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Edward Bartholomew
ARCH 435
Seattle Campus
Perception-based approach to principles of natural and artificial lighting. Practical considerations of lighting involving environmental evaluations, calculations and the use of lamps and fixtures. Sketch and model studies for applications. Impact of lighting design on energy conservation. Relation of lighting design process to architectural design concepts. Prerequisite: either ARCH 331 or ARCH 431.
Class description
The goal of this course is to integrate the perception and application of light with architecture. This course will explore the various aspects of light from the perspective of daylighting design and electric lighting design in architecture. The course will explore the following facets of lighting: perception of light, qualities of light, application of light.
Student learning goals
General method of instruction
This course will utilize various teaching methods including: Site visits -the class will examine and analyze architectural daylighting and electric lighting design sites throughout Seattle. Guest Lectures -by practitioners including Architects, Lighting Designers and other advocates of light in architecture. Lighting Assignments –covering various aspects of light and perception, to increase awareness of the qualities of light. Group Assignments –students will present a group assignment of an analysis of a lighting site. Final Projects –students will present final conceptual lighting projects to a jury of practicing lighting professionals and architects.
Recommended preparation
General interest in understanding light both materially and experientially.
Class assignments and grading
Experiential, observational and analytical
• Fulfill all grading requirements (see Grading) • Pass and complete successfully all assigned projects • Class work
