Architectural and Decorative Aesthetics with LED Lighting Technology

(1.) AIA – LU

Description

Although light-emitting diode (LED) systems have become the preferred light source primarily due to their
lower power consumption and extremely long life, LED systems offer many advantages for improving
architectural aesthetics. This one-hour course reviews the characteristics of LED systems that—when
properly specified—can improve both fixture and space aesthetics. In addition, this program offers
guidance for properly specifying LED products in order to overcome potential shortcomings of LED
systems.

Learning Objectives

• Understand how LED technology compares favorably to all other lighting sources
• Identify unique characteristics of LED lighting systems that enable unique and appealing light fixture designs
• Describe how the use of LED sources and optics can enhance space aesthetics
• List attributes that require proper specification in order to minimize or eliminate potential shortcomings of LED systems