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How long does it take to get a plan?
1-2 for indoor and 2-3 days for outdoor projects
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What is Sports Lighting Design?
Commercial lighting design is creating a plan for commercial lighting in indoor and outdoor spaces. The design models the physical space of the commercial area. The lighting designers add lights within the model to create a lighting design report. It indicates how the space would look once you convert to our lighting and will indicate brightness (measured in foot candles) and light distribution.
What are the Recommended Sports Lighting Standards?
Sports lighting levels and standards are somewhat particular to the specific sport being played. For example, the lighting level needed for a baseball field is going to be different than what is needed for a tennis court. Further, indoor sports lighting standards will also differ from a similar but outdoor facility.
What are the Recommended Foot Candles for Baseball and Softball Fields?
Outfield (FCs) | Infield (FCs) | Outfield FCs (Max/Min) | Infield FCs (Max/Min) | |
Collegiate (Televised) | 70 | 100 | 2.5 | 2 |
Collegiate Field Lighting | 50 | 70 | 2.5 | 2 |
High School Field Lighting | 30 | 50 | 2.5 | 2 |
Little League Baseball Field Lighting | 30 | 50 | 2.5 | 2 |
Recreational Field Lighting | 20 | 30 | 2.5 | 2 |
What are the Recommended Foot Candles for Soccer Fields?
Level of Play | Foot Candles |
Recreational | 5-20 |
Middle School | 20-30 |
Small High School | 20-40 |
Larger High School | 40-50 |
College | 60-120 |
What are the Recommended Foot Candles for Tennis Courts?
Level of Play | Foot Candles |
Recreational | 20–35 |
Club Level | 30–60 |
Competition | 50–80 |
College / NCAA | 60-120 |
What are the Recommended Foot Candles for Horse Arenas and Riding Arenas?
Level of Play | Foot Candles |
Outdoor Arena (Recreational) | 5-10 |
Outdoor Arena (Mid-Level) | 10-20 |
Outdoor Arena (Professional Level) | 20-50 |
Indoor Arena (Recreation) | 10-20 |
Indoor Arena (Professional) | 20-40 |
What is the Difference Between a Lighting Design Calculator and a Lighting Plan?
Use a calculator if:
- You are looking for a free, online tool to quickly calculate the number of fixtures you need
- You want quick, simple, and immediate results
- You are looking for a count of light fixtures needed based on a specific budget
- You need a rough estimate on quantity and layout/configuration does not matter
- There is no need to include specific light balance and shadows in your documentation
Use a lighting plan layout if:
- You would like a professional lighting plan engineer to review your requirements
- You need a calculated lighting plan that shows foot candle readings
- You need to see how balanced the light levels are, and you care about reducing shadows
- You want to show aiming angles, and light positions in scale within your indoor or outdoor area
- You need professional assurance that the lights you buy will be the right choice
Sports Lighting Design by Project Type
- Baseball Field Lighting Design
- Basketball Court Lighting Design
- Batting Cage Lighting Design
- Football Stadium Lighting Design
- Golf Course and Driving Range Lighting Design
- Gymnasium and Fitness Center Lighting Design
- Hockey Arena and Ice Rink Lighting Design
- Horse Arena and Riding Arena Lighting Design
- Indoor Shooting Range Lighting Design
- Natatorium Lighting Design
- Pickleball Court Lighting Layout
- Polo Field Lighting Layout
- Race Track Lighting Design
- Soccer Field Lighting Design
- Softball Field Lighting Layout
- Sports Field Lighting Design
- Squash Court Lighting Design
- Sports Stadium Lighting Design
- Tennis Court Lighting Layout
- Volleyball Court Lighting Design