Lighting And Illumination Through The Years

 

Toronto during the 2013 Earth Hour

Somethings are beautiful at night and somethings are greatly appreciated because their beauty can only be seen at night. Have you ever wondered what it would be like if light was not created? Have you ever thought what it would be like to spend the night without the guiding light of the stars and the moon or the day without the sun? It would be totally scary. I am not sure then if we need our eyes if that happens. But thankfully, we are brought into this world where light is present during the day and especially during the night. It is not just there for our appreciation but to serve as our guide and security.

Rio Azul

Our history tells us that it was not Thomas Edison who invented the first electric light but Sir Joseph Joseph Swan, a British physicist and chemist who who invented the first incandescent light bulb which was patented on November 27, 1980. However, it was Thomas Alva Edison, American inventor and businessman, who invented the first commercially practical incandescent light. Several years later, government here and abroad issued a ban in producing and importing the incandescent light bulbs mainly because of its energy consumption. It was replaced by a more environmental friendly and cost efficient bulbs like halogen lamps, compact florescent lamps or CFL and Light Emitting Diode which is popularly known as LED.

But for me, even if we will still using be using candles or torches, I am fine as long as we do not live in the dark. But then again, I am glad that we have inventors and lighting designers who made a way of improving the traditional lights that we have. I am not sure if we are able to enjoy a night stroll in the park or our streets without the gooseneck lights or pole lights illuminating our way. Sure, the candles and/or torches paving our way will look romantic but I am only on special occasions which calls for it.

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Security That Dependable Vintage Lamp Can Offer

 

Last March 15, 2013, what ought to be a happy celebration of unity and friendship of the annual Boston Marathon turned out to be a day of tragic loss and fear. Prior to this sad incident, there were other reports of violence and crimes that left us shaken just like what happened to the innocent children and teachers in Sandy. Why is this happening? What have we done to deserve this? What triggered the perpetrator to act inhuman? Are the usual questions that we often ask ourselves. But violence is not justifiable. Even if we are given the answers to these questions, it won't change the fact that the lives of the innocent victims can never be restored.

After these tragic incidents, security alerts have increased here and abroad to ensure the safety of everyone. We often complain about the rigid security inspection done in the airports, commercial establishments and government offices. Well, sometimes it is an overkill. But they are only doing it to protect us. They are only doing their job to ensure that no one will get hurt by being lax in their job. I am sure that everyone will agree that it is better to be safe than sorry.

We have no assurance that these tragedy will not happen again. Criminals will always find away to cause harm. And we have nothing to protect us but prayers. So is the government really pushing the gun rights? If it is approved, are we assured that these will never happen again. Although it makes sense that while the criminals are equipped with deadly weapons, we have nothing to defend ourselves and the people we want to protect. But does it make things right? I remember when I was a lot younger, I cannot sleep with the lights out because I fear that some monsters will take me away and kill me. So my mom always make sure that our dependable vintage lamp is always on because I feel secure and protected when it is on. I hope that the security problem we are facing right now is as easy as this. Whatever the government decides let us just hope that their decision is based on good judgment and the betterment of all.

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Importance of Light Fixtures in Home and Business Application

 

Light plays a great role in our day to day existence. Without it, we will be living in a pitch black world which do not requires eyes to see - It is unimaginable. We should be thankful that mother nature has provide us with everything we need which includes the sun to light our day and the stars and moon to light our night.

Light is not just around to light our path or guide us where we want to go. Over the years, we we were able to maximize its use. Presently, light is used for commercial purposes. Business owners use it to highlight or showcase their top of the line products. While others use it for security reasons. Lighting fixtures such as the gooseneck lighting are also popular in the industrial, and agricultural sectors. 

Some people use light for aesthetic purposes and for architectural needs. In fact manufacturers of these fixtures are more focused on home and business improvement like the Architect Design Lighting. Through technological advancement they offer sophisticated gooseneck lights are functional and stylistic at the same time. Light fixtures There are also several building structures such as bridges, and skyscrapers which are made more attractive and alive during the night because of the different decorative lighting or special-purpose lights such as Christmas lights fused to create an amazing art of light. Parks and gardens are not only attractive during the day but also at night because of the artistically designed lighting fixtures. Moreover, light is also use guide motorist at night to avoid road accidents which often results to a loss of life.

However, in spite of lighting innovations and breakthrough, some of us still prefers nature's display of lights. If you have not done it yet, you can try stargazing. It is one of nature's cheap treats for everyone and for some reason it brings peace and joy to anyone who experience it. Some also enjoy watching the sun as it sets, leaving a promise that it will rise again tomorrow and bringing hope for everyone. (credit goes to the photographer/s)

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