Church Parking Lot Lighting Case Study

This case study focuses on the lighting design for a 56-car parking lot. The objective was to enhance visibility, ensure safety, and provide energy-efficient lighting. After a detailed evaluation, the following solution was implemented:

Lighting Fixtures:
- Four 180W LED Area Lights, strategically positioned for optimal light distribution.
- Two fixtures equipped with Type 4 lenses and two with Type 2 lenses to cater to specific directional lighting needs.
Poles & Accessories:
- Four 20-foot 4-inch square poles with a 2-foot base for elevation and stability.
- Four Photosensors for automatic on/off functionality, reducing energy consumption.

Church Parking Lot Lighting Design

This parking lot lighting solution was meticulously designed by our professional lighting engineers to achieve optimal performance and efficiency. The design ensured a balanced distribution of light across the 56-car parking lot, providing an average illumination of 2.7 footcandles and a maximum illumination of 13.5 footcandles.

3D church parking lot lighting design side view featuring 4 steel parking poles with 4 180 watt LED area lights mounted on the poles. — 3D Church Parking Lot Lighting (Side View)

3D church parking lot lighting design featuring 4 steel parking poles with 4 180 watt LED area lights mounted on the poles producing an average illumination of 2.7 footcandles — 3D Church Parking Lot Lighting (2.7 footcandles)

3D church parking lot lighting layout overhead view featuring 4 steel parking poles with 4 180 watt LED area lights mounted on the poles producing an average illumination of 2.7 footcandles — 3D Church Parking Lot Lighting Layout

Area Dimensions: 56 Car Parking Lot
Fixture Type 1: 90W LED Barn Lights (4 PCS)
Fixture Type 2: 180W Area Lights (4 PCS)
Light Pole Type: 20 ft 4 inch square steel poles (4 PCS)
Fixture Mounting Height: 20 feet
Accessories: Photosensors (4 PCS)
Fixture Certifications: UL, DLC (barn lights), UL (Area Lights)
Area Illumination: 2.7 footcandles, maximum 13.5 footcandles

The use of four 180W LED area lights, strategically equipped with Type 2 and Type 4 lenses, enabled targeted lighting for specific areas while maintaining overall uniformity. Mounted on 20-foot 4-inch square poles with a 2-foot base, the fixtures provided excellent coverage, eliminating dark spots and enhancing safety throughout the space. Additionally, the integration of photosensors allowed for automatic on/off functionality, further improving energy efficiency and reducing operational costs.

Results

The client was highly satisfied with the lighting setup. The design achieved the desired brightness levels while maintaining energy efficiency, ensuring long-term cost savings and operational reliability. The enhanced visibility has significantly improved the safety and functionality of the parking lot.