Course: The direction of light
Discover how light shapes perception and the impression of a space. Use shadow, the direction of light, and Gestalt principles to reveal forms and arrange luminaires harmoniously. The following lessons will give you a deeper understanding of the fundamentals of light.
The sun has shaped human perception for over five million years. As a result, the rhythm of day and night as well as the daily incidence of light from above have become anchored in our subconscious. Equally deeply rooted are the associated diffused shadows of clouds and the hard shadows cast by sunlight. Follow the lessons below and gain greater clarity in an interactive way.
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Deep dive
Light to view: brilliance & projection
Shadow
Understanding light and shadow in architecture
Gestalt
Gestalt principles & lighting design: the law of proximity
Light and architecture
Positioning luminaires correctly