How can we use lighting to improve wellbeing at home?
We spend much of our time out of the house, in the workplace and on the move. But, when we are at home, we often want to relax, unwind...
How to minimise light pollution?
Outdoor lighting has many specific requirements, from making people feel safe at night to creating stunning visual displays. But it is the responsibility of those creating urban luminaires and lighting designs...
Can lighting support sustainability?
Recent findings by global design and architecture firm Gensler highlighted the dramatic impact of the built environment sector on the climate, with existing buildings and new construction projects accounting for 40%...
T-Word Explains: What is smart lighting?
Traditionally, creating a smart lighting network involved using wired connections between luminaires. While the benefits of such networks – often controlled using the DALI protocol – can be considerable,...
3 Big ‘lessons’ for Perfect Lighting in Educational Spaces
When specifying a lighting system for educational spaces like universities, colleges and schools, building engineers and consultants can rely on the fact that educational establishments are increasingly seeking out...
T-Word Explains: What is ‘spec breaking’ – and why does it matter?
When specifying a new lighting system, switching to LED isn’t enough. This is a common pitfall when choosing luminaires for a lighting upgrade. While LED fittings do indeed tend...
How LED lighting can yield exceptional improvements in offices
The switch to LED lighting can yield exceptional improvements in office environments in term of enhanced illumination, reduced maintenance and a significant boost to energy efficiency. The move to...
How LED lighting can yield exceptional improvements in retail
LED lighting products are changing the way spaces are illuminated. In comparison to fluorescent fittings, LED solutions are significantly more energy efficient, as well as producing a higher output....
What is ‘wellbeing’ and what role does lighting play?
Wellbeing is a much broader concept than moment-to-moment happiness, it also includes things such as how satisfied people are with their life as whole, their sense of purpose, and...
What is the difference between a diffuser and a lens?
Diffusers and lenses play different roles, in order to fulfil different requirements. Here, you can read the fundamental difference between diffusers and lenses – and the range of environments...