PCK REFINERY SCHWEDT
Schwedt, Germany
Artificial Lighting, Daylighting & Lighting Control
Client: PCK Refinery Schwedt
Images: Oliver Voigt, Lichtvision
Completion year: 2016
The PCK oil refinery northeast of Berlin has reconstructed and modernized its control room, covering approximately 1000 m². The windowless bunker-like building, protected against fire and explosions, is used by six teams working in three shifts around the clock. Transparent glass walls ensure visibility of the entire space. To enhance this effect, wall washers have been installed along the perimeter.
Each of the 26 workstations is illuminated by two pendant lights, positioned between the workstations. Employees can individually adjust the brightness of the direct light (3000K), while the indirect lighting (4000K) is controlled at the team level. All lights are connected to a KNX system via DALI drivers. To avoid a bunker-like atmosphere, digital windows and a virtual sky were added. The video server randomly adds effects such as a passing airplane, birds, a hot-air balloon, or festive elements, creating a pleasant working environment.
German Lighting Design Awards 2017: Award for Innovation
Designpreis Brandenburg 2017: 1. Place Lighting Design
IES Illumination 2018: Award of Merit
Codega International Lighting Design Awards 3rd Place
WIN Awards 2018: Finalist
The PCK oil refinery northeast of Berlin has reconstructed and modernized its control room, covering approximately 1000 m². The windowless bunker-like building, protected against fire and explosions, is used by six teams working in three shifts around the clock. Transparent glass walls ensure visibility of the entire space. To enhance this effect, wall washers have been installed along the perimeter.
Each of the 26 workstations is illuminated by two pendant lights, positioned between the workstations. Employees can individually adjust the brightness of the direct light (3000K), while the indirect lighting (4000K) is controlled at the team level. All lights are connected to a KNX system via DALI drivers.
To avoid a bunker-like atmosphere, digital windows and a virtual sky were added. The video server randomly adds effects such as a passing airplane, birds, a hot-air balloon, or festive elements, creating a pleasant working environment.
German Lighting Design Awards 2017: Award for Innovation
Designpreis Brandenburg 2017: 1. Place Lighting Design
IES Illumination 2018: Award of Merit
Codega International Lighting Design Awards 3rd Place
WIN Awards 2018: Finalist