Lighting in the office

Office Space Lighting

Working in an office involves daily prolonged visual strain, so it is important to pay special attention to the lighting of the office space, which should correspond to the style of the room.

Ways to Light the Workplace

When designing lighting, it is important to remember that natural light is the most comfortable for a person. Therefore, the lighting of the workplace should be as close to natural as possible.

There are two main ways of lighting: using direct and reflected light. By combining them, one can create a harmonious, non-straining environment that enhances productivity and the mood of employees, as well as the zoning of the room. Proper lighting covers the following aspects:

• The lighting should be bright enough;
• It should not create glare on the monitors;
• A harmonious combination of color and light environment.

To achieve this, it is recommended to use:

• Fluorescent ceiling fixtures;
• Recessed lights;
• Wall lamps for direct and indirect lighting;
• LED and halogen fixtures.

If necessary, local fixtures are also used. Recently, specialists recommend abandoning traditional desk lamps, which create too much contrast and overheat, in favor of fixtures with fluorescent bulbs placed above eye level to avoid a dazzling effect.

Lighting Nuances in Offices

Illuminating individual offices, as well as the offices of executives, has its own particularities, as these are not only workspaces but also representative areas. In such rooms, significant attention is paid to the image component.

Meeting rooms and small conference halls also play an important role in many companies. Their lighting systems are equipped with fixtures that adjust the overall level of illumination during presentations, slides, or videos on a large screen, as well as local lighting sources, such as recessed wall fixtures, sconces, or decorative fixtures that imitate daylight.

Flexibility in Office Lighting

Office lighting is a complex issue that does not have a single solution. An office requires an individual approach to the lighting system, considering the nature of the activities of a particular organization and the needs of the people working there. It is important to design the lighting in a way that it is flexible and easily controllable, as well as able to accommodate changes in the workflow.

Moreover, properly installed lighting in the office will allow for reduced electricity costs and increased energy efficiency.