Understanding Light. Designing Spaces with Luminaires: A Guide to Perception and Atmosphere

By: Süess, Heinrich

Mastering Light: History, Technology, Application

This publication explores how light shapes perception and how lighting design can transform spaces and define

architecture. It combines cultural and technological history with clearly accessible technical expertise. Through vivid examples, sketches, and photographic observations, it reveals how light changes throughout the day and how these insights can be applied to living environments, workplaces, and outdoor settings.

Beginners will find practical guidance for designing with artificial light, while professionals gain precise terminology and clear explanations of luminaires, lighting types, and spatial staging. Guest contributions expand the discussion to include scenography, luminaire design, and technological innovation. An inspiring invitation to see light not merely as a technical necessity, but as a creative force that turns spaces into experiences.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3721210565
• ISBN13: 9783721210569
• Release Date: April 2027
• Publisher: Niggli
• Length: 192 Pages