week one lecture part 2 continued
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Here is a “before” photo for a living room makeover
The visitors would have to yell across this space
The lighting and colors need help as well
The plants seems to be trying to escape!
After
New colors, furniture and lighting
Note the up-lights behind the plants
Cove lighting on the right
Accent lights below the cove (art) and on the larger picture
Outside lights prevent the black mirror effect
Consider placing a fixture over a balcony (when possible)-- rather than 20’ high
Easier to
replace the bulb later
If you add recessed lighting:
Use “IC” or insulation contact cans for safety and code
Special “remodel” cans make it possible to cut a smaller hole into the ceiling
When mounting tracks or spots on a beam, why not place them in a less visible location?
Outdoor accent lighting
SIZE OR SCALE: IS THIS FIXTURE THE
CORRECT SIZE FOR ITS LOCATION?
“LAYERING” EXAMPLE
“Half-hot” or half-switched plugs
These plugs can make an entire room more usable, just by making the lighting more convenient
The top plug is controlled by a switch, the bottom one is always “live” or “hot”
This lamp has an in-line cord dimmer—these can be added to existing lamps
Some examples of dimmer switches
Switch plate covers come in many colors—it’s best to have the switch plate blend with the wall or disappear
Remotes to add to lamps or up-lighting—especially ones without a half-hot plug
A zoned controller for different mood and zone lighting options
A beautiful bedroom with layers of lighting: recessed ceiling lights, cove around the bed, table lamp, clip-on accent, and corner up-light
Here is another example of how to achieve effective cove lighting
See tiny recessed ceiling spots, wall sconces through the mirror, and cove lighting (not turned on in this shot)
ENERGY CODES