Light can set the tone for a therapy session in therapy rooms. Flexible lighting, with a variable colour temperature can boost activity or create a relaxing environment. The use of colour can also be beneficial.
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Flexible Lighting Design
The lighting design must be flexible as most therapy activities do not require a specific room layout or equipment and these spaces are often multi-functional.
Natural light has a positive effect on stress and feelings of anxiety and can be helpful in a counselling setting. We have developed lighting, to support daylight and help regulate our circadian rhythm.
Tuneable White Lighting
Tuneable white lighting can be raised to a cool colour temperature to replicate daylight providing an energy boost or lowered to a warm colour temperature to create a restful environment.
Technical Support
Vertical illuminance must be considered to ensure good personal interaction. Lighting vertically onto surfaces can also help spaces feel less oppressive.
For further lighting advice speak to our technical sales team on 020 8254 2022 or e-mail technicalsales@designplan.co.uk
Lighting Controls
Using a lighting control system can improve the quality of illumination as well as reduce energy consumption. Control systems allow the use of light in the required place, at the right time and in the optimum quantity. At Designplan we can provide control solutions for traditional switched applications and standalone luminaire operation, through to full networked systems utilising the DALI protocol.
Antibacterial Paint
We are pleased to announce that we now supply antibacterial paint to improve our customers infection control measures further still. Our optional antibacterial powder coatings reduce the growth of harmful bacteria on a painted luminaire surface used in a secure health facility.
PDF Lighting Guide
Our 24 page lighting guide identifies typical Secure Healthcare applications, focusing on the principles of good lighting. We examine the benefits of a robust construction, with service-user safety of paramount importance, standards compliance and specific design requirements including anti-ligature luminaires for “safer” environments. To download your copy click on the button below.
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