As furniture and accent pieces anchor an area in a hierarchy of proportion and volume, lighting layouts define and enliven it. Lighting is regarded as an essential component of any functioning space.
But, when strategised well, the installations can meld with the space to create an interesting crossplay of light and shade that lends a touch of playfulness to the ambience. While good lighting has always been non-negotiable, in these unprecedented times, it has gained more prominence.
With more people spending more time indoors, guests expect lighting that is both aesthetic and functional. Lighting, which was purely utilitarian until 2017, has changed due to consumer awareness and their particular requirements.
The lighting industry has shifted from the conventional paradigms of statement pieces and chandeliers as the ‘it’. Today, smart lighting systems dominate the market due to their safety and style.
Illumination today is driven by automation and a zest for energy efficiency. Hotel designers and hoteliers want the lighting to perpetuate spaces to set up aesthetically pleasing interiors. Intelligent lighting solutions enable the same with minimal effort.
With a seamless user interface, operating lighting automation systems is easy and user-friendly. Not only these high-tech solutions offer endless customization options but are also energy-efficient. Low-maintenance, energy-efficient LED lights with dimmer settings paves the way for sustainable living.
Smart lighting gets ‘smarter’ with remote access and can be controlled with a click of a remote these days. The Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capabilities of these automation systems make the interface much more flexible, as they can be controlled from the smartphones.
Additionally, sensor technologies help detect human presence in the room or even the amount of daylight penetrating inside. All these factors make living easy and flexible in the output lighting.
Smart lighting can create a mood and set the ambience of a hotel’s interior. Multiple settings allow the lights to be dimmed for cosy evenings or brightened for dinner parties and get-togethers. Additionally, smart lighting with dimmer settings enables changing the colour of the light, contributing to a more relaxing atmosphere.
Adapting to changing user needs, intelligent lighting will always be a growing industry. With the right communication protocols and latest integration software, smart lighting can be experienced to the fullest extent. A number of protocols are being used for lighting automation and fixtures, such as BLE, ZigBee, Z-Wave, and WiFi. Li-fi, a wireless communication technology where light is used to send data. Imagine how light has evolved and what this technology could achieve with unprecedented data and bandwidth.
