Lighting in Design Q4 2019

OKHA brought in a pendant by Maxim Décor to create a sense of drama and a central focal point for the entire apartment. Because Clifton 301 overlooks the beach with wall to wall sliding doors, the sunlight plays a piv- otal role in the mood and lighting of the apartment. “Lighting is equally important for all environment types, from residential to hospitality, for the spaces to work,” notes Court. “Each of the roles these places play in a person's life contributes to the total success and happiness a person can achieve. It is im- portant that lighting is tailored to each environment’s activity, for instance, you want an even bright light in your working environment to promote consistent energy levels, whereas you want a soft intimate light in your bedroom to allow you to read while you relax for a good sleep. Lighting is a wholly psychological factor and we are largely able to manipulate our ac- tions and moods by the lighting we choose.” Court

believes that lighting operates as a powerful directive of what to focus on, how to move through a building as well as where the pause points are and what the designated activity in each space is.

PROJECTTEAM Interior design: OKHA Architects: SAOTA Design team: OKHA Creative Director, Adam Court and OKHA Project Manager, Janine Saal Photography: Niel Vosloo, Adam Letch, Peter Bruyns, Melissa de Freitas

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