Architectural Interior Lighting (eBook)

Architectural Interior Lighting is an essential guide to creating well-lit, visually appealing interior spaces. The book begins with an overview of light and color theory, lighting fundamentals, and design principles. It then covers artificial, natural, decorative, and professional lighting in interior design, as well as standards and regulations, controls and systems, sustainable lighting, energy efficiency, light pollution reduction, and the use of environmentally friendly materials. With a focus on practical applications and real-world examples, this book provides readers with the tools and knowledge necessary to achieve their design goals while considering the latest trends and techniques in the field. A valuable resource for professionals and students in architecture and lighting design, it will also appeal to anyone interested in creating visually stunning and functional interior spaces.

Gurkan Ozenen, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Architecture at Istanbul Health and Technology University. He began his academic career as a full-time Assistant Professor at Dogus University, Istanbul, in 2017, serving until 2021. He received his Ph.D. and M.Sc. in Architectural Design Computing from Istanbul Technical University and a Bachelor of Science degree with Honors in Architecture from Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University, awarded in 2016, 2007, and 2004, respectively. As an accomplished expert in architectural design computing, Dr. Ozenen has conducted extensive research in generative design, digital fabrication, and computational design. His research interests include building information modeling, parametric design, and interactive architecture. He has taught various courses related to architectural design computing, including digital fabrication, design algorithms, and interactive architecture.