Lighting for Education - THORN Lighting

Entrance HallsThe power to impress and a showcase forachievements.ENTRANCE HALLSPerformance – The reception area provides visitors with afirst point of contact, and for students and staff a transition zonebetween interior and exterior lighting levels. Light attracts people, awell lit reception area and reception desk will help orientate visitorsunfamiliar with the building.Efficiency – Poorly maintained lighting in a school buildingprojects an image of neglect and generates apathy from studentsand staff. Ease of luminaire maintenance is a priority and criticalin the reception area. Whilst energy efficiency is always important,consideration must be given to appearance. The use of luminairesdesigned to be sustainable and attractive should be the aim.Comfort – The reception area is a showcase for the school and anopportunity to project its attitudes and beliefs. A relaxed welcomingfeel to the space will reassure visitors and students new to thebuilding. The lighting should be used to help create an inspirationalspace and leave visitors with an impression of the values of theschool. For the students it will be an ideal start to the day.Lighting requirementsMaintainedilluminance (E m)Limiting glare value(UGR L)Colour renderingindex (Ra)200 lx 22 80TechniquesEntrance halls and reception areas lend themselves to the use ofdownlights, wall washers and decorative uplighters to create avibrant atmosphere. Decorative suspended luminaires or recesseddownlights are synonymous with the reception desk. Entrances withhigh ceilings are well served by the use of upward and downwardlight distribution from suspended luminaires.Spotlights may be added to highlight awards, works of artor signage.12