Lighting control for Corridors and Staircases
Top challenges when designing lighting for corridors and staircases
Occupancy Linking
Keeping corridor lights on for safety when nearby rooms or areas are occupied.
Emergency Compliance
Ensuring corridors function as safe exit routes at all times, especially during emergencies.
Adaptive Efficiency
Balancing energy efficiency with occupant comfort as movement patterns change throughout the day.
- Use ‘corridor hold’ functionality to avoid sudden darkness while adjacent classrooms and auditoriums are occupied. This creates a safer, more comfortable user experience.
- Follow lighting standards to provide appropriate levels of light for transition areas and emergency evacuation routes.
- Automate emergency lighting testing and reporting to help minimise human error and time on-site.
- Self-learning features can help to improve system efficiency and user comfort over time, activating the lighting along the circulation areas (corridor, staircases) and in nearby zones ahead of movement.
Configuring your corridor lighting control system
While lighting controls on campus can be configured using wired, wireless or hybrid solutions depending on specific needs and the lighting infrastructure, we will focus on presenting the wireless solution for the circulation areas.
Why choose a wireless system design?
Minimal complexity for renovations
Wireless systems are easy to install and configure via mobile app. Because no wiring is needed, they are an ideal choice for renovation projects.
Self-learning for better comfort and efficiency
Intelligent wireless systems can learn from real usage patterns to improve their performance, helping to save energy and improve the lighting experience.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should corridor lighting use sensors, and how can sudden darkness be avoided?
Using occupancy detection sensors is the best practice for improving energy efficiency and user experience in corridors. To avoid sudden darkness, use delay-off functions or smart fade-outs that dim the lighting after the sensor no longer detects a user.
What is the recommended lighting strategy for corridor lighting in modern education spaces?
Corridor lighting should be safe, comfortable and efficient. When in use, ensure there is enough light for face visibility and orientation. Refer to EN 12464 for recommendations on illuminance levels, and consider features such as corridor hold for an improved user experience.
Can corridor lighting be dimmed or switched off when the space is empty, without compromising on safety and comfort?
The lighting can be dimmed or switched off when the corridor is not in use, as long as transitions are smooth. However, if users are occupying an adjacent room, switching off the corridor lighting may cause discomfort.
How do emergency lighting requirements influence the lighting control strategy?
Corridors and staircases are often part of emergency egress routes, so dedicated emergency luminaires must remain functional during power loss. Automated testing and monitoring can help with compliance and minimise human error during manual checks.