valaistuksissa

Valaistuksissa is a Finnish term formed as the inessive plural of the noun valaistus, meaning lighting. It is used to describe spaces, scenes, or performances characterized by their lighting conditions rather than by the light sources alone. The expression is common in architectural, interior design, photography, film and theatre writing, where mood, color temperature, shadows, and light distribution are central to interpretation.

Grammatically, valaistuksissa combines the plural stem of valaistus with the inessive plural suffix -issa, indicating “in the lighting arrangements” or, more loosely, “in the lighting.” The singular form is valaistuksessa (“in the lighting”). The term can function in descriptive prose, reviews, and design briefs to emphasize how lighting shapes perception and atmosphere.

Context and usage examples illustrate its emphasis on illumination as a design element: Kuvien valaistuksissa korostuu kontrasti. Näytöksen valaistuksissa luodaan tunnelmaa. Arkkitehtuurissa valaistuksissa pyritään korostamaan tilan mittasuhteita ja rakenteita. In critical writing, discussions about valaistuksissa often compare different setups, color temperatures, and intensities to explain the intended experience for viewers or occupants.

Valaistuksissa thus serves as a concise descriptor of lighting-driven ambiance and composition across media and spaces, highlighting how illumination contributes to meaning, mood, and visual storytelling.