Examination of Outdoor Lighting Design Principles: The Case of Istanbul Lounge

• Published in: Architecture and urban planning Vol. 20; no. 1; pp. 140 - 153
• Main Authors: Adın, Muhammed Sefa, Caymaz, Gökçen Firdevs Yücel
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English; Latvian
• Published: Riga Sciendo 01.01.2024; Riga Technical University
• Subjects: Atmosphere; Atmospheric correction; Design analysis; Design criteria; Design factors; Design principles; Fixtures; Housing; housing estate; Landscape architecture; Lighting; outdoor space; Parks & recreation areas; Playgrounds; Safety engineering; Statuary; User experience; User interfaces; Visual effects; Istanbul Turkey; Turkey
• ISSN: 2255-8764; 1691-4333; 2255-8764
• DOI: 10.2478/aup-2024-0012

Outdoor lighting design is the process of planning and implementing lighting in outdoor areas. This design usually focuses on factors such as aesthetics, safety and functionality. A correct outdoor lighting design ensures the safety of the space and improves the atmosphere by increasing night use. The placement of lighting fixtures is a critical factor for the success of this design. This study aims to provide inspiration for similar housing projects by analysing the successful principles of outdoor lighting design of Istanbul Lounge housing estate and suggesting inappropriate principles. Within the scope of the study, international sources on the subject were reviewed, and it was determined that the lighting design principles cover the lighting of space, comfort, emergency, security, landscape, plant materials, sculpture, architectural structures, signboards, walkways, stairs and water elements. These principles are discussed in the example of Istanbul Lounge, and their effects on the general atmosphere of the site, user experience and visual comfort are analysed. Outdoor lighting design has been handled in a holistic manner covering the roads, gardens, playgrounds and common areas throughout the site. The applied examples of all lighting design principles were identified, and a checklist based on their equivalents in the literature was created and evaluated on a five-point Likert scale and suggestions were made for the inappropriate sections. As a result, it is seen that outdoor lighting design criteria are handled in a wide range, and these principles are successfully applied in the example of Istanbul Lounge housing estate.