CEA 101 – Week 11 – Artificial and Natural Lighting

1. What are the functions of natural lighting?

a. Improves mood and combats depression.
b. Boost energy and increases production levels.
c. Makes interior spaces appear larger.
d. Renders colors true.
e. Reduces eyestrain.
f. Conserves energy.
2. What are potential problems of natural light?
a. Limited entry to the room.
b. Increased heat gain and loss through glasses.
c. Glare due to windows.
d. Available of day light.
3. What are the factors affecting the distribution of natural light?
a. Building area and orientation
b. Windows area and position
c. Glass types
d. Shading
e. External obstruction
4. What are the functions of artificial light?
 To provide enough light for people to carry out a particular activity;
 To provide enough light for people to move about ease and safety;
 To display the features of the building in a manner suitable for its character and
purpose.
5. What are the advantages of artificial light?
 Easy to control (on and off) by using switch.
 Illumination level can be controlled.
 24 hours.
 More flexible in interior design.
 Variety of color.
6. What are the disadvantages of artificial lights?
 High maintenance cost.
 Too many colors will lead to confusion.
 High cost of electricity.