Case Study: Work

Lighting design by comparison

Can office lighting be attractive and cost-efficient at the same time?

Stringent normative specifications and traditional design approaches with only uniform general lighting and without perception hierarchies lead to unsatisfactory lighting solutions in offices. This results in a lack of consideration of the specific use of the area and a monotonous overall impression. In contrast to quantitative lighting concepts, perception-orientated lighting design in offices is based on the zoning of rooms according to specific needs.

Conventional lighting design for offices

In contrast to zonal lighting, a matrix solution with panel lights does not consider the visual task of the user. Furthermore, energy requirements increase for adequate lighting because of the generally high horizontal illuminance levels. The low-contrast appearance in the space also appears undefined and promotes fatigue.

Luminaire arrangement with conventional lighting design

The uniform matrix module represents a compromise for the individual lighting tasks of desks, circulation zone and discussion zone. The wide light distribution also creates a flat impression in the room.

Summary

The effectiveness of low-maintenance lighting with LEDs can be increased with zonal lighting design. Energy requirements can also be reduced with perception-orientated lighting concepts. Simultaneously, improved visual comfort and a more appealing spatial impression are created.