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Research:The Benefit of ControlsPersonal lighting control can improveenvironmental satisfaction and self-ratedtask performance. Personal controls also allowoccupants to satisfy their own needs and preferenceswithout encroaching on their neighbours.This set-up can create a pleasant mood, whichcan improve conflict resolution andcognitive performance.L.20Controls interface: The PWGSCdevelopedlighting controls onthis computer interface allowusers to set the brightness of theirworkstation lights; it also allowsthem to set on/off timers for theirworkstation lighting.Research:Keep Controls SimpleResearchers have found that toomany controls or complicated controlscan become stressful because people wantto focus attention on their work ratherthan on learning environmentalcontrols.L.21COPE-ODEThe COPE Office Design Evaluator allows designers to predict the effects oflighting design on lighting conditions and occupant satisfaction. Users can settheir office characteristics and read suggestions for improving the design.Available at: http://irc.nrc.gc.ca/ie/cope/07.html51