Light in the outdoor area - Erco

Situations
Leisure pools
In line with the general wellness trend, light in
swimming pools is no longer merely functional,
but instead is used increasingly as a means to
create a variety of atmospheres: diffuse light
produces a calm and relaxing atmosphere with
few shadows and contrasts. Directed light, on
the other hand, is similar to the sun at the seaside,
resulting in hard shadows and creating
interesting contrasts that seem to energise the
environment. Lighting effects with colour and
vitality, e.g. in analogy to a sunset, produce a
highly atmospheric and narrative dimension.
The reflecting surface of the water contributes
to the vivid play of light in the swimming and
leisure facilities. Luminaires with glare control
and a carefully planned luminaire arrangement
prevent excessive reflection on the water
surface. The requirement of high-quality housings
and appropriate protection modes suggests
lighting tools in swimming pools that are
also used outdoors. Maintenance costs can be
reduced by using luminaires which are installed
in favourable locations, but also by using longlife
and even maintenance-free lamps such as
metal halide lamps or LEDs.
Vertical illuminance in an
access and lounger zone:
the wallwashing makes
the room look bright and
wide, contributes to diffuse,
glare-free ambient
lighting of natural colour
which is the antithesis to
the active lighting effects
on the opposite wall.
Lighting solutions for
leisure pools require
robust lighting tools as
used in outdoor areas.
A high protection mode
and perfect sealing even
after repeated lamp
replacement are central
criteria for the selection
of luminaires.
The striking definition of
lighting zones in a leisure
pool helps structure the
artificial environment to
provide a true experience.
To do this, the lighting
designer requires a comprehensive
toolkit with
a wide range of lighting
tools.
ERCO’s luminaires are
both functional and aesthetic
products designed
for long life. Even in
extreme environmental
conditions demanding
high standards of corrosion
protection, perfect
sealing and safety, these
lighting tools remain
highly reliable.
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