WESTERN SYDNEY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Aug 9, 2023

WESTERN SYDNEY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (NANCY BIRD WALTON AIRPORT)

Sydney, Australia
Artificial Lighting & Daylighting

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 routed 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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COSTA SMERALDA

Apr 18, 2023

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COSTA SMERALDA

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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AIDANOVA

Apr 16, 2023

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AIDANOVA

Artificial Lighting

Architect: Partner Ship Design
Completion year: 2018
Images: Ingrid Fiebak

The lighting design for the AIDAnova cruise ship is a prime example of innovative cruise ship lighting design, emphasizing sustainability, energy efficiency, and enhancing the passenger experience. As the first liquefied natural gas (LNG)-powered cruise ship, AIDAnova features lighting that not only conserves energy but also complements the ship’s architecture, creating the perfect ambiance in various areas. Each space, whether it’s the restaurants, bars, or wellness areas, benefits from carefully designed lighting that balances functionality and atmosphere. This approach highlights key architectural features, ensuring both safety and aesthetic appeal, setting a new benchmark for cruise ship lighting.

The ship is home to 17 restaurants, 18 bars and clubs, 6 pools, a 3,500 m² wellness area, and a 1,000 m² shopping center.

Lounge area on the AIDAnova cruise ship with blue chairs and yellow sofa

Elevator lobby on the AIDAnova cruise ship, featuring modern lighting design with circular ceiling fixtures and glowing walls

Rossini Bar featuring a sleek, modern design with a glowing blue bar

Lounge area, featuring vibrant purple LED arches, reflective flooring, and colorful seating

Vibrant nightclub featuring modern lighting with illuminated ceiling panels and a colorful, geometric wall design

Indoor pool area on the AIDAnova cruise ship featuring a domed glass ceiling

The lighting design for the AIDAnova cruise ship is a prime example of innovative cruise ship lighting design, emphasizing sustainability, energy efficiency, and enhancing the passenger experience. As the first liquefied natural gas (LNG)-powered cruise ship, AIDAnova features lighting that not only conserves energy but also complements the ship’s architecture, creating the perfect ambiance in various areas. Each space, whether it’s the restaurants, bars, or wellness areas, benefits from carefully designed lighting that balances functionality and atmosphere. This approach highlights key architectural features, ensuring both safety and aesthetic appeal, setting a new benchmark for cruise ship lighting.

The ship is home to 17 restaurants, 18 bars and clubs, 6 pools, a 3,500 m² wellness area, and a 1,000 m² shopping center.

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LEISURE CENTRE CONCEPT STORE

Apr 12, 2023

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LEISURE CENTRE CONCEPT STORE

Vancouver, Canada
Artificial Lighting

Architect: Casper Mueller Kneer Architects
Executive Architect: Scott and Scott
Completion year: 2017
Images: Simone Bossi

“Leisure Centre” is a Concept store in Vancouver. The store in Yaletown is a multi-brand avant-garde fashion store incorporating a bookshop, café, lifestyle and health products, as well as private shopping areas. It is arranged over two floors and 2.000m² of space, set within a former envelope factory.

The interior lighting becomes part of the branding. The dialog between the rough lighting scheme and the distinguished interior design creates a modern open inviting holistic atmosphere.

“Leisure Centre” is a Concept store in Vancouver. The store in Yaletown is a multi-brand avant-garde fashion store incorporating a bookshop, café, lifestyle and health products, as well as private shopping areas. It is arranged over two floors and 2.000m² of space, set within a former envelope factory.

The interior lighting becomes part of the branding. The dialog between the rough lighting scheme and the distinguished interior design creates a modern open inviting holistic atmosphere.

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AIDA CRUISE SHIPS

Apr 3, 2023

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AIDA CRUISE SHIPS

Artificial Lighting

Architect: Partner Ship Design
Completion year: 2007 – ongoing
Images: Alexander Rudolph

AIDAdiva, AIDAbella, AIDAluna, AIDAblu, AIDAsol, AIDAmar and AIDAstella are the new generation cruise ships with high standards of luxury and convenience for passengers and crew. Lighting is critical in these vessels, creating atmosphere, setting tone and mood and enhancing functionality. More than 600 individually adjustable lighting groups enable precise illumination day or night, for any occasion. The entire lighting concept maximizes energy savings and safety with sustainable, low maintenance components.

IES Illumination Awards 2013 (Section Award)
IES Illumination Award of Merit 2013

AIDAdiva, AIDAbella, AIDAluna, AIDAblu, AIDAsol, AIDAmar and AIDAstella are the new generation cruise ships with high standards of luxury and convenience for passengers and crew. Lighting is critical in these vessels, creating atmosphere, setting tone and mood and enhancing functionality. More than 600 individually adjustable lighting groups enable precise illumination day or night, for any occasion. The entire lighting concept maximizes energy savings and safety with sustainable, low maintenance components.

IES Illumination Awards 2013 (Section Award)
IES Illumination Award of Merit 2013

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