An elective course for PhD, master and undergraduate-level that I teach for ASD (Architecture and Sustainable Design) pillar at Singapore University of Technology and Design. The seminar course focuses on natural and electric lighting in architectural context. Students are taught the scientific basis of light and visual perception in order to apply them to the design of two course projects: the design and construction of an electric light fixture (luminaire) and the comprehensive lighting design of a large communal gathering space with integrated electric and daylight systems. Individual activities and lectures focus on lighting measures and metrics, calibrated high dynamic range photography, daylight simulations, material properties, visual comfort / perception, electric lighting design, lighting energy consumption, scale model building and human behavior.
