Lighting design

Thoughtful lighting has many advantages, including improving the sense of well-being of employees and, as a result, increasing their efficiency. We tell the main trends and share tips on lighting office spaces.

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According to research, the average office employee spends 90% of his time indoors. It is also known that optimal lighting can increase people's productivity by 20%. Proper lighting strategies, along with thoughtful design, have a positive effect on the physical, cognitive and emotional abilities of the staff. Here are some trends in office lighting that are worth paying attention to.

 

Human orientation
The connection between lighting and human well-being is increasingly becoming an object of research. Experts continue to study its influence on mood, energy level, health, sleep quality and comfort, which means that designers will have more and more knowledge and standards for better lighting design.

Smart lighting
The widespread use of sensors, LED lighting, the integration of all devices into one network affects how we interact with space. Automatic switching on and off of lights and remote lighting settings will definitely be used more often.

Acoustic light
The demand for lighting devices combining the function of noise suppression and high-efficiency LED technology is growing. This is a good solution for open and public spaces, allowing you to create an innovative design and reduce the cost of the project.

Large lamps
Due to the fact that designers are increasingly focusing on ceilings, the popularity of large ceiling lamps will only grow.

Daylight
Daylight is good for the human eye, saves energy and improves overall well-being. These are 3 weighty arguments in order to maximize the use of natural lighting in the room.

Multi-level lighting
Traditional approaches are being replaced by a constant demand for multi-level lighting, which, together with LEDs and intelligent controls, is becoming increasingly attractive.

Art form
Lighting will be considered more as part of the overall design of the space, and lamps - as an element of art. Give preference to more natural silhouettes and organic shapes.

 

Most often 3 types of lighting are used in offices: desktop, floor and ceiling. Each of them plays a role in the design. Below we talk about the features of lighting and the combination of these three types in various office spaces.

Cafe

A brightly lit cafe can create more energy and noise, while subdued lighting serves to create a calm environment. Pendant lights help to ground common surfaces or visually divide dining tables.

Useful tips:

• Requirements for the general lighting of the cafe - 200 lux.
• The lower part of the pendant lights should be at a height of about 0.7 m above the table.
• Place the pendant lights at a distance of 0.6-0.9 m from each other, depending on their size.
• The color temperature should be from warm to neutral: 2700–3500K.

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Individual workplace
Table lamps with adjustable brightness support various types of activities and give employees the opportunity to customize the lighting for themselves. The acoustic properties of lighting devices help to control the noise level and improve well-being in open-plan rooms.

Useful tips:

• The illumination on the working surface should be from 200 lux to 500 lux.
• Use LED lamps, they have higher energy efficiency and wear resistance.
• Pay attention to spotlights that are connected via USB.
• The color temperature should be from warm to neutral: 2700–3500K

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Meeting and conference rooms
Meetings and brainstorming between small or large groups in a conference room require lighting that makes the space versatile and people energetic.

Useful tips:

• For glare-free lighting, provide an illumination level of 300 lux.
• The illumination of the working surfaces should be 200-500 lux.
• Use the acoustic properties of lighting fixtures to reduce the noise level in the room.
• The color temperature should be from warm to neutral: 3000–3500 thousand

Reception
This is the space where the first impression of the company is created, so it should be warm, welcoming and memorable. Lighting contributes to the brand sense, where pendant lights play a special role. They will help to allocate the necessary spaces in the lobby, for example, a waiting area or a reception desk.

Useful tips:

• The illumination level of the room should be 200-300 lux.
• Make sure that the hanging lights do not interfere with eye contact in the seating areas.
• The distance between the lower part of the pendant lamp and the floor should be at least 2.1 meters, so that people can pass under it if necessary.
• The color temperature should be from warm to neutral: 2700–3500 thousand

Personal account
This is a unique space, often occupied by a manager, which has the possibility of personalization and branding. Table and floor lamps with extensive control capabilities allow you to perform various tasks and provide individual control, complementing the sources of overhead lighting.

Useful tips:

• The adjustable table lamp should illuminate the table surface by 200 - 500 lux.
• The color temperature should be from warm to neutral: 2700-3500 K.

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The recreation area
Soft and warm lighting will create a cozy atmosphere and help to focus attention on interior items and textiles. You can also use lighting elements with sound functions to play music or white noise. Table lamps and floor lamps will complement the suspended lighting with the possibility of individual customization.

Useful tips:

• The illumination of the room should be 200-300 lux.
• With ambient lighting from floor lamps, make sure that the lamps are scattered to reduce glare.
• The lamps in the reading lamps should not be visible to a sedentary person.
• Consider the option of a lamp with a built-in stand for storing or charging devices.
• The color temperature should be from warm to neutral: 2700–3000 K.

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Common space
A comfortable open space for interaction and cooperation. Table lamps, floor lamps and pendant lights are often used in this area to maintain ambient lighting. Consider using a dimming system within a collaboration space.

Useful tips:

• The illumination should be 200 lux.
• In recreation areas, the distance between the lower part of the pendant lamp and the floor should be at least 2.1 meters, so that people can pass under it if necessary.
• The color temperature should be from warm to neutral: 2700–3000 K.

 

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