Bridge For Design Autumn 2014 Bridge For Design Autumn 2014 Issue | Page 164

lighting trends

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Second in universal popularity is the directional downlight, traditionally low voltage and now more often than not, LED. The trick with

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to so easily combine wall washing with spotlighting
enormously with the ability to utilise multiple circuits as
well as recessing it within slots and ceilings allowing it now
to be installed more easily and discretely within the home.

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The pricey powerhouse of the art world will always be the Framing

to highlight the exact dimensions of the painting or sculpture so there is no
light spill. I have, however, discovered amongst collectors these are a little
like marmite, some feel they provide too intense and dramatic a focal point
where as others think they are the best invention ever to have been created.
As illustrated the contrast between the right hand photograph which is lit by a
projector whilst the left is lit by ambient light alone, the contrast is absolute.

One of my favourite techniques has always been the humble picture light. In the
right setting, such as a beautiful panelled library, dining or drawing room the

the realm of a grand master. Picture lights assist in creating layers of ambient light with

advancements in LED technology has
ensured the humble picture light has
been raised to compete on the same
stage as other techniques. Tinier light
sources, superb colour rendering and
advancement in optics have brought
picture lights in to the 21st century.
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Rebecca Weir
www.lightiq.com

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