Architectural lighting is an important part of modern architectural design, and it can be said to be an indispensable part. Because architectural lighting not only needs to meet the visual effect, but also needs to be integrated with the building to highlight the characteristics of the building. It is also a key way to express the beauty and functionality of the building.
Through a well-designed architectural lighting system, a building can glow with a unique charm at night, highlight its structural characteristics, and create a specific atmosphere and sense of space.
What is Architectural Lighting? What is the Significance of Architectural Lighting?
Architectural lighting refers to the system and design and installation process of providing lighting for the internal and external environment of a building through artificial light sources.
It not only meets people’s basic visual needs, but also emphasizes the shaping effect of light on architectural space and the harmonious relationship between light and architectural structure.
What are the standards for architectural lighting?
Architectural lighting is a systematic project. It needs to take into account all the different lighting of the building. It needs to focus on harmony and people’s comfort, while also highlighting the characteristics of the building.
- Sustainability: Use energy-saving technologies and equipment to reduce energy consumption and environmental impact.
- Functionality: Ensure that there is enough light intensity in the space so that people can carry out various activities safely and comfortably.
- Aesthetics: Use light to enhance the visual effect and artistic sense of the building.
- Harmony: The lighting design should be coordinated with the building structure and style, highlighting the characteristics of the building without being overwhelming.
What is the Lighting Function of Architectural Lighting?
There are many types of architectural lighting, and most of them can be distinguished by the following 5 functions.
Functional lighting
The main purpose of functional lighting is to provide enough light, which is equivalent to basic lighting. It enables people to see the surrounding environment clearly and carry out various activities safely.
This type of lighting usually uses evenly distributed light sources, with soft light and wide coverage.
Decorative lighting
Decorative lighting focuses on creating specific visual effects and atmospheres, enhancing the beauty and emotional expression of space.
This type of lighting mostly uses light changes, colors and projection angles to create artistic effects, and is generally used for atmosphere lighting.
Accent lighting
Accent lighting is used to highlight specific parts or elements of a building. Such as sculptures, artworks, characteristic architectural components, etc.
Through focused beams and contrast effects, it guides the viewer’s attention to the part that the designer wants to emphasize.
Ambient lighting
Ambient lighting aims to create an overall light environment, usually as a background or supplement to other types of lighting.
It is mainly to make the entire space more harmonious and unified. Ambient lighting technology is often used in outdoor landscape lighting and building facade lighting.
Smart lighting
With the development of technology, many smart lighting systems are now also inserted into building lighting. Such systems can automatically adjust the light intensity and color temperature according to changes in natural light, personnel activities and specific needs.
It can create the best light environment according to different time periods and scenes. Smart lighting systems usually include infrared sensors (human body IR control), controllers and adjustable light sources, and can be integrated with other smart systems in buildings.
What Kind of Lighting Fixture is Often Used for Architectural Lighting?
In modern architectural lighting design, it is very important to choose the right lamps. We have divided the following professional lamps widely used in architectural lighting:
LED strip lights
LED strip lights are widely used in architectural lighting. They are flexible to install and can support cutting. They are mainly used in various architectural structures such as cornices, corners, ceilings, etc., and are often used to outline the building or create a dynamic atmosphere.
In addition, the special series of DMX512 LED light strips is a programmable linear lighting product based on DMX512 protocol control, which can precisely adjust color, brightness and dynamic effects.
LED wall washer
LED wall washer is a lighting device designed to illuminate walls. It can evenly “wash” the wall, just like washing the wall with lighting light.
It creates a soft and continuous light effect, thereby enhancing the layering and three-dimensional sense of the building surface.
It has the characteristics of uniform light distribution, adjustable projection angle, good waterproof and UV resistance, and a variety of optional color temperatures, which can adapt to various wall materials and lighting needs.
LED floodlights
LED floodlights are lighting devices with concentrated beams and long irradiation distances, designed to highlight specific targets.
Such as building facades, sculptures or landscape elements. The beam angle can be flexibly adjusted, and you can adjust it according to your needs, with a wide range of power.
LED underground light
LED underground light is an upward lighting fixture installed on the ground and projecting light upwards. It is often used to create dramatic lighting effects from bottom to top.
It has a high load-bearing capacity and can withstand pedestrians or vehicles running over it. It also has excellent waterproof performance and is suitable for outdoor all-weather use.
It is mainly used in places such as around buildings, garden paths, trees and squares, which not only improves safety but also enhances the visual level of the environment.
IR Sensor Switch
Infrared induction switches are also often used for architectural lighting. It can save energy and sense lights in corridors, gates and other areas.
It has human body sensing, sound sensing, hand scanning sensing, etc. It supports connecting a variety of lamps to achieve timely and safe lighting systems.
Summary
As an important part of architectural art, architectural lighting needs to meet basic lighting needs and integrate with architecture and light bodies. Through the clever use of light and shadow, it gives buildings vitality and artistic expression.
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