Lighting for education
Lighting Guide LG 5
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Mechanical & Electrical Supplement
Series
Lighting Guide
Abstract
Advises on the lighting of educational spaces, lecture theatres, teaching rooms, conference rooms and multi-purpose rooms and on the visual problems that may arise. Factors that may need to be taken into consideration include not only lighting equipment and controls and its positioning but also decoration and finishes, sightlines and access doors. Planning is a vital part of the process as is due consideration to both natural and electric lighting, which is often dealt with late in the design process. This guide covers components, lighting options, lighting design guidance, lighting for particular applications, checklist for lighting design, maintenance, management, costs and equipment.
History
Revises Lighting Guide 5: Lecture, teaching and conference rooms (includes addendum 1, 2003) (CIBSE, 1991). The Society of Light and Lighting (SLL) is part of the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE).
ISBN
9781906846176
Subjects
- Educational facilities
- Building services
- Lighting
- Electrical services
- Building types
Publisher History
The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers received its Royal Charter in 1976. They promote careers of building services engineers by accrediting courses of study in further and higher education, and by approving work based training programmes. Their publications include technical guidance and codes which set the criteria for best practice in the profession.
Information
NBS
NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
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