What is a lighting plan?
A lighting design is a technical lighting calculation that shows how much light a room requires and how it can be distributed optimally. Lighting design goes far beyond a simple product recommendation: it determines which luminaires should be installed at which positions, what illuminance levels (lux values) are achieved in the individual areas, and whether the lighting meets the requirements of DIN EN 12464-1 for indoor workplaces.
At MeinLED lighting design is always free of charge and without obligation. Our lighting experts create your individual lighting design using DIALux or comparable lighting design software. You will then receive a clear PDF file containing the floor plan, calculated lux values for the individual areas, and a suitable product overview.
Too little light
Employees tire faster, products are not optimally presented, and safety risks arise.
Too much light
Unnecessarily high energy costs, distracting screen glare, and an unpleasant working atmosphere.
Incorrect placement
Disturbing shadows, dark corners, and uneven illumination of individual areas.
What does a lighting plan from MeinLEDinclude?
For which rooms are we creating a lighting plan?
Store lighting and showrooms
Products should be shown in their best light. We calculate the right combination of ambient and accent lighting, keeping color temperature and color rendering index (CRI) in mind.
Office lighting
Workplaces must meet the requirements of DIN EN 12464-1: generally at least 500 lux on the work surface and a UGR value of ≤ 19 to minimize disruptive glare and reflections on screens.
Storage and industrial spaces
High ceilings and diverse activities require well-thought-out lighting design for industrial and warehouse facilities. In doing so, we take into account the lighting of aisles, work areas, and the use of motion detectors.
Gastronomy
In restaurants, cafés, and hotels, atmosphere and functionality are equally important. We determine the appropriate light color and optimal dimming for each area.
Other commercial spaces
Workshops, garages, sports facilities, parking lots, schools, and care facilities – every area has different lighting requirements and is subject to specific standards. Contact us – we will be happy to advise you and develop the right lighting solution together with you.
What standards apply to commercial lighting?
In Germany, the requirements for workplace lighting are defined in the DIN EN 12464-1 standard. According to the German Workplace Ordinance (ArbStättV), employers are obliged to ensure adequate and appropriate lighting at the workplace.
| Room type | Mindest-Lux (Em) | UGR requirement | Color rendering (Ra) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office – Work surface | 500 Lux | < 19 | ‚â• 80 |
| Office – Meeting room | 500 Lux | < 19 | ‚â• 80 |
| Reception/Entrance | 300 Lux | < 22 | ‚â• 80 |
| Store РGeneral Lighting | 300 – 500 Lux | < 22 | ≥ 80 |
| Shop - Display and Accent Lighting | 750 – 1000 Lux | < 19 | ‚â• 90 |
| Warehouse – Aisle lighting | 200 Lux | < 22 | ‚â• 60 |
| Bearing — Workplace | 300 – 500 Lux | < 25 | ≥ 60 |
| Production – heavy work | 300 Lux | < 25 | ‚â• 80 |
| Production – Fine finishing | 750 – 1000 Lux | < 19 | ‚â• 80 |
| Restaurant – Dining area | 200 Lux | < 22 | ‚â• 80 |
| Kitchen (Catering) | 500 Lux | < 22 | ‚â• 80 |
| Underground parking | 75 Lux | < 22 | ‚â• 60 |
