TRANSILLUMINATED CEILING

a.)

Longitudinal

lines

increase apparent length, direct traffic flow, decrease direct glare.

b.)

Horizontal

lines

create a plane, increase apparent width but also increase direct glare.

c.) Diagonal lines minimize shadows and break rectangular patterns. They are architecturally dominant.

d.)

Rectangular

is architecturally dominant and therefore must be used carefully. It is a poor choice in stores where attention downward is desired.

Pattern

Cornices, valances and coves

e.) Cornices, valances and coves achieve uniform ceiling brightness and when designed with a downward component or combined with local lighting, as illustrated, give a pleasant intimate atmosphere.

f.) Coffers create a decorative architectural effect and can be designed to resemble skylights

or can be built into actual skylights.

Luminous ceiling system utilizing louvers

g.) or translucent material suspended beneath rows of fluorescent lamps provide high illumination, low brightness and high diffusion. The system is architecturally oppressive, and monotonous, requiring some accent of either color or lighting.

h.) Downlights are architecturally neutral and may therefore evenly unevenly.

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