ambient lighting

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Avoid Museum Syndrome by using the right balance of lighting fixtures.

The Right Light Balance Puts an Accent on the Positive

As I have mentioned before, there are four functions of light — Task, Accent, Decorative and Ambient.  Each one plays an important role in creating a cohesive lighting design. Here is an explanation…
Randall Whitehead, The Lighting Doctor, accent lighting, museum effect, gallery lighting
Lighting Functions
Different Lights for different purposes

A Tisket, A Task Light

Lighting really does have a language to it. There are terminologies to help us categorize the specific jobs they have in creating a cohesive lighting design. While we are now adjusting to some of…
Lighting Doctor, Randall Whitehead, four functions of light, light layering, task lighting
Sculpture with lighting shining on it
When accent lighting is done effectively it moves people’s gaze throughout the space. Recessed adjustable fixtures, using LED MR 16 lamps, help add focus to the art and decorative objects. (Photo: Randall Whitehead)

Accentuate the Positive

Good lighting design uses various types of illumination to create an inviting overall environment. As you have heard me say before, the best lighting happens when you layer different types of…
Randall Whitehead, Lighting Doctor, accent lighting, decorative lighting, task lighting
Unique bedside table on nightstand

Bedside Manner

The type of lighting you use next your bed depends on how you want use it. For some people bedside lamps are used for reading purposes. These are the people that still enjoy the feel of an actual…
bedroom lighting, table lamp, portable lamp, ambient lighting
Curio Design

Best Color Temperature for Ambient Lighting

Q: How important is color temperature in ambient lighting? Should this be a concern if you are using fluorescents or LEDs for your ambient lighting? A: Frankly, I think color temperature is…
color temperature, ambient lighting, dimmer
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