| Open-Plan Office | Reduce eye strain and provide even task lighting for computer-based work. | 300–500 lux on the working plane | 3500–4000 K | CRI 80 or higher | Low-glare, edge-lit or back-lit panels with a diffused lens and uniform light distribution. | Usually 1.2–2.4 m between panels, depending on mounting height and output. | Use occupancy sensors, daylight dimming near windows, and separate switching zones. |
| Meeting and Conference Room | Support presentations, discussion, video calls, and comfortable facial visibility. | 300–500 lux | 3000–4000 K | CRI 80 or higher | Dimmable panels with low flicker and controlled glare to reduce reflections on screens. | Arrange panels outside the main screen reflection path where possible. | Install scene controls for meetings, presentations, cleaning, and video conferencing. |
| Retail Sales Floor | Make products easy to identify while maintaining a visually attractive shopping environment. | 500–750 lux | 3000–4000 K | CRI 90 or higher for merchandise presentation | High-uniformity panels for general lighting, supplemented by adjustable accent lighting. | Coordinate panel layout with shelving, display cases, aisles, and customer circulation. | Use independent zones so displays, aisles, and checkout areas can be controlled separately. |
| Reception and Lobby | Create a welcoming first impression while providing clear visibility at the front desk. | 200–300 lux for general areas; up to 500 lux at desks | 2700–3500 K | CRI 80 or higher | Soft, diffused panels with a comfortable appearance and minimal visible glare. | Place panels to avoid harsh reflections on reception counters and glossy surfaces. | Combine general panels with decorative or accent lighting where required by the interior design. |
| Classroom or Training Room | Provide balanced illumination for reading, writing, presentations, and interaction. | 300–500 lux | 3500–5000 K | CRI 80 or higher | Low-glare, dimmable panels with good uniformity and low flicker. | Align rows of panels with desks and avoid placing bright sources directly in front of projection screens. | Include separate controls for teaching areas, presentation walls, and circulation paths. |
| Healthcare Administrative Area | Support accurate paperwork, comfortable patient interaction, and a clean visual environment. | 300–500 lux; higher levels may be needed for detailed tasks | 3500–4000 K | CRI 90 or higher where color recognition is important | Sealed, easy-to-clean panels with low glare, low flicker, and consistent color quality. | Use an even grid layout and avoid strong contrast between workstations and circulation areas. | Confirm infection-control, cleaning, emergency-lighting, and local electrical requirements before installation. |
| Warehouse and Storage Area | Improve aisle visibility, picking accuracy, and employee safety while limiting energy use. | 150–300 lux; select higher levels for detailed picking tasks | 4000–5000 K | CRI 70 or higher; CRI 80 preferred for product identification | High-output, durable panels or industrial luminaires suitable for dust, temperature, and mounting conditions. | Base the layout on rack height, aisle width, mounting height, and obstruction levels. | Use occupancy or motion sensors in low-traffic aisles and verify emergency egress lighting separately. |
| Manufacturing and Assembly Area | Support safe movement, quality inspection, and accurate assembly work. | 300–750 lux, depending on task detail | 4000–5000 K | CRI 80 or higher; CRI 90 for color-critical inspection | Impact-resistant, low-flicker fixtures with appropriate ingress protection for the environment. | Position fixtures to minimize shadows from machinery, operators, and overhead structures. | Assess heat, dust, moisture, vibration, hazardous-area classification, and maintenance access. |
| Restaurant or Café | Balance food presentation, customer comfort, staff visibility, and atmosphere. | 100–300 lux for dining; 300–500 lux for service areas | 2700–3500 K | CRI 80 or higher; CRI 90 preferred for food presentation | Dimmable panels with warm, comfortable light and sealed surfaces in areas exposed to grease or moisture. | Coordinate panel locations with tables, counters, kitchen equipment, and decorative lighting. | Use separate circuits for dining, bar, kitchen, storage, cleaning, and late-night operation. |
| Fitness and Wellness Facility | Provide energetic, safe, and visually comfortable lighting for exercise and movement. | 300–500 lux | 3500–5000 K | CRI 80 or higher | Low-flicker, glare-controlled panels with secure mounting and suitable moisture resistance. | Maintain consistent illumination across equipment zones and avoid glare in mirrors. | Consider dimming scenes, occupancy control, humidity, cleaning chemicals, and ceiling vibration. |
