Why Are Restaurants So Dark? | Bon Appétit
"Led by chef-owner Whitney Walsh Cardozo in Richmond, this restaurant deliberately balances intimate, sultry atmosphere with functional illumination: muted green walls and upward-casting sconces provide a soft base, an alabaster chandelier lights the bar area “just enough,” and small table lamps plus an extra candle offer focused visibility at each setting. The design treats lighting like color — a deliberate part of mood-making — while still allowing for task and accent lighting so staff can work and diners can see." - ByMaggie Hennessy
