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Luminaires are lighting fixtures that are designed to provide artificial illumination in indoor and outdoor spaces. They are used in a variety of settings, including residential, commercial, and industrial applications. Luminaires come in a wide range of styles, sizes, and shapes, and are made from a variety of materials, including metal, glass, plastic, and fabric. The primary function of luminaires is to provide illumination, but they also serve an important aesthetic function. They can be used to enhance the look and feel of a space, and can be designed to complement the decor and architecture of a building. Luminaires can be used to create a variety of lighting effects, from soft, ambient lighting to bright, focused task lighting. There are many different types of luminaires available, each designed for a specific purpose. Some common types of luminaires include ceiling fixtures, wall sconces, table lamps, floor lamps, and outdoor lighting fixtures. Each type of luminaire is designed to provide a specific type of lighting, and can be customized to meet the needs of a particular space. Luminaires are an essential part of modern lighting design, and are used in a wide range of applications. They are used to provide illumination in homes, offices, schools, hospitals, and other public spaces. They are also used in outdoor settings, such as parks, streets, and parking lots, to provide safety and security lighting.

lighting, fixtures, illumination, aesthetic, architecture

James Hall

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