The home lighting effects bible
by Martin, Lucy
A practical guide on how lighting can transform the home, increase the sense of space, provide practical lighting for working areas, and bring warmth, ambience, highlights, and drama.
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- Full title :The home lighting effects bible / Lucy Martin.
Summary
A practical guide on how lighting can transform the home, increase the sense of space, provide practical lighting for working areas, and bring warmth, ambience, highlights, and drama.
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- Publication Date:2010.
Publication Statements
- Publisher(s):Firefly Books
- Place of Publication:Buffalo, N.Y
- Language:eng
- Publication Date:2010.
Notes
Includes index.
The Physical Object
- Description:256 pages : : illustrations (chiefly color) ; : 21 cm
Edition Identifiers
- ISBN:9781554077106, 1554077109
- oclc:ocn541668472
- LC Classification:NK2115.5.L5
- Dewey Decimal:747/.92
Table of Contents
1. Core knowledge : Understanding light ; Different rooms, different requirements ; Choosing a light source ; Energy-efficient lighting ; Positioning light sources ; Layering light sources ; Layering an existing lighting scheme ; Separating the layers ; Controlling light sources -- 2. Making the most of what you've got : Harvest natural light ; Change your bulbs ; Change your shades ; Use plug-in solutions ; Introduce color -- 3. Principles of good lighting : Fixed recessed downlights ; Recessed directional spotlights ; Surface-mounted lighting ; Track lighting ; Cable systems ; Wall-mounted uplighting and downlighting ; Floor-recessed uplights and wall-recessed floor washers ; Concealed lighting ; COve and coffer lighting ; Slot and niche lighting ; Mirror lighting ; Task lighting ; Special effects lighting -- 4. Decorative lights : Pendants ; Ceiling-mounted fixtures ; Wall lights ; Floor-standing lamps ; Table lamps ; Desk lamps ; Kids' and fun lighting ; Picture lights ; Outdoor lights -- In the home : Front door and porches ; Entrances and hallways ; Stairs and landings ; Living rooms ; Kitchens ; Dining rooms ; Open-plan living ; Children's rooms ; Home offices ; Wine cellar…
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