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The Design Impact of Lighting
T. Morgan Gabler,
Newcomb & Boyd
Covering both traditional illumination elements and the effects
of new challenges concerning sustainable design, this poster will
show the architectural impact of different illumination solutions
for the built environment. Much like a column or cladding, illumination
also defines and supports the built environment. Coordinating architectural
details with lighting elements such as coves, beams, and uplights
is standard practice. In addition, local energy codes, LEED™,
and Dark Skies regulations provide new design criteria that challenge
us to look for greener methods of illumination.
Sustainable design impacts the relationship between the interior
and the exterior envelope of a building. In order to enhance quality
and quantity, daylight needs lenses, louvers, and a dimming ballast
for control of output and angle. Architectural elements such as
glazing, building orientation, light shelves, overhangs, and skylights
become lighting accessories. Outside of the building, the hot issues
of light trespass and light pollution obligate the designer to select
products and applications to help maintain the night sky. In turn,
this impacts the quantity and placement of fixtures, as well as
security and aesthetics. Therefore, a successful lighting design
will integrate lighting with architecture during the initial design
concept.
Findings:
The purpose of this presentation is to promote discussion between
the owner, architect, engineer, and lighting designer during the
early stages of the design process so that the illumination is an
integrated part of the building design; connecting the inhabitants
with their external environment. The design should strive to uphold
recommendations as put forth by the Illuminating Engineering Society
of North America's (IESNA). All structures and spaces have different
illumination needs. For example, the illumination of a library will
not be lighted in the same manner or to the same levels as a conference
room. Each lighting design is unique and tailored to the function
and use of that space.
Labs21 Connection:
Today, LEED™, Dark Skies, and other green built environment
efforts are frequently implemented and observed. As a result, construction
methods and the design process have changed. This poster will reflect
the Labs21 commitment to minimizing the environmental impact, optimizing
whole building efficiency, and promoting occupant safety and comfort
with regard to illumination.
Biography:
T. Morgan Gabler specialized in lighting design as a technical
intern with the Baltimore Theatre Project, in Baltimore, Maryland,
and also worked as Assistant to the Technical Director of the Theatre
for the New York City while completing her degree.
After graduating, Ms. Gabler worked as both lead electrician for
the Alley Theatre and as a lighting designer with Linda Cummings/Lighting
Consultants, both located in Houston, Texas. Since joining Newcomb
& Boyd in 1999, Ms. Gabler's work has included design responsibilities
for lighting on a variety of projects. She was named an Associate
of the firm in 2003.
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