Chapter 19 Lighting Design
MULTIPLE CHOICE. Choose the one alternative that best completes the statement or answers the question.
1) Interior design and lighting design interact. Which interiors features will result in higher lighting
efficiency? Select all that apply.
1) _______
A) Larger spaces, e.g. open plan. B) Lighter colors.
C) Smaller space, e.g. private offices. D) Taller spaces.
2) Which would be a good choice for fixtures which are difficult to access? 2) _______
A) Compact fluorescent.
B) LED.
C) Low voltage miniature reflectors (MR).
3) Which would be a good choice for a sculpture gallery? 3) _______
A) Direct, high level lighting from the ceiling.
B) Semi-indirect lighting from the ceiling.
C) (A) supplemented with track lighting.
D) (B) supplemented with track lighting.
4) Which would be a good choice for an office? 4) _______
A) Direct, high level lighting from the ceiling.
B) Semi-indirect lighting from the ceiling.
C) (A) supplemented with task lighting.
D) (B) supplemented with task lighting.
5) Following the manufacturer’s spacing–to-mounting height ratio recommendations will assure
which of the following?
5) _______
A) Pleasant wall brightness.
B) Relatively uniform illumination.
C) Good visual comfort probability (VCP)
D) Adequate average foot-candle levels on the task plane.
6) Which statements are generally valid regarding lighting “expressions” and design? Select all that
apply.
6) _______
A) A well-organized reflected ceiling plan might not appear well-organized in perspective.
B) An apparently disorganized layout might be appropriate for some spaces.
C) Generally, direct light suppresses shadows and tends to flatten architectural form.
D) Soft, diffuse light will dramatically model three-dimensional objects.
7) Which statements are true regarding daylighting? Select all that apply. 7) _______
A) Daylighting has better energy performance in temperate or cold climates.
B) Combined with electric light, daylight may alter the rendering of colors in a building.
C) Using solar tubes can eliminate the glare and thermal discomfort of direct sunlight.
D) The use of light shelves will enhance the penetration of daylight into spaces.
8) Which of the following are important considerations in outdoor lighting design? Select all that
apply.
8) _______
A) Accessibility for relamping and routine maintenance is of prime concern.
B) Placing bollards is necessary to safeguard against pedestrian damage.
C) Blending with the environment is necessary for sustainability reasons.
D) Good quality equipment is essential in the harsh outdoor environment.
