La luzde herramienta a lenguaje. Una nueva metodología de iluminación artificial en el proyecto arquitectónico.

Abstract

The constant development of artificial lighting throughout the twentieth century helped to develop architecture to the current situation in which a new methodology is needed for teaching the subject in architectural studies. In the constant search for new forms of representation and transmission of architectural ideas and proposals, artificial lighting provides a language capable of creating new images and new spaces with a totally innovative expression. At a time when the use of lighting is flourishing in architecture, there is a need for a profound reflection on the progress of this field in the last century. A critical analysis of the results will aid decision making by architects and architecture students, and in particular will avoid the trivialization of artificial lighting in architecture. This thesis deals with the study of artificial lighting in different fields of application such as art, light design, theoretical teaching and architectural practice. The transformation of artificial lighting from a functional tool to a formal language is the result of a long process of technological development and constant exchange of experience in various technical, artistic and cultural disciplines. The thesis aims to open the way for future studies in the field of artificial lighting in architecture that will help to train future professionals who are sensitive to artificial lighting and have the technical and creative ability to use their knowledge in their own work and achievements. Just as the different architectural styles have standard names to define their specific qualities and characteristics, the study of the formal language of architecture should incorporate a specific characterization of artificial lighting. The thesis makes a profound study of light design and proposes a classification based on the effects produced in space. It also examines the linguistic definition and architectural conceptualization of artificial lighting systems and analyses in depth the methodological techniques of representation of lighting effects, based on knowledge of the qualities and peculiarities of artificial light. Finally, it initiates the study of lighting dynamics and perception, indicating the current possibilities as a starting point for future research. I believe that this thesis addresses the challenge of involving the discipline of artificial lighting technology in architectural design, including compositional, formal and creative aspects but without neglecting the scientific and technological knowledge implicit in artificial lighting.