ cozy, calm,
inviting aimosphere, perfect to be used in
bedrooms, living rooms, family rooms,
dining rooms or any space that require
an inlimate and personal mood.
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COOL/DAYLIGHT
The cool light is adequate for
offices, hospitals or other comer-
cial uses.
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The Color Rendering Index (CRI) is a
scale from 0 to 100 percent indicating
how accurate a ‘given’ light source is at
rendering color. The CRI is important to
be used for tasks requiring the most
accurate color discriminotion. The
higher the CRI, the better the color
rendering obility.
Light sources with a CRI of 85 to 90 are
considered good af color rendering,
Light sources with o CRI of 90 or higher
cre excellent at color rendering. So if
you are lighting up a space where color
is crucial in the design then you need to
consider these valves.
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ACCENT LIGHTING
Creates visual interes in
a room. Use accent light
to highlight architectural
features, wall art or other
prized possessions.
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AMBIENT LIGHTING TASK LIGHTING
Ambient lighting is gener- Brightens areas where
al lighting fundamental routine tasks are performed.
to a properly lit room. Task lighting should prevent
Start with ambient for eye strain by being free of
overall illumination. glares and shadows.
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