Lighting Control Systems and End-users—Establishing an Interactive Relationship

Abstract

This paper aims to identify end-user requirements that help improve the effectiveness of lighting control systems. The crucial question posed is, what is the nature of interface designs sought by end-users for maximising interaction with lighting control systems? Literatures from the most influential studies on interactive systems are reviewed to list end-user requirements in the order of three stages of human interface with technology: Recognition, Exploration and Reliance. Results of two interactive studies with end-users are then reviewed to validate this list of requirements. The objective is to provide perspectives and themes for analysis, as well as conceptual guidance for designing lighting control interfaces that are easier to understand and use for end-users.