Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Eero Sarrinen
A r c h i t e c t . D e s i g n e r .
M I T C h a p e l
.uses relfection in lighted spaces.
.clerestory windows brings pops of light
.creates dramatic instances by having high intensity light
.airport relfects this
.light is not an accent, it's a focal point.
Lighting Series 2
Brixx Pizza
Illumination of the space
-the space has adequate lighting for a restaurant environment. Lighting at the table are focal lights. Track lighting is located on the surrounding walls. Cove lighting is also used. Windows surround the eating area, and provide reflection at night.
Weatherspoon Art Museum
Illumination of the Space
-intensity at windows
-subtle lighting
-hallways are bright where there is no artwork
-track/spot lighting inside windows
-temperature is warm and comfortable
-spot lighting at each iece
-high ceilings at natural light
-low ceilings with artificial
The lighting inside the Art Museum is ideal for it's purpose. Using Natural lighting in the hallway and atrium spaces help to make the space comfortable and contemplative. The spot lighting is ideal for the galleries, and helps to make the space have focal areas.
CVS Pharmacy
Illumination of the space
-bright fluorescent lighting covers the space
-lighting is uniform
-some spot and track lighting is used to highlight sales items
-light is warm
The lighting is adaguate for a retail space. Uniformity and brightmness help the customer become comfortable in the environment. The space could become more comfortable and functional if there was focal lighting on the checkout centers and photography areas. That way, lighting would become a wayfinding device.
Friday, February 6, 2009
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