I am still not satisfied with all the options I have come up with for positioning the light points in our open living/dining area – maybe someone has the perfect suggestion?
Attached is the floor plan excerpt.
We are planning to use 230V light points for pendant lamps and surface-mounted spotlights.
The open kitchen with an island is connected to the dining area below – the lighting there is already planned.
What is certain: Above the dining table, there should be two outlets and above the living room table one light point (each for pendant lamps and separately switchable).
But how can I ensure balanced general lighting in the living and dining areas?
I initially installed two rows of three surface-mounted dimmable spotlights running from the hallway to the two corners. But then I still lack light in the living room...
And if I plan four surface-mounted spotlights in the “corners” there as well, the distances between the spots seem awkward (too close between dining and living). I also wonder if so few spotlights will provide enough light at all?
I am a complete beginner on this topic and need to submit the final plan to our builder within the next few days.
Attached is the floor plan excerpt.
We are planning to use 230V light points for pendant lamps and surface-mounted spotlights.
The open kitchen with an island is connected to the dining area below – the lighting there is already planned.
What is certain: Above the dining table, there should be two outlets and above the living room table one light point (each for pendant lamps and separately switchable).
But how can I ensure balanced general lighting in the living and dining areas?
I initially installed two rows of three surface-mounted dimmable spotlights running from the hallway to the two corners. But then I still lack light in the living room...
And if I plan four surface-mounted spotlights in the “corners” there as well, the distances between the spots seem awkward (too close between dining and living). I also wonder if so few spotlights will provide enough light at all?
I am a complete beginner on this topic and need to submit the final plan to our builder within the next few days.
krachbumms schrieb:
B was intended as a central light source for general lightingAnd what are C supposed to be for?
For general lighting, you draw central room axes or diagonals to find the positions of the outlets.
EveundGerd18 Oct 2015 01:17Personally, I find spotlights uncomfortable.
I consider a hanging lamp over the coffee table to be less than ideal, as you can easily bump your head on it.
I would use a straight line and install ceiling lights in both the living room and kitchen areas. There are very beautiful lamps available on the market.
Matching the ceiling lights, I would place a hanging lamp (if there must be one) over the dining table, or: install a third ceiling light aligned with the other two lamps.
In the entrance area, I would install a wall lamp (I know) simply because it creates a cozy and homely atmosphere. The rest is taken care of by the kitchen lighting built into the kitchen furniture itself.
Each lamp should have its own switch and possibly a dimmer in the living area.
A floor lamp is optional both in the living room and in the bay window.
I consider a hanging lamp over the coffee table to be less than ideal, as you can easily bump your head on it.
I would use a straight line and install ceiling lights in both the living room and kitchen areas. There are very beautiful lamps available on the market.
Matching the ceiling lights, I would place a hanging lamp (if there must be one) over the dining table, or: install a third ceiling light aligned with the other two lamps.
In the entrance area, I would install a wall lamp (I know) simply because it creates a cozy and homely atmosphere. The rest is taken care of by the kitchen lighting built into the kitchen furniture itself.
Each lamp should have its own switch and possibly a dimmer in the living area.
A floor lamp is optional both in the living room and in the bay window.
K
krachbumms18 Oct 2015 22:21Thank you for your suggestions. I have now arranged the following layout.
Living area: Pendant lamp above the coffee table, 3 spotlights along the TV wall.
Dining area: Pendant lamp(s) above the dining table, 3 spotlights in front of the large bay window, ceiling light between the entrance to the living area and the dining table.
A floor lamp will definitely be added next to the sofa.
My wife does not like wall lamps at all. There is also no spot where I am absolutely certain I don’t want to place furniture or a picture.
Living area: Pendant lamp above the coffee table, 3 spotlights along the TV wall.
Dining area: Pendant lamp(s) above the dining table, 3 spotlights in front of the large bay window, ceiling light between the entrance to the living area and the dining table.
A floor lamp will definitely be added next to the sofa.
My wife does not like wall lamps at all. There is also no spot where I am absolutely certain I don’t want to place furniture or a picture.
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nordanney14 Jan 2016 20:39I would rather choose 6-7 recessed lights, but then split them across two circuits.
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