Book Description
This new lighting reference offers designers and students a highly visual guide to the fundamentals of illuminating the single-family home. Written by internationally recognized lighting consultant Randall Whitehead, it includes sections on design tools as well as room-by-room lighting strategies. Included are nearly 300 illustrations, 50 in full color. This Second Edition includes updated coverage throughout on lighting energy efficiency; increased coverage of light sources, including LED lamps, light shelves, "smart glass", and daylighting. New photographs are featured throughout.
Pages: 272
Contents:
Acknowledgements. Foreword. Introduction. SECTION ONE: UNDERSTANDING LIGHT. Chapter 1: The Functions of Illumination. Chapter 2: The Color of Light. Chapter 3: Choosing the Correct Lamps. Chapter 4: Choosing the Correct Luminaires. Chapter 5: Daylighting- Integration of Natural Light for Greener Design Practices. Chapter 6: Controls. Chapter 7: Special Effects. SECTION TWO: USING LIGHT. Chapter 8: Kitchens: the New Gathering Place. Chapter 9: Entrances: Setting the Tone. Chapter 10: Living Rooms: Layering Comfort with Drama. Chapter 11: Dining Rooms: The Main Event. Chapter 12: Bedrooms: Private Sanctuaries. Chapter 13: Bathrooms: Functional Luxury. Chapter 14: Home Offices: Work Spaces that Really Work. Chapter 15: Exterior Lighting: Expanding Interior Spaces Visually. Chapter 16: Applying Lighting Techniques. Part A Guidelines for drawing a reflected ceiling plan. Part B Guidelines for writing lighting specifications. Part C Lighting questionnaire for your clients. Part D Hands-on design - condominium project. Part E Review Examination. Appendix One: Resources: How To Use Them. Appendix Two: Sample Answers To Review Examination. Sample Lighting Layout for Condominium Project . Appendix Three: A Sampling of Luminaire Manufacturers. Appendix Four: Top Ten Lighting Tips. Appendix Five: Top Ten Outdoor Lighting Tips. Appendix Six: Answers To Frequently Asked Lighting Questions. Appendix Seven: Recording your Work: Tips on Photography. Appendix Eight: Tips On Public Speaking. Appendix Nine: The Business Of Being In Business. Appendix Ten: Getting Published: The Game Plan. Glossary. Index.
