WESTERN SYDNEY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Aug 9, 2023

WESTERN SYDNEY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (NANCY BIRD WALTON AIRPORT)

Sydney, Australia
Artificial Lighting & Daylight

Architect: Zaha Hadid Architects; COX Architecture
Daylight Design Consultancy: Meike Goessling
Visualisations: Zaha Hadid Architects; Cox Architecture
2026 (First Stage)

Western Sydney International Airport is a once-in-a-generation greenfield airport which will be the catalyst for the transformation of Western Sydney, creating economic growth and opportunities for the region. It will cater to up to 10 million passengers a year on opening in 2026, growing in stages over the forthcoming decades to eventually cater to 82 million passengers a year.
The design is rooted in traditional Australian architecture and is considerate of Aboriginal culture and inspired by the surrounding nature and its light conditions. Daylighting design aims to bring out the stunning natural qualities of Australian light. The layered design approach balances design aspirations with technical and functional requirements.

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PERGAMONMUSEUM

Aug 9, 2023

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PERGAMONMUSEUM

Berlin, Germany
Museum Lighting Design: Daylight & Artificial lighting

Architect: Prof. Dr.-Ing. O.M. Ungers
WPM (Kleihues + Kleihues, Prof. Noebel, BAL)
Renderings: SPK / ART+COM
Ongoing

The renovation and extension of the “Pergamonmuseum” (PMU) is the final step in the completion of the Museum Island Berlin as a globally unique ensemble.
As a daylight museum, the PMU has an exceptional position in this context. The renovation occurs cautiously under full retention of the concept of Wiegand; according to strict historic preservation requirements and to high conservation demands in certain areas.
In these areas in particular, the lighting design takes into account the museum’s requirement to flexibly illuminate permanent and temporary exhibitions with adaptable spotlights. The large-scale use of LEDs is being intensively examined in the lighting design for the museum.

The renovation and extension of the “Pergamonmuseum” (PMU) is the final step in the completion of the Museum Island Berlin as a globally unique ensemble.
As a daylight museum, the PMU has an exceptional position in this context. The renovation occurs cautiously under full retention of the concept of Wiegand; according to strict historic preservation requirements and to high conservation demands in certain areas.
Especially in these sections, the flexible illumination of both permanent and temporary exhibitions by adaptable spotlights is of particular importance. The large-scale application of LEDs is currently being carefully examined.

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SHANGHAI ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS

Aug 1, 2023

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SHANGHAI ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS

Shanghai, China
Artificial Lighting

Architect: gmp Architekten
Visualizations: Willmore
ongoing

The 860-meter-long former steel factory with its distinctive basic structure, including the characteristic ventilation towers on the roof, will be retained, and fitted out to accommodate the New Shanghai Academy of Fine Arts. With its approximately 220,000 square meters of gross floor area, the new art academy will include all important teaching facilities as well as art studios, a publicly accessible forum with restaurants and retail areas, a library, sports facilities, a museum, and more exhibition areas.
In the future, a 600 personnel strong teaching staff and 4000 students will teach and learn here. The use of daylight is one of the main design factors for the interior design. Lichtvision is designing a holistic and integrative artificial lighting scheme for all teaching, museum, office and retail areas.

a rendering of the entrance of the shanghai academy of fine arts, the building is very open and has a lot of glass, lending itself well to a daylit space

The 860-meter-long former steel factory with its distinctive basic structure, including the characteristic ventilation towers on the roof, will be retained, and fitted out to accommodate the New Shanghai Academy of Fine Arts. With its approximately 220,000 square meters of gross floor area, the new art academy will include all important teaching facilities as well as art studios, a publicly accessible forum with restaurants and retail areas, a library, sports facilities, a museum, and more exhibition areas.
In the future, a 600 personnel strong teaching staff and 4000 students will teach and learn here. The use of daylight is one of the main design factors for the interior design. Lichtvision is designing a holistic and integrative artificial lighting scheme for all teaching, museum, office and retail areas.

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CHANGZHOU CULTURE PLAZA

Apr 18, 2023

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CHANGZHOU CULTURE PLAZA

Changzhou, China
Exterior & Landscape Lighting

Client: Changzhou Jinling Investment and
Construction Co., Ltd.
Architect: gmp International
Landscape architect: WES
Completion year: 2020
Images: Schran images

The Changzhou Culture Plaza comprises various museums, a library and service facilities. In addition, numerous shops and restaurants in the on the lower level are directly connected to the cultural spaces above. The six pavilions cantilever in large arcs and open upon covered public space on the ground floor. A water course running diagonally through the site links all the modules and acts as a source of natural lighting for the basement facilities.

The pavilions’ functions vary significantly but they form a visual whole from the outside. This is underlined by the façade lighting realized from high poles surrounding the complex. Along the riverside promenade the lighting of the water features as well as of trees, sculptures, benches and handrails aims for a high-level integration. General lighting of streets and pedestrian areas is implemented with poles again, emphasizing spatial axes with higher poles and entrance areas with lower ones.

LIT Awards 2021: Winners in Exterior Architectural Illumination
IES Illumination Awards 2021: Merit Award
FX Award 2021: shortlisted

Front view of the Changzhou Culture Plaza at night, with striking linear façade lighting that emphasizes the building's symmetrical, geometric design

Night view of the Changzhou Culture Plaza, featuring illuminated geometric architecture with lit pathways and a modern water feature

Night view, featuring striking horizontal façade lighting that highlights the building's unique geometric design, reflected in the nearby water

erial view of the Changzhou Culture Plaza at dusk, showcasing its illuminated geometric design and surrounding public spaces

The Changzhou Culture Plaza comprises various museums, a library and service facilities. In addition, numerous shops and restaurants in the on the lower level are directly connected to the cultural spaces above. The six pavilions cantilever in large arcs and open upon covered public space on the ground floor. A water course running diagonally through the site links all the modules and acts as a source of natural lighting for the basement facilities.

The pavilions’ functions vary significantly but they form a visual whole from the outside. This is underlined by the façade lighting realized from high poles surrounding the complex. Along the riverside promenade the lighting of the water features as well as of trees, sculptures, benches and handrails aims for a high-level integration. General lighting of streets and pedestrian areas is implemented with poles again, emphasizing spatial axes with higher poles and entrance areas with lower ones.

LIT Awards 2021: Winners in Exterior Architectural Illumination
IES Illumination Awards 2021: Merit Award
FX Award 2021: shortlisted

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COSTA SMERALDA

Apr 18, 2023

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COSTA SMERALDA

Cruiseship
Artificial Lighting

Architect: Tihany Design, Jeffrey Beers International, Rockwell Group, Dordoni Architetti, Partner Ship Design
Completion year: 2020
Images: Costa

Costa Smeralda is the biggest vessel within the Costa Crociere fleet. Designed by four different interior designers, under the guidance of a Tihany Design masterplan, the ship offers an incredible variety of areas between restaurants, shops and entertainment.

General lighting has been used to bind the various venues together, creating nice transitions from one area to the next. Custom decorative fittings and highlights for architectural features have been introduced to bring out the essence of each area for a greater customer experience. Dim to warm and tuneable white technologies have been widely used to allow for change of atmosphere throughout the day and the night. This brings a strong connection between the inside and the outside, with bright and energetic scenes at daytime and a moodier candlelight effect at nighttime.

Costa Smeralda is the biggest vessel within the Costa Crociere fleet. Designed by four different interior designers, under the guidance of a Tihany Design masterplan, the ship offers an incredible variety of areas between restaurants, shops and entertainment.

General lighting has been used to bind the various venues together, creating nice transitions from one area to the next. Custom decorative fittings and highlights for architectural features have been introduced to bring out the essence of each area for a greater customer experience. Dim to warm and tuneable white technologies have been widely used to allow for change of atmosphere throughout the day and the night. This brings a strong connection between the inside and the outside, with bright and energetic scenes at daytime and a moodier candlelight effect at nighttime.

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