An Interesting Observation

Have you ever noticed the different colourations of lights in apartment buildings at night?

It is something we as designers have no control over, as we can only design the fixtures and fittings but ultimately it is in the hands of the inhabitant to choose the light bulb. And I have observed that this choice gives an identity and uniqueness to each building.

So much can be gleaned by this one observation about the inhabitants of each apartment block. Some units are glowing in cool, flourenscent blues, whilst others look cosy and inviting in warm yellows and oranges.

If you were an expert on lighting and up to date with what is available on the market, one could even deduce the more energy efficient households and the environmentally conscience inhabitants. From this observation, one could even determine an economic strata across the building or even compare mulitple.

Even the lack of lights or presence of christmas and party lights speaks volumes about the occupants, and therefore the character of the building.

So when you're out and about at night, take a moment to observe the buildings around you and ask yourself:

"What do my lights say about me?"

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