Perceived Benefits of Lighting Design Parameters on Performance and Emotional Wellbeing: A Case Study of Creative Workers in Vietnam

Abstract. In today’s world, the connection between how employees perform and their overall well-being has become crucial for the success of organizations. This study focuses on the factors that affect creativity and well-being specifically looking into lighting, which includes both natural light and artificial colored lighting. While studies from previous researchers have extensively examined office lighting, including colored light in controlled laboratory settings. This limitation makes it difficult to draw findings when applying them to workplace environments. To address this gap in research, the researcher conducted a qualitative case study within workplaces in Vietnam involving creative employees and their daily tasks. Data acquisition will transpire through surveys, direct on-site assessments, and semistructured interviews, employing open-ended queries, which revealed some findings. Even though a survey conducted by this study has found that natural light is known to have benefits, artificial lighting remains the primary source of illumination in modern workplaces due to concerns about glare, heat and UV ray protection. Employees consistently
showed a preference for scenes that incorporated elements of nature like views or indoor greenery. This highlights the appeal of incorporating design into office spaces. The use of colored lighting is generally not maximized, during work periods. However, when employees are given the opportunity to use break-out rooms for periods, there is a clear increase in the use of colored lighting. Based on the participants’ perception, it suggests that colored lighting has the potential to improve well-being and stimulate creativity in situations. By studying these patterns in office environments this research provides insights into how we can effectively incorporate colored lighting to enhance employee emotional well-being and creativity.