Get It Right with Undercover Architect Creating Spaciousness: Using Light - Episode 9 (Season 1)
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Feb 6, 2017 They explore how natural and electrical light can make rooms feel larger and more inviting. Common daylighting mistakes, like glare and heat issues, are highlighted. Practical strategies for guiding the eye, revealing volumes, and keeping spaciousness after dark are discussed. Tips on easy lighting transitions and when to bring in a lighting specialist are also covered.
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Natural Light Creates Physical And Mental Space
- Natural light enlarges rooms visually and supports wellbeing by improving mood and comfort.
- Connecting light with outside views amplifies physical spaciousness and emotional 'at-home' feelings.
Avoid Sudden Light Contrast
- Avoid extreme contrast between bright living areas and dark circulation; graduate lighting between spaces.
- Ensure hallways and entries have ambient daylight levels to make movement visually comfortable.
Design For Quality, Not Just Quantity, Of Sunlight
- Manage sunlight heat and glare when chasing natural light so spaces don't overheat or glare.
- Design for the quality and direction of light rather than just maximising glazing indiscriminately.