Lighting The Way

摘要

All these projects, each visually striking, illustrate the potential of fabric used in conjunction with electric lighting -whether in interior or exterior applications. As Schwendinger notes, "light provides orientation, produces atmospheres, enhances and creates visual textures and underscores the lyricism of time." Yet, "light must be integrated with materials to affect space," the interrelation of space, material and light are critical. The wealth of fabric weaves, opacity, transparency, and other characteristics makes it an ideal medium with which to explore, mold and shape electric light. Todd Willmert is a contributing editor of Fabric Architecture who specializes in writing about architectural technology and design.