Guides
Pieces that take a type of space or a topic from start to finish, with calculation examples, tables and notes from the site — all from our own projects.
- Guides
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- 1 min
- Last updated
- 10 June 2026
Restaurant & Café Lighting: The Complete Guide
A restaurant's atmosphere is built largely with light. From the right color temperature to table lighting — every step of a layout that boosts comfort and sales.
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Color Temperature Guide: 2700K or 4000K?
Warm or cool? Color temperature is one of the most decisive choices for a space's atmosphere. We explain which Kelvin value fits where, step by step.
Dimmers and Smart Control Systems
Can a single space take on different moods through the day? With dimmers and control systems, yes. From phase-cut dimming to DALI — how to choose the right system.
Store & Window Lighting: Light That Sells
In retail, light is a marketing tool. From the window that draws customers in to the display light that makes products shine — the rules of sales-driving lighting.
Lighting Calculation: The Lumen Method Step by Step
How do you professionally calculate how many fixtures a space needs? We explain the Lumen Method step by step, with the real formula and a worked example.
Layered Lighting: Ambient, Task, Accent
Good lighting doesn't come from a single source. We explain the three layers — ambient, task and accent — that make a space rich and flexible.
IP Ratings: Which IP for Which Space?
What does IP65 mean? Which fixture goes in a bathroom, which on a façade? We decode the IP rating and explain which class each space needs.
What Is CRI and Why Does It Matter?
Why do two fixtures of the same color temperature render colors differently? The answer lies in CRI. We explain what the Color Rendering Index is and why it matters.