[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/5″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/5″][vc_column_text]So, you’re amping up your working environment. Whether in a home office or shared space, the colour temperature of light can significantly impact the overall feel and atmosphere.

Colour temperature measures in units of Kelvin (K); it refers to the warmth or coolness of a particular light source. Like a high-quality ergonomic desk, the right colour temperature can help improve productivity, mood and overall well-being in an office environment.

So, what’s the magic number? Sadly, colour temperature isn’t that simple.[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”2851″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1677082518269{margin-top: 20px !important;}”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/5″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row row_bg_color=”grey-bg”][vc_column width=”1/5″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/5″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1676561177725{margin-bottom: 15px !important;}”]

Purpose

First and foremost, determine the purpose of the room in question. Different colour temperatures create various effects on human action. Typically, warmer light leads to relaxation – ideal for waiting rooms, kitchens and relaxed areas. On the other hand, colder light improves perception and engagement – great for short bursts of productivity, such as in meeting rooms.

There is a limit to either end of the spectrum, and you’ll be pleased to know there’s a middle ground where your office comes in.[/vc_column_text][moocow_photo_gallery photos=”%5B%7B%22pic%22%3A%222874%22%2C%22size%22%3A%22half%22%2C%22caption%22%3A%22Cold%20light%22%7D%2C%7B%22pic%22%3A%222876%22%2C%22size%22%3A%22half%22%2C%22caption%22%3A%22Warm%20light%22%7D%5D”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/5″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/5″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/5″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1677082222307{margin-bottom: 15px !important;}”]

Options

What is the aesthetic of your office? What tones pre-exist? Your middle-grounded colour temperature should compliment these tones, not contrast. If you’re creating an environment from scratch, you have an opportunity to harmonise your interior with the outside world: install human-centric lighting. This mimics the sun, reinforcing our circadian rhythms and allowing for better feelings, performance and sleep. However, by implementing such a system, you should factor in the rest of your colour palette for adjustment to cold and warm lighting.

If you had to pick a static light for your office environment: keep the colour temperature between 4000K and 5000K. Fine-tuning comes down to the colouring of your walls, carpet and furniture. The most commonly picked colour temperature is 4500K – neutral for most.[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”2872″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/5″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row row_bg_color=”grey-bg”][vc_column width=”1/5″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/5″][vc_column_text]

Take it from us

For nearly 50 years, SBFI has been specialising in working environments. There’s not much we haven’t done: any finish, texture or shape. However, the overall ‘feel’ changes drastically depending on the quality and temperature of light. It’s the icing on the cake.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/5″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][moocow_blog_summary posts_to_show=”6″][/vc_column][/vc_row]