DOC-ID: CL-FLD-001REV: BDATE: 2026-07-21

Common Lantern Lighting

Residential lighting specs for Malmö homes

01 — Purpose

CL-FLD-001 records site-specific observations from residential lighting surveys across Malmö. These notes inform parameter choices in LUX-01 through LUX-05 and are updated as building stock and renovation patterns evolve.

02 — District Comparison

ParameterVästra HamnenRibersborgCentral Malmö
Typical building era2005–20201920–19451890–1930
Ceiling height2.70–3.00 m2.55–2.70 m2.80–3.20 m
Primary daylightÖresund south/west exposureEast/west street frontageNorth courtyard or south street
Ceiling constructionPrefab concrete, shallow voidPlaster over concrete, cornicesDecorative plaster, high void
Typical floor area65–120 m²55–85 m²45–75 m²
Common renovationOpen-plan kitchen/livingBathroom + kitchen updateFull gut with preserved details

03 — Västra Hamnen Notes

Waterfront units in Dockan, Flagship, and nearby blocks receive significant reflected light from the Öresund, particularly March through September. South-facing living rooms can exceed 2 000 lx at midday without shading. Artificial ambient layers should be specified at lower lumen density (600–900 lm per 20 m²) with strong dimming capability.

Balcony glazing is often floor-to-ceiling. Interior/exterior transition at balcony doors requires attention in LUX-03 — avoid placing bright downlights directly in the sightline from the balcony entry. Many units include exterior downlights on balcony soffits; coordinate CCT with interior (2700–3000 K match).

BRF styrordning in several Västra Hamnen associations restricts visible wiring modifications in common areas. Entry PIR sensors must be installed within the apartment door threshold, not in shared corridor ceiling.

04 — Ribersborg Notes

Ribersborg flats along Kavallerigatan, Mariedalsvägen, and Lönngatan retain original ceiling roses and coved cornices. Recessed downlights are often rejected by homeowners and BRF aesthetic guidelines. Surface-mounted discs, track heads on ceiling roses, and cove uplighting are standard approaches.

Bathroom sizes are typically 3.5–5 m² with original tile and no ventilation duct space for large recessed housings. Surface IP44 fixtures and mirror sidelights per LUX-02 are preferred. Ceiling height in bathrooms may drop to 2.40 m after floor build-up — verify at survey.

Kitchen renovations frequently expose original brick behind removed cabinetry. Under-cabinet LED strips should use warm white (2700 K) to complement brick tones rather than 4000 K cool white common in commercial kitchen specs.

05 — Seasonal Daylight

ParameterValueNotes
Latitude55.6° NMalmö — significant seasonal variation
December daylight hours≈ 7 hArtificial lighting dominant 16:00–08:00
June daylight hours≈ 17 hEvening ambient often unnecessary before 21:00
Design implicationDimming essentialScene presets in LUX-04 must span 5%–100% range

06 — Cross-References

Parameter targets derived from these notes: LUX-01, LUX-03, LUX-05. Fee context for district surveys: CL-PRC-002.