The Architecture of Light (2nd Edition): Architectural Lighting Design Concepts and Techniques

Russell, Sage

ISBN 10: 0980061717 / ISBN 13: 9780980061710

Published by Conceptnine, 2012

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Title: The Architecture of Light (2nd Edition): ...

Publisher: Conceptnine

Publication Date: 2012

Binding: Soft cover

Condition: good

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Synopsis:

Welcome to the Second Edition! The Architecture of Light makes lighting design approachable. This vivid, image packed text of lighting concepts and techniques serves as the perfect companion for lighting design students and professionals alike. Built around a successful teaching curriculum, this text provides a logical step by step progression through the phases of conceptualizing, refining, drafting and presenting lighting design. Written by a practicing professional lighting designer who is also an award winning design instructor, The Architecture of Light presents a perfect blend of visual design tools and fundamental lighting knowledge. In addition to theory and discussion, The Architecture of Light also provides complete chapters of common lighting details, case studies and a catalog of specific lighting tools. Every architect, interior designer and design student deserves a working knowledge of lighting design and this single book makes it possible.

From the Publisher:

Written by a practicing professional lighting designer who is also an award winning design instructor, The Architecture of Light presents a perfect blend of visual design tools, and fundamental lighting knowledge.

The most useful aspects of practicing lighting design are presented here. Visual examples of critical lighting theories A comprehensive approach to adding light in layers Rendering and drafting techniques for documenting concepts and applications. Diagrams of fundamental lighting physics and physiology In depth discussion of specific lighting applications Examples of lighting layouts, luminaire schedules and cut sheets Daylight integration systems and details

In addition to theory and discussion, The Architecture of Light also provides complete chapters of common lighting details, case studies and a catalog of specific lighting tools. Every design student, architect and interior designer deserves a working knowledge of lighting design and this single book makes it possible.