As we spend more time indoors, the importance of lighting in the workplace has become more evident. Lighting has the power to improve employee productivity and satisfaction, and with the introduction of acoustic lighting the benefits are even greater. In this blog, we will explore how acoustic lighting can improve employee productivity and satisfaction for the workplace.
Improved Productivity
Visual discomfort, physiological and psychological strain such as anxiety, fatigue, lethargy, headaches, eyestrain, migraine, nausea, back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, poor concentration or lack of mental alertness, and daytime sleepiness among workers are primarily connected with inadequate lighting in the work place and in most cases decrease work performance and efficiency [1].
Consequently, when lighting is changed (improved), an increased performance level can be achieved [2]. Hence ‘good’ lighting can increase alertness, mood, and energy levels, which can lead to increased productivity. Therefore, the importance of adequate lighting in the work environment is a key consideration not only for the wellbeing of occupants but also for enhancing team performance.
Acoustic lighting takes the benefits of ‘good’ lighting to the next level by also improving acoustics in the workplace. Extensive research has been undertaken in this space which confirms that poor acoustics affect health and satisfaction in a negative way [3]. This is further supported by Australian Standards, namely AS2107:2016, which recommends minimising the reverberation time as far as practicable and offers recommended design sound level and reverberation times for different areas of occupancy in buildings. The intent of which is to provide guidelines for maintaining spaces with adequate acoustic performance for the wellbeing and comfort of occupants.
The acoustic materials used in Acoustic Lighting Co’s lighting fixtures absorb sound waves, subsequently reducing noise levels and reverberation, creating a more peaceful and productive work environment.
Improved Satisfaction
In addition to improving productivity, lighting can also have a significant impact on employee satisfaction. Poor lighting can make a workplace feel dreary and uninviting, which can affect employee morale. Good lighting can create a welcoming and comfortable environment that employees enjoy working in.
Summary of Benefits of Acoustic Lighting
Acoustic lighting is a relatively new concept, but it has already gained popularity in workplaces around the world. Some of the benefits of acoustic lighting for the workplace are: