DESIGN ONE · HUMAN CENTRIC LIGHTING
Human-centric lighting– light for your daily rhythm
Getting ready in the morning, working during the day, unwinding in the evening. Design ONE plans human-centric lighting around your space and your daily routine, coordinating light levels, light distribution, tunable white light and intelligent control.
We create lighting solutions for homes, offices and hotels, from luminaire selection to bespoke design.
Light that changes with your day.
LIGHTING DESIGNED AROUND PEOPLE
What is human-centric lighting?
Human-centric lighting (HCL) is a design approach that considers visual needs, daily routines and the non-visual effects of light. The aim is the right light at the right time: suitable illumination for daytime activities, followed by a more subdued lighting environment in the evening.
Light and circadian rhythm
Light is an important timing signal for the body’s internal clock. Circadian lighting design therefore considers the time of day and the light reaching the eyes; its effects cannot be described by colour temperature alone.
Tunable white LEDs – adjustable white light
Tunable white technology allows the colour temperature of white light to change. Within an HCL concept, we plan this together with light levels, light distribution and timing.
Daylight and artificial lighting
We assess window orientation, shading and how each room is used. Artificial lighting is designed to complement the available daylight.
MORNING · DAYTIME · EVENING · NIGHT
Lighting that follows the time of day
One fixed lighting setting rarely suits every activity. We adapt lighting scenes to the use of each room and your daily routine, with gentle transitions and straightforward manual control.
Morning: a gradual start
Lighting can switch on gradually, then move to the levels needed for your morning routine. We tailor the settings to your wake-up time and the available daylight.
Daytime: light for the task
Work surfaces and the surrounding space receive coordinated illumination. Artificial light can adjust to the task and outdoor light conditions, supplementing daylight where needed.
Evening: a softer atmosphere
Lower light levels, warmer white tones and focused local lighting shape the evening environment. Suitable task lighting remains available for reading or other activities.
Night: discreet guidance
Where needed, low-level pathway lighting helps you move around at night. The aim is to preserve a dark environment for sleep.
LIGHTING FOR YOUR HOME
Human-centric lighting at home
We design lighting for apartments and houses around the people who live in them. Dining together, working from home and relaxing in the evening call for different light, coordinated through separately controllable lighting layers.
Living and dining spaces
We combine ambient lighting with local reading light, illumination over the dining table and subtle accent lighting. Scenes can be changed easily to suit different activities.
Bedrooms and movement at night
Lighting for dressing, bedside reading and night-time guidance is planned separately. The bedroom lighting can become more subdued as part of your bedtime routine.
Home workspaces
We assess the lighting around the desk, screen and surrounding surfaces together. Local task lighting can remain available for evening work while the rest of the home moves to lower light levels.
WORKPLACES AND HOSPITALITY
HCL lighting for offices and hotels
We tailor lighting in commercial spaces to daily use and building operation. Human-centric lighting is planned alongside visual tasks, visual comfort and energy use.
Offices and meeting rooms
Desks, screens and background surfaces receive coordinated light. Dimming, daylight and glare reduction are considered from the layout planning stage.
Hotel rooms and shared spaces
We design separate scenes for arrival, reading and evening relaxation. Guests have simple controls, while the lighting can be adapted to occupancy and how the space is used.
MOIRA · FORM · MATERIAL · LIGHT
Bespoke designer lighting for HCL
Lighting that follows the day can be integrated into luminaires that suit the character of the space. Design ONE develops the form, materials, light and controls together, bringing bespoke design and the lighting concept into one coherent solution.
MOIRA luminaires tailored to the space
Size, suspension and finish are selected for the interior. The character of bronze, glass and crystal is coordinated with the intended lighting effect.
Colour rendering and light distribution
When selecting LED modules, we consider colour rendering and light distribution alongside light output. The aim is to reveal the materials in the space clearly and reduce unnecessary glare.
Dimming and LED electronics
Tunable white light and dimming are implemented with electronics selected for the luminaire and control system. Control performance needs to be checked across the intended operating range.
DALI · KNX · LOXONE · DMX
Smart lighting control: DALI, KNX and Loxone
Automatic scenes and intuitive controls make human-centric lighting easy to use. The system can respond to the time of day, occupancy and changing daylight, while allowing manual adjustments.
Automatic scenes and manual control
Planned scenes guide everyday operation. If more light is needed for reading or work, you can adjust it using a switch or a suitable app.
Technology selected for the luminaire
In a DALI tunable white solution, suitable DT8(Tc) devices control the colour temperature of white light. For lighting integrated with KNX or Loxone, and for DMX control, we check the required interfaces and compatibility for each project.
Lighting and shading working together
Daylight, shading and artificial lighting can work together. Apple Home / HomeKit control can be added through a suitable gateway and compatible devices; the available functions depend on the specific system.
FROM CONCEPT TO FINE-TUNING
Our human-centric lighting design process
We develop the lighting concept alongside the architectural and electrical plans. The scope of work and level of documentation are agreed at the start of the project.
1. Understanding your space and routine
We assess the space, daylight, daily use and any existing controls. We also discuss the intended schedule and budget.
2. Lighting and control concept
We define lighting layers, luminaire positions and daily scenes. Calculations, visualisations and technical documentation can be prepared as part of the agreed scope.
3. Luminaires and system selection
We coordinate light sources, LED electronics and controls. Where needed, we design a bespoke luminaire and agree the technical requirements for installation.
4. Commissioning and fine-tuning
Within the agreed scope, we configure lighting scenes and check control operation. Settings are refined around actual use and observations in the finished space.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Human-centric lighting FAQs
Is HCL the same as changing colour temperature?
Tunable white technology changes the shade of white light. Human-centric lighting also considers light levels, timing, light distribution, daylight and how the space is used.
Can human-centric lighting improve sleep?
Appropriately timed daylight and reduced evening light exposure may support the natural sleep–wake rhythm. The effect also depends on individual habits and actual light conditions; a luminaire or lighting system alone does not guarantee better sleep.
Can HCL be added to an existing home?
Some improvements may be possible without a full renovation, but the options depend on the existing wiring, light sources and controls. These need to be assessed first.
How much does human-centric lighting cost?
Cost depends on the number of rooms, luminaires, adjustable LED technology, controls and programming. Design and implementation are quoted separately against a project-specific technical scope.
Is HCL lighting energy-efficient?
Occupancy and daylight sensing, together with dimming when appropriate, can reduce unnecessary operation. Savings depend on the system and how it is used; HCL does not automatically deliver energy savings.
Is human-centric lighting only for modern interiors?
Light sources and controls can be selected independently of a luminaire’s style. A suitable solution can be designed for classic or contemporary spaces, subject to the technical capabilities of the chosen luminaires.
DESIGNED AROUND YOUR EVERYDAY LIFE
Human-centric lighting for your project
Share a floor plan, photographs and the daily use of each room. For an office or hotel, include working hours, guest routines and any existing lighting or building automation specifications. We use this brief to discuss daylight, task lighting, evening scenes and the practical limits of the installation. The proposed design scope can cover lighting calculations, luminaire positions, a control concept and technical coordination, as agreed for your project.
Design ONE plans the light, luminaires and controls together, in line with the project’s technical requirements and budget.
Personally for you. Designed around the rhythm of everyday life.