Light

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Every design professional influences the light and ambiance of a space, with each discipline adding an aesthetic layer that can lead to unexpected outcomes. Often, the intentions of one professional can be unintentionally undermined by another. To eliminate surprises in design, Lou Michel, a distinguished architectural lighting educator, presents a resource that emphasizes designing with the effects of light rather than light itself. Drawing on over fifteen years of experience at The University of Kansas, Michel explores the relationship between lighting and architectural design as experienced by human vision, which is crucial for emotional response. This book is aimed at professionals who prioritize how individuals feel in the spaces they create, focusing on the humanization of architecture. Michel adopts a non-stylistic approach, analyzing user perception as they navigate through spaces. Readers will discover what pleases or disturbs individuals based on visual responses to color, texture, pattern, and brightness. The book includes design principles for both students and professionals, supported by illustrations and research. Michel introduces a luminance brightness rating system (LBR) and a nine-zone brightness scale to help designers visualize surfacing materials throughout the design process. Key topics include the interplay of lighting and spatial design, color theory, and the perception of spaces influenced by light and