Community: Interior design

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Can I do CFL recessed lighting in a recessed closet?

We're doing a project where the client wants recesssed lighting in a walk-in closet. The electrical code requires lighting in closets to be low heat floresecents, (to prevent fires in overstuffed storage areas, presumably). And there are no good florescent-specific recenssed lights.

We proposed to do a CFL bulb in a traditional recessed housing, and the cheif and field electrical inspector can't decide if this is kosher.

YES: The CFL bulb meets the spirt and technical requirements of NEC 410.16

Asked By Aaron Lubeck` | Jun 11 09
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Vented versus unvented attic retrofit

I am considering having the fiberglass insulation removed from the attic floor and having open-cell foam sprayed in its place. Most foam installers are pushing the idea of sealing my ridge and soffit vents, spraying the underside of the roof and creating a so-called conditioned attic. This is a 2,100 square foot all brick ranch with a 6-12 roof built in 1967. We want to keep the insulation within the 2 X 6 framing as we have much of the attic floor covered with osb. We use it for some light storage.

Asked By Russell | Feb 27 10
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Lighting in a home office

What would be the preferred method of recessed lighting in a large home office? The home office is in a large bedroom (16'x15'). There are two desk areas. It is an older home and the ceiling is accessible from the attic space. The space has two good sized windows on the north elevation but is still somewhat dark during the day. I'm curious if it would be better to use LED recessed lights, low voltage, or halogen. Would the layout advice be similar for all 3, i.e. no more than 3' from wall and 4 lights for a room this size?

Asked By Karen Soorikian | Sep 17 09
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Do your clients ask for green interiors? And if not, how do you integrate sustainable strategies into your projects?

As an interior designer, I'm curious if your client's come to you asking for green projects or are you the one bringing it to the table? I'm excited to have this venue to create a community of support for interior designers. I look forward to your thoughts, questions and input!

Annette Stelmack - Interior Designers & Sustainability Consultant

Asked By Annette Stelmack, GBA Advisor | Jan 19 09