Beautiful museum lighting

Versatile meaning of museum lighting

A museum is the focal point for art. Although it is located within the walls of the museum, the building itself should also be regarded as a work of art.

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In museums, the most valuable cultural artworks are to be displayed. The way the art is presented has a significant impact on your perception as a viewer.

There are many areas to illuminate:

• Outdoor area, possibly garden
• Facade
• General lighting
• Targeted staging of an exhibition: paintings, sculptures, etc.
• Stair lighting
  

Lighting of the museum building from the outside

Depending on the chosen style, the lighting should support the splendor or the modernity of the architecture.

For this purpose, outdoor spotlights that are directed at the museum walls work well, illuminating the building as if it were a work of art itself. If there are plants on the premises, it is also recommended to illuminate them from below using practical ground spotlights.

Both classic and modern outdoor wall lights also look beautiful, creating effective lighting effects and making the outdoor lighting of the museum facade something special.

Museum lighting indoors

Depending on the room or area, you can create a specific mood with the intensity and color of the light. Generally, however, a bright light is usually desired in the foyer upon first entering the building, filling the hall and leaving you in awe before the exhibitions are even visible.

Modern ceiling lighting is suitable here, specifically special pendant lights. Pendant lamps are particularly impressive in high rooms, as they attract attention and fit perfectly into the artistic ambiance. Thus, pendant lights are the optimal gallery and foyer lighting for the museum.

Light in the art exhibition

The appropriate lighting plays a key role in the presentation alongside the correct placement of the artworks, because no matter how overwhelming the art may be – without suitable lighting, you can't even recognize the true beauty.

Protection against optical radiation

The most important aspect when dealing with art, especially paintings, is protection. Not every light is suitable, and there are specific regulations that must be met to ensure that the art is not damaged.

Here, the duration and intensity of the lighting must be considered. UV and infrared radiation should be avoided as much as possible. Light-object relationship in the exhibition space

It's not just about the art being seen at all, but also about the staging of each individual artwork. Targeted lighting helps to convey the desired effect. Use LED spotlights to highlight the artworks. The adjustable spotlights allow for individual positioning and the targeted emphasis of artworks through lighting.

Museum lighting for unaltered art

When it comes to museum and exhibition lighting, exact color reproduction must be considered. In art, color is a central design element and is never chosen randomly. Just as the artist has chosen the colors, so should they be seen by you as the viewer.

The art should be able to be perceived realistically and must not be altered in color by light exposure. The museum lights we recommend are excellent for this purpose.

Ceiling lighting for basic brightness

The use of multiple light sources is always recommended. This makes particular sense in museum lighting. In addition to spotlights, modern ceiling lighting can fill the hallways with brightness without directly illuminating anything. LED ceiling lights can often be dimmed if desired in an exhibition area.

Stair lighting in the museum

Stair lighting is also indispensable in mostly multi-story buildings. On one hand, of course, for the safety of visitors. On the other hand, you must not overlook the design aspect. Step lighting combined with another light source creates a unique atmosphere and contributes to the overall artistic picture.

In a well-thought-out place like a museum, the lighting concept should not be left to chance. Accent lighting and the use of multiple light sources create a pleasant atmosphere. There are no limits to creativity in lighting.

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