[NTERIOR LIGHTING 10-15

Luminous beams incorporate light sources in translucent plastic or glass

forms (Fig. 10-11). When not illuminated they resemble steel, wood, or
plaster beams.
Luminous panels are large luminous areas resembling skylights (Fig. 10-
12).
Luminous coffers or troffers are recessed ceiling areas lighted by centrally
or edge placed lamps (Figs. 10-13 and 10-14).
Artificial skylighting utilizes luminous panels constructed and installed so
as to imitate a natural skylight. In some cases light sources are mounted
in a natural skylight for use on dark days or at night (Fig. 10-15).
Luminous tubing usually describes hot- or cold-starting, low-current
density fluorescent lamps or tubes which are used exposed or with very
simple decorative or diffusing mediums to create light lines or patterns on
ceilings or side walls (Fig. 10-16).
Luminous elements include all of the forms mentioned as well as other
unclassified combinations of lamps, diffusing mediums, and structural
features that usually provide decorative effects and sometimes contribute
substantially to the general illumination.
Wherever the lighting equipment is to be planned as an integral part of a
structure, it is necessary that the architect provide adequate space to
house lamps and control equipment. Figure A-l , Page A-10 provides useful
data for estimating the general illumination which may be provided in open
interiors by a range of wiring capacities serving various types of light
sources and luminaires.
FIG. 10-11. Luminous beams.