Research
Our approaches to research include experimental study with users either in a controlled laboratory setting or field studies for both interior and exterior applications
Smart/Adaptive Lighting
We mainly carry out field surveys and experimental studies in a controlled setting, then find suitable locations for field demonstration so that the systems could be evaluated by real users. For developing prototypes, we collaborate with an industry partner who are interested in creating innovation together.
Related Research
- Colour Properties of Two White LED Technologies and the Quality of Exterior Lighting
Urban Lighting
Participatory Active Research (PAR) through field studies (observations, interviews and light measurements) with real users (residents, local authorities and visitors of the area) are used. Subsequently, with collaborations with local authorities such as the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) and industry partners, we would test the proposed lighting schemes through mock-ups. However, as full scale lighting mock ups for certain areas such as historical sites are difficult to get approval and can be costly, we are investigating the use of Virtual Reality as an innovative tool for urban lighting research.
Light and Health
For the biological impact of light on health and well-being, we focus on workplace lighting and lighting for the elderly. We employ knowledge and prototype developed in the task-ambient lighting research in 2018 with new lighting design for a head quarter of a medical school & research centre. We also collaborate with elder care and hospitals using evidence-based lighting design to evaluate overall well-being of the patients.
Related Research
- Task-Ambient Lighting Technique for Energy Efficiency in Office Buildings in Thailand
- Impact of Light Exposure on the Elderly Sleep Quality
Research Application
- Lighting design for elderly patients – Paolo Hospital
- LRIC’s demonstration room