In a dental practice, lighting performs a variety of tasks. At reception, it should provide orientation, guide people along the corridors, and create good visibility for precise work in the treatment rooms. Lighting must respond to the specific use of each space while also forming part of the architectural design.
The interior architecture of Dr. Schaltenberg’s dental practice in Meschede is characterized by light-colored walls, white built-in elements, and warm wood floors. The black luminaire profiles create a striking contrast. Their lines and geometric forms structure the ceilings and give the understated interiors a distinct character.
This is particularly evident at reception. Here, Liquid Line PX follows a flowing path above the counter. Its straight and curved sections respond to the spatial conditions, wrap around a column, and continue toward the corridor. The result is a continuous line of light that emphasizes the reception area while guiding the way through the practice.
Liquid Line PX also adapts to different lighting requirements. While opal diffusers provide uniform general lighting, Lens Louvre inserts are used above the work areas. Their precise light distribution enables targeted illumination in accordance with relevant standards. All luminaires also feature an indirect lighting component that gently brightens the ceilings and contributes to uniform ambient illumination.
Liquid Line PX is also used in one of the treatment rooms, although in a different configuration. Here, the black luminaire profile forms a U-shape above the treatment area. Its clear geometry gives the room a distinct structure. The luminaire is equipped with Lens Louvre inserts for particularly low-glare lighting. These direct the light precisely and reduce direct glare. This is especially important for patients looking up at the ceiling while reclining during treatment. The indirect lighting component also provides gentle ambient illumination.
Another treatment room presents a different solution with Caleo PX. The luminaire forms a rectangular frame with rounded corners on the ceiling. Here too, Lens Louvre inserts combine precise light distribution with high visual comfort. The indirect lighting illuminates the ceiling evenly and creates a pleasant sense of brightness. In this way, the lighting requirements of the treatment area are balanced with the needs of patients.
The practice in Meschede demonstrates how different requirements can be addressed through a consistent design approach. Sometimes the lighting follows the layout of the space; elsewhere, it defines a clearly structured area. Throughout, the black profiles remain a recognizable recurring element, creating a visual connection between the different rooms.
