Description
Book SynopsisA lighting revolution is underway. With new tools and technologies at our disposal, never before have there been so many ways to realise the transformative effects of light. However, without the right guidance it’s easy (and costly) to make mistakes, limiting the functionality, mood, aesthetics and flow of your home.
By combining practical insight and visual flair, Inspired by Light delivers up-to-date information on the latest and emerging lighting technologies in a single volume. Lighting solutions and schemes are showcased in a variety of settings, from a traditional terraced house to a contemporary villa, and beyond. As well as outlining the key principles and practices of successful lighting, the book draws on global examples to demonstrate lighting challenges and solutions – from front door to swimming pool – with case studies of entire homes to show how lighting effects can come together in a single project.
Lavishly illustrated throughout, stunning photography is underpinned by lighting plans, sections and details. This book will appeal to the visual language of the architect, interior designer and lighting designer, and to anyone who wants to harness the powers of light to transform their space.
Table of ContentsIntroduction
Part 1 – Technical Aspects of Lighting
• Chapter 1: How lighting can support an architectural scheme
• Chapter 2: Principles and practices of lighting design
• Chapter 3: Lighting techniques
• Chapter 4: Working with LED
• Chapter 5: Controlling your scheme
• Chapter 6: How to create a lighting plan
Part 2 – Lighting the Home
• Chapter 7: Front doors and first impressions
• Chapter 8: Staircase
• Chapter 9: Living room
• Chapter 10: Dining room
• Chapter 11: Kitchen
• Chapter 12: Bedroom and Dressing Room
• Chapter 13: Bathroom
• Chapter 14: Unusual Spaces
• Chapter 15: Leisure rooms and pools
Part 3 – Case Studies
• Chapter 16: Contemporary terraced house
• Chapter 17: Traditional terraced house
• Chapter 18: Barn conversion
• Chapter 19: French mountain chalet
• Chapter 20: Contemporary Dubai villa
• Chapter 21: Duplex penthouse
Glossary
Index
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