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Edward Bartholomew
ARCH 435
Seattle Campus

Principles and Practices of Environmental Lighting

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 into 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 facets of lighting: perception of light, qualities of light, application of light.

Student learning goals

Site Visits- The class will examine and analyze architectural daylighting and electric lighting design sites throughout Seattle.

Guest Lectures- By lighting practitioners including Architects, Lighting Designers, Artists and other advocates of light in architecture.

Lighting Assignments- covering various aspects of light and perception, to increase awareness of the multiple qualities of light.

Group Assignments- Students will present a group assignment of an analysis of the lighting at a site.

Final Project- Students will present conceptual lighting projects to a jury of practicing lighting professionals and architects for feedback.

General method of instruction

Recommended preparation

Class assignments and grading


The information above is intended to be helpful in choosing courses. Because the instructor may further develop his/her plans for this course, its characteristics are subject to change without notice. In most cases, the official course syllabus will be distributed on the first day of class.
Last Update by Edward Bartholomew
Date: 06/19/2007