What is a lighting plan
A lighting plan is a technical calculation that indicates how much light a space needs and how that light can best be distributed. It goes beyond product advice: a lighting plan precisely specifies which fixtures are placed in which positions, what the lux values per zone are, and whether the installation complies with the NEN-EN 12464-1 standard for workplace lighting.
At LedLoket , a lighting plan is always free and without obligation. Our lighting consultants draw it up in Dialux or a comparable calculation program and deliver it as a PDF including a floor plan, lux values per zone, and a product overview.
Too little light
Employees get tired, products don't turn out well, safety risks arise
Too much light
Unnecessary energy costs, screen glare, unpleasant working atmosphere
Incorrect placement
Shadow formation, dark corners, imbalance between zones
What is included in a lighting plan from LedLoket?
For which rooms do we create a lighting plan?
Retail lighting and showrooms
Products must look their best. We calculate the right combination of ambient and accent lighting, paying attention to colour temperature and colour rendering index (CRI).
Office lighting
Workplaces must comply with NEN-EN 12464-1: a minimum of 500 lux on the work surface and a UGR ≤ 19 to prevent reflection on computer screens.
Warehouses and industrial spaces
High ceilings and varying activities require a well-thought-out high bay plan. We take aisle lighting, work zones, and motion sensors into account.
Catering establishments
In restaurants, cafés, and hotels, atmosphere is just as important as functionality. We calculate the correct light color and dimming curve per zone.
Other commercial spaces
Workshops, garages, sports facilities, parking lots, schools, and healthcare institutions — every space has different standards and requirements. Get in touch and we will gladly help you brainstorm.
What are the standards for commercial lighting?
In the Netherlands, the lighting requirements for workspaces are laid down in the NEN-EN 12464-1 standard. Under the Working Conditions Act, employers are obliged to provide adequate and high-quality lighting in the workplace.
| Room type | Minimum lux (Em) | UGR requirement | Color rendering (Ra) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office — desktop | 500 lux | < 19 | ≥ 80 |
| Office — meeting room | 500 lux | < 19 | ≥ 80 |
| Recepción/entrada | 300 lux | < 22 | ≥ 80 |
| Shop — general | 300 - 500 lux | < 22 | ≥ 80 |
| Shop — storefront/accent | 750 - 1000 lux | < 19 | ≥ 90 |
| Warehouse — Aisle | 200 lux | < 22 | ≥ 60 |
| Warehouse — workstation | 300 - 500 lux | < 25 | ≥ 60 |
| Production — heavy-duty work | 300 lux | < 25 | ≥ 80 |
| Production — fine work | 750 - 1000 lux | < 19 | ≥ 80 |
| Restaurant — Function room | 200 lux | < 22 | ≥ 80 |
| Kitchen (hospitality) | 500 lux | < 22 | ≥ 80 |
| Parking garage | 75 lux | < 22 | ≥ 60 |
