All Lighting articles
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OpinionHarnessing daylight: The overlooked key to biophilic workplace design
There is a reason we feel motivated and inspired when outside, in large open spaces, and surrounded by nature. We evolved for thousands of years alongside the natural light of the sun and have grown to work and respond to those conditions. This human truth is the foundation of biophilic ...
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Information - BDCPD 09 2024: The role of rooflights within the Future Homes Standard and beyond
Sponsored by Glazing Vision, this module will discuss rooflights as a key component of the building envelope, and the vital role they play in balancing energy efficiency requirements with providing thermal comfort, natural light and a connection to nature for building occupants
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OpinionLighting the way in architecture
Light is a foundational aspect of architectural design and practice - affecting how a building looks inside and out, and how that building influences its context and immediate environment. Light is a utility but it’s also an amenity for the people living in a building and those who live and ...
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FeaturesShining a light on Bromley Old Town Hall
Nulty designs a lighting scheme for Bromley Town Hall’s £20 million restoration
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OpinionEvery space has a story to tell and lighting is an integral part
Vinod Pillai discusses the ways in which lighting impacts project design and the importance of lighting designers and interior designers working collaboratively
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NewsShining a light on Circular Design: Hassell presents Ale.01 for Artemide
Hassell’s first venture into product design sees the team collaborate with an Italian lighting manufacturer
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NewsSloane arranger: McAslan starts work on £46m public realm scheme
Two-year project aims to transform exclusive Chelsea shopping street running from Knightsbridge to Sloane Square
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NewsIn pictures: Lightroom by Haworth Tompkins
A sister space to the Bridge Theatre in London, the venue has been designed to host artist-led exhibitions and performances
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NewsSLL launches guide to office lighting
Lighting Guide 7 gives advice on the design and operation of office lighting schemes and installations for all users of office buildings
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FeaturesFocus on lighting: The Hometown Moon
The illuminated semicircular window above a pool of water simulates “a moon that never sets” on the roof of a ceremonial hall
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NewsNot-so-bright ideas: City seeks input on lighting proposals
Sun is about to set on Square Mile’s consultation for new planning guidance
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FeaturesModular skylights help create high quality learning spaces
The £6.7 million Glenbrook Primary School specified VELUX Ridgelight and VELUX Longlight solutions from the VELUX Commercial range
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FeaturesNew sizes and solar-powered variant of New Generation glass rooflights by VELUX
The range includes flat and curved glass options to provide optimal daylight solutions
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FeaturesElegant rows of modular skylights provide a forward-thinking college with daylight
The VELUX Daylight Visualizer assisted decision makers in making efficient and informed daylighting decisions in accordance with cost, timing and the optimization of daylight
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TechnicalTechnical: Seeing the light
Research has shown the effects that the brightness and colour of indoor lighting can have on personal wellbeing and performance, which could impact on the way interior architects are expected to approach new designs. Amanda Birch reports
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TechnicalBIG unveils 'driverless city' plan
BIG Architects’ futuristic proposal uses a carpet of LEDs to create a public space shared by people and cars
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TechnicalVauxhall Spring Gardens light poles by DSDHA
Dramatic LED lighting changes colour to mark the entrance to a historic London site
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TechnicalInfinity footbridge, Stockton-on-Tees, by Expedition Engineering and Spence Associates
Speirs & Major’s interactive kinetic lighting makes Stockton-on-Tees’ dramatic new landmark come to life.
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TechnicalNorth Carolina Museum of Art by Thomas Phifer & Partners
Arup’s innovative solution allows the North Carolina museum’s permanent collection to be viewed by natural daylight.