Architectural ordonnance refers to the structure and design of a building's façade, layout, and interior spaces. It can significantly influence the lighting design of a building as it determines the type and amount of natural light that enters the building, the location and size of windows and openings, ceiling height, and room dimensions.
The size and placement of windows, for instance, play a crucial role in determining the amount and quality of natural light that enters the space. This, in turn, affects the type and intensity of artificial lighting required to complement or supplement the natural light. Similarly, the ceiling height and room dimensions can impact the lighting design by influencing the number and placement of light fixtures needed to properly illuminate the space.
Architectural ordonnance can also affect the choice of lighting fixtures and their placement in a building. For example, a building with modern, minimalist architecture may require sleek, minimalistic light fixtures that do not detract from the building's design, whereas a building with ornate architectural features may benefit from more decorative lighting fixtures that complement the building's design.
In summary, architectural ordonnance can influence the lighting design of a building by determining the amount and quality of natural light entering the building, the size and placement of windows and openings, the ceiling height and room dimensions, and the choice of lighting fixtures and their placement.
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