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Indirect Lighting

Introduction

Indirect lighting plays a pivotal role in modern architectural and interior design, providing nuanced illumination that enhances both functionality and aesthetics. However, misconceptions about this lighting method persist. Faze Lighting aims to demystify these and present an overview of the various indirect lighting options available.

Misconceptions

Inadequate Brightness: A common misconception is that indirect lighting lacks the capacity to adequately illuminate a space. While indirect lighting is characterised by its softer, diffused light, its strategic implementation can effectively brighten an area without causing glare or harsh shadows.

Limited Application: Some believe indirect lighting is only suitable for specific settings or atmospheres. In reality, its versatility allows it to be integrated into various environments, from professional office spaces to cosy residential interiors.

Options

Wall Lights: These fixtures, mounted on walls, direct light upwards or downwards, creating a soft glow that can accentuate the height of a space and highlight architectural features.
Products to consider: Cubix
Linear Lights: Often used in coves or ledges as well as hidden within joinery, linear lights provide consistent and continuous illumination along their length. They are ideal for emphasising straight lines and edges in modern interiors.
Products to consider: Fusion 480
Pendant Lights: A pendant light placed indirectly above a table provides a comforting and intimate glow without casting stark light downward, creating an intimate ambiance.
Products to consider: Line Opal
Wayfinding Lights: These are subtle lighting solutions often integrated into staircases, hallways, or corridors. They guide people through a space, ensuring safety without overpowering the primary lighting sources.
Products to consider: Step Round and Step Square
Up Lights: Positioned on the floor and directed upwards, up lights can highlight walls, artworks, or architectural features. They are particularly effective in rooms with high ceilings or outdoor environments.

Conclusion

Indirect lighting is a multifaceted tool in the designer’s arsenal. When applied with discernment and expertise, it can transform spaces, marrying functionality with aesthetics. Faze Lighting is committed to offering advanced solutions in this domain, ensuring that our clients can realise their vision with precision and elegance.

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What are LED lights and what are their advantages?

LED stands for Light Emitting Diode; a semiconductor device that converts electricity into light. LEDs use approximately 85% less energy than halogen or incandescent lighting (hello power bill savings!) and also have a much longer lifespan, roughly 25,000 – 50,000 hours depending on the ‘globe’. LED’s are also eco-friendly, they don’t contain any harmful mercury, they don’t emit any CO2 and they can be recycled without harming the environment.

What is the difference between 3000k and 4000k?

Kelvin (K) is a measurement of light colour and is not a measurement of brightness, 3000k is a warm white, whereas 4000k is a cool white. The higher the number of Kelvin, the cooler the light. Think of the ember warmth of candles or firelight (which is 1000k-2000k), compared to the blueish tint of daylight, which is around 5000k. The colour temperature will impact a number of factors, including the ambience of a space.

What is a good colour temperature for my home?

Our lighting consultants lean toward a 3000k as it is not too warm/yellow toned and will therefore provide a clean white finish that is also still soft. However this can differ as some people may prefer a cooler white to others. For example, homes that feature a monochromatic palette of whites and blacks will suit a 4000k better – to bring out the whites and not create a yellow wash.

What are 'lumens'?

Lumens are a measurement of the total amount of visible light from a light source, this is the term used in place of wattage on the old scale. Typically, closer to 100-lumen per watt is very efficient – a standard downlight at 10.5W should be closer to 900lumen – this means it is performing at a higher level with less power.

What is CRI?

CRI stands for Colour Rendering Index, which measures the ability of a light to accurately reproduce the colour of various objects. The closer to 100, the higher the quality of the light source.

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