tambient, a division of The Lighting Quotient, manufactures a step forward in task ambient lighting, with a solution that provides downlight (task) and uplight (ambient) from a single lamp. This eliminates the need for both task lights and ceiling luminaires, resulting in an unequalled sense of spaciousness.

Unlike suspended indirect lighting systems, which can cause excessive ceiling brightness that reflects on computer screens, tambient’s furniture-mounted units spread light smoothly across the ceiling, balancing the brightness of the ceiling with the workstation. Furthermore, tambient eliminates clutter and increases the distance between the luminaires and the ceiling, improving brightness ratios and reducing the number of luminaires required to efficiently light a space.

Productivity

Balanced luminance ratios, appropriate luminance hierarchies, reduced clutter and precise glare controls contribute to visual comfort and increased productivity. When workstation surfaces are brighter than their surrounds, occupants are drawn to their work and experience fewer distractions.

Design Flexibility

tambient is designed to integrate with any "open plan" furniture systems, so no matter what furniture system is in place, the lighting is compatible. tambient can accommodate offices with high or low ceilings, and workstations with tambient reconfigure easily without compromising lighting quality or the feeling of spaciousness.

Controls

The tambient control hub is a plug-and-play device that mounts under open plan workstations and communicates wirelessly with self-powered photo and occupancy sensors. The system integrates daylight response, personal dimming and occupancy control to maximize energy savings.

Energy Savings

In addition to increased productivity and flexibility, tambient provides reduced energy loads, well below current energy codes, making it one of the most energy efficient open office lighting systems on the market. Lower lighting loads also lead to lower air conditioning costs.

Tax Benefits

Beyond energy savings, tambient’s furniture-integrated luminaires also qualify for accelerated depreciation, meaning that owners can write off the entire cost of the lighting system in seven years (furnishings) instead of 39 years (building). Furthermore, tambient lighting helps building owners qualify for maximum income tax deductions under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.