THE ARCHITECTURE OF LIGHT: Architectural Lighting Design Concepts and Techniques |  | Author: Sage Russell
Publisher: Conceptnine
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ISBN: 0980061709
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Publication Date: January 14, 2008
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Product Description
The Architecture of Light makes lighting design approachable. This vivid, image packed text of lighting concepts and techniques serves as the perfect companion for lighting design students and professionals alike. Built around a successful teaching curriculum, this text provides a logical step by step progression through the phases of conceptualizing, refining, drafting and presenting lighting design. Written by a practicing professional lighting designer who is also an award winning design instructor, The Architecture of Light presents a perfect blend of visual design tools and fundamental lighting knowledge. In addition to theory and discussion, The Architecture of Light also provides complete chapters of common lighting details, case studies and a catalog of specific lighting tools. Every architect, interior designer and design student deserves a working knowledge of lighting design and this single book makes it possible.
Remember to check out all of the teaching and learning resources available on the Architecture of Light webpage.You will also find the full 15 week lighting curriculum. Each weekly lecture pack is a downloadable ZIP file that contains PowerPoint presentation, assignments, grading sheets, relevant handouts, and an overview. I encourage designers, educators and students alike to download these lecture packs.
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LOVED IT!!! September 5, 2008
A. Sells
11 out of 14 found this review helpful
This book is so fantastic that I emailed the author directly. Here is what I told him:
I really LOVE your book! (LOVE...LOVE...LOVE IT!) It is just what I wanted and needed for my students. I am planning to use it for my new online lighting class to launch spring 2009. I have found your power points helpful also...thank you so much!
Here is what I didn't tell him:
The Architecture of Light reads like a lighting novel instead of a textbook...I just wanted to keep reading and reading. It is the ONLY lighting textbook I've ever read that didn't put me to sleep! The Architecture of Light is not only interesting and practical; it also easy to read, easy to understand and I could hear Sage's enthusiasm seeping through the pages as I read it.
Sage Russell offers readers a refreshing perspective on how to create with light and his book truly transformed my understanding of this subject. Educators, designers and students alike will find his book to be a valuable & excellent resource on their path to understanding and mastering lighting concepts and techniques.
I loved it...and so will you!
what you see is what you need April 19, 2008
katie (san diego CA)
6 out of 7 found this review helpful
In an industry known for confusing acronyms, undeciferable number sequences and cut sheets, this book acts like a road map for understanding the multi faceted world of lighting design. Delightfully straight forward and easy to read, each of Russell's steps is outlined clearly to help teach a general method for approaching lighting a space depending on your end goals rather then a micro managed process of what goes where in each room. The concepts are balanced with doses of real world insight and finished off with a great breakdown of sample fixtures and their applications. Explaination and illustration of cut sheets, lamp details, lighting maps, sample interiors and exteriors all contribute to the book's clarity. Whether you are an industry professional hoping to brush up on your understanding of current technique or a student trying to get a good general introduction to the field this book is sure to be exactly what your looking for.
The Architecture of Light March 9, 2008
C. Burke (Del Mar, CA USA)
8 out of 10 found this review helpful
Finally, a book has been written that truly expresses the process of lighting design. You will find this text to be refreshingly organic in it's approach to seeing and feeling the lighted environment first. The science of illumination is covered in a very intuitive manner.
Russell's illustrations and examples are easily understood. You feel as though you are attending a private instruction session.
I highly recommend this book. As an architectural lighting designer, I am using this as an inspirational guide with fellow designers and clients.
Well done!
Great intro to lighting October 8, 2009
sarayale (Oakhurst, NJ)
4 out of 5 found this review helpful
I am building a new LARGE home and wanted to get information to figure out the lighting scheme. This book was actually interesting and enjoyable to read. I have already read dozens of different books to be prepared for the homebuilding process (I will be my own general contractor) and have found this to be one of the most useful with real information and not just buzzwords.
That being said, if the author or publisher is reading this, you MUST do a thorough proofreading before the next printing because there are MANY typos in the book (I would seriously fire whoever was in charge of proofreading!)
I am very happy I bought this book since I really had no background in lighting and this provided a good basis.
LIGHTING! May 7, 2008
T. Diamond
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This has sparked my interest in lighting design! This book is very useful. GET IT!!
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