ABSTRACT

These diagrams and drawings show some lighting techniques that are better explained in schematic detail, and are quick references to explain how lighting effects are produced. In design, the goal is usually for lighting to be unobtrusive and integrated into the architecture and interior design as much as possible. You want the positive effects of the lighting to be seen and felt, but not the luminaires themselves, except for the decorative ones. Think of these schematic drawings as visual shorthand for communicating abstract ideas. They represent techniques that you will be using over and over again. Sharing these with your clients, contractor or your significant other will help move the lighting design process along.