Urban Lighting for People: Evidence-Based Lighting Design for the Built Environment

An essential guide that illuminates the way for evidence-based urban lighting

Format: Hardback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 03 April 2019
Publisher: RIBA Publishing

Lighting holds immense potential to enrich and enhance our perception of the built environment. It encompasses the illumination that enables individuals to navigate their neighborhoods or cities, as well as the light that reflects their surroundings and themselves. Ongoing research in the fields of behavior, environmental psychology, and social interaction is shedding light on the profound impact of urban lighting on our daily lives. Despite its significant influence, the practical application of this research remains largely untapped. There has been a growing trend to utilize lighting as a catalyst for urban regeneration, with numerous major urban lighting projects underway across the country. However, there remains room for further exploration and innovation on various scales.

This book delves into the specific needs and experiences of individuals during nighttime, aiming to address them through public lighting. It aims to empower readers with the knowledge and skills necessary to create more sophisticated lighting plans that add value to their projects. Through comprehensive case studies, the book provides in-depth analysis of real-life projects, offering insights into the experiences of lighting designers, including post-installation observations. Written in a user-friendly and accessible style, this book appeals to practitioners, academics, and students alike, empowering them to translate research into practice and develop better lighting solutions for improved spaces.

Weight: 752g
Dimension: 204 x 224 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781859468210