- In a study, the priority is to provide adequate illumination for
reading and writing. For maximum pleasure of reading and for easier
concentration, reading lamps must have a proper quality and quantity
of illumination and be placed so that the light falls comfortably on
the open page.
- The complete room may be lit with powerful up lighters, down
lighters, or the general lighting may be reduced to be supplemented
with task lights as required. For the study it is necessary that
task lights be supported with general illumination even if it is of
low intensity to avoid eye strain.
- Care should be taken where computers are placed; the task light
should not produce glare or reflections on the screen. Task lights
for writing should be positioned so as to avoid both glare and
shadow.
- If floor lamps are used as reading lights, then it should be 40"-49"
from the floor to the bottom edge of the shade. The shade should be
moderately illuminous to softly diffuse the light and eliminate
glare, thus open top shades are preferred.
|
