Having the right amount and quality of light in a property is very important. It can both allow people to do an array of tasks and convey different meanings. Whether you are designing a home, a public space, an office, or something else, you must get the lighting and the meaning right. We can help, giving you the support of some of the top architects London can offer.

Identity

What you need to think about is that light can give a space an identity. If you get it wrong, your space may not have the feel and atmosphere that you had in mind.

The important thing to think about here is the brightness. Brightly lit rooms have a louder appeal and tend to demand that you focus. This can be true whatever the colour of the decor.

On the other hand, softer gentle lights have a more intimate feel. They can be more inviting and encourage you to unwind and relax.

Naturally you won’t want bright lights in spaces where you want people to feel at ease such as restaurants. On the other hand, you will want more brightness in places like hospitals and labs.

You can see some brands using light to create a very specific retail experience. For example, Apple tend to have brightly lit shops. They make people focus on the tech and product offering. However, this strategy can’t work for everyone. Some brands are more laid back and choose softer lighting. Others even intentionally go for shading for an air of mystery.

Diffuse or direct

What you can do in a property is play with diffuse and direct light to get the perfect environment. Many spaces suit natural light diffusing through windows, skylights, and other openings. Others are better off with the consistency of direct light, whether it is from LEDs or traditional bulbs.

You can even combine diffusing and direct light within the same spaces to produce a really nice atmosphere. The latter can help to create contrast with softer, natural lighting.

Explore light with top architects in London

At Coffey Architects we do a lot of work to explore lighting. We appreciate that it is a vital part of every project, regardless of the type of building. As a result, we never stop researching the impact it can have.

So, if they want to work with passionate architects, London clients should speak to us. We can help them to get a wonderful design and lighting that will create the right mood.