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LIGHTING

Lighting

by Stienie Greyling

alk into a room bathed in
cosy, inviting light and you
Wwill feel instantly at ease.
When designing a space, lighting needs
to be addressed as much as the space itself.
For example, if it is an office space one is
designing, office lighting that encourages
alertness and productivity should be
installed. It also helps to incorporate Natural lighting
controls that allow for changes throughout
the day and evening. The ability to adjust
the intensity of the lighting with a dimmer lighting should ease the visitor from the Smart Lighting.
switch is ideal. dark outdoors into a warm interior light. The smart lighting market has become
When lighting for a home the purpose Natural lighting can have an impact highly competitive over recent years, with
of each room comes into play. The kitchen, when incorporated into a home’s lighting more people looking for convenient and
as a work space, demands brighter, high plan. Beyond energy saving, exposure cost-effecive ways to illuminate their
CRI (colour accurate) light. The living to natural light improves mood, and homes at the touch of a button. Flexibility
room calls for mellow, warmer lighting. can be help to make falling asleep easier. is one natural benefit of smart lighting
The entrance of a home should Spending days in areas that are enhanced design. New advancements in lighting
welcome guests and create a smooth by natural light can improve the function controls have made mood lighting easier
transition from the bright daylight to the of a person’s circadian rhythm, which can than ever.
home’s interior lighting. At night, the increase happiness and energy levels.

Smart Lighting. Floor Lamps.

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