In short
How to use linear LED lighting in corridors and circulation spaces to aid wayfinding, create rhythm and keep ceilings clean.
Corridors are often an afterthought, yet they shape how people experience a building. Linear lighting turns them into clear, comfortable routes.
Lines that lead
A continuous line down the centre of a corridor naturally leads people forward. Lines can turn corners, split at junctions or change at key destinations to reinforce wayfinding.
Light the walls
Wall-mounted linear, as in Lopen Wall or Rio Wall, brightens vertical surfaces, making narrow corridors feel wider and more welcoming.
Rhythm or continuity
Continuous lines create calm and flow. Evenly spaced short sections create rhythm and can align with doors, bays or structure.
Efficiency and safety
- Presence detection with a low background level
- Integrated emergency lighting along escape routes
- Low-glare optics for long views
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What is the best lighting for corridors?
Continuous linear lighting, recessed or surface-mounted, often combined with wall lighting, gives uniform light and aids wayfinding.
Should corridor lights be on all the time?
Presence detection with a low background level saves energy while keeping corridors safe.
