BLUE CINEMA CHUR

Sep 2, 2024

BLUE CINEMA CHUR

Chur, Switzerland
Artificial Lighting

Client: Blue Entertainment AG
Architect: meierpartner architekten
Completion year: 2023
Images: Ingo Rasp, Livio Federspiel

The blue Cinema in Chur is a 12,000 m² multitainment venue where lightlines define the design: a continuous linear element at the entrance and dynamic, staggered lines inside create an inviting atmosphere. This theme extends throughout the multiplex with track lighting, linear insets, and spotlights. In the entrance corridors and cinema halls, integrated lightlines create a starship-like ambiance. Lighting colors blue and gold create striking contrasts.
The lighting design also considers screens as additional light sources, managing reflections and ensuring pendant lights do not obstruct views. On the rooftop terrace, atmospheric lighting in steps and platforms provides orientation and coziness without interfering with projections.

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GUANYANG ISLAND EVENT CENTER

Aug 20, 2024

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GUANYANG ISLAND EVENT CENTER

Guanyang Island Chongqing, China
Artificial Lighting

Architect: JStudio
Completion year: 2023
Images: JStudio

The Event & Conference Centre is situated at the at the Guangyang Island which is a land bridge island. Dominated by subtropical evergreen broad-leaved forests in the upper reaches of the Yangtze River. The main objective is to maintain a sustainable lighting concept to reduce light pollution to a minimum, providing visitors an unobstructed and pure environment and night sky.

The lighting concept features low glare light fixtures and glare controlled mounting details. Through the hierarchical design of the lighting, the visitors can feel the mutual radiance and tolerance of the building and the hills, as well as the “sequence of flowing water” form of the building. The lighting moved upward from a low level, leading the guest to raise their sights slowly, and continue to higher level as they stepped forward.

Alighting Award 2023: Project Award

The Event & Conference Centre is situated at the at the Guangyang Island which is a land bridge island. Dominated by subtropical evergreen broad-leaved forests in the upper reaches of the Yangtze River. The main objective is to maintain a sustainable lighting concept to reduce light pollution to a minimum, providing visitors an unobstructed and pure environment and night sky.

The lighting concept features low glare light fixtures and glare controlled mounting details. Through the hierarchical design of the lighting, the visitors can feel the mutual radiance and tolerance of the building and the hills, as well as the “sequence of flowing water” form of the building. The lighting moved upward from a low level, leading the guest to raise their sights slowly, and continue to higher level as they stepped forward.

Alighting Award 2023: Project Award

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JIL SANDER CONCEPT STORE

May 28, 2024

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JIL SANDER CONCEPT STORE

London, United Kingdom
Artificial Lighting

Architect: Casper Mueller Kneer Architects
Completion year: 2023
Images: Paul Riddle

The new Jil Sander flagship store on London’s fashionable New Bond Street is a monolithic space, seemingly sculpted from a single piece of stone. Its design centers on materiality, with innovative lighting that highlights the varied textures of the surfaces and enhances the sensory experience. This approach aims to create an inviting atmosphere across two levels with distinctive lighting designs.

On the ground floor, lighting mimics a natural, airy artist’s studio, creating a bright environment with subdued shadows and a cozy ambiance. The backlit ceiling dramatically transforms the space’s aesthetic. In contrast, the lower floor offers a more intimate setting with lighting integrated within dome-like structures, appearing as if carved from the ceiling.

The lighting design strategy balances brightness with subtle contrasts and accents to spotlight products effectively. The selected 3500K color temperature not only fosters intimacy but also enhances the distinctive blue tone of the travertine, highlighting its unique quality. This careful design ensures a calm and elegant ambiance that enriches the shopping experience without being overwhelming.

Dezeen Awards 2024: longlisted

Ground floor view of the buffed ceiling louvres showcasing the lighting design for a high-end retail area

The view of shelves with integrated lighting and Jil Sander products displayed

The view of the central counter, louvred ceiling, and Jil Sander products displayed against a textured travertine background

The retail area on the underground floor with integrated ceiling luminaires and visible lighting contrast

The lighting in the dressing room on the underground floor of the retail space

Facade of the Jil Sander concept store on New Bond Street in London

The new Jil Sander flagship store on London’s fashionable New Bond Street is a monolithic space, seemingly sculpted from a single piece of stone. Its design centers on materiality, with innovative lighting that highlights the varied textures of the surfaces and enhances the sensory experience. This approach aims to create an inviting atmosphere across two levels with distinctive lighting designs.

On the ground floor, lighting mimics a natural, airy artist’s studio, creating a bright environment with subdued shadows and a cozy ambiance. The backlit ceiling dramatically transforms the space’s aesthetic. In contrast, the lower floor offers a more intimate setting with lighting integrated within dome-like structures, appearing as if carved from the ceiling.

The lighting design strategy balances brightness with subtle contrasts and accents to spotlight products effectively. The selected 3500K color temperature not only fosters intimacy but also enhances the distinctive blue tone of the travertine, highlighting its unique quality. This careful design ensures a calm and elegant ambiance that enriches the shopping experience without being overwhelming.

Dezeen Awards 2024: longlisted

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AUGUSTINUS BADER x LANSERHOF

May 28, 2024

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AUGUSTINUS BADER x LANSERHOF

London, United Kingdom
Artificial Lighting

Architect: Studio Stassano
Completion year: 2023
Images: Michael Sinclair

The Skin Lab by Augustinus Bader x Lanserhof merges clinical skin care innovation with wellness in a space characterized by sophisticated design and high-tech lighting tailored to personal healing journeys.

Its distinct lighting zones transition from welcoming atmospheres to private sanctuaries, enhancing architectural beauty and emphasizing the luxury of light interacting with premium materials. This design ethos creates a unique sensory experience that nurtures both skin and soul, establishing a new benchmark in personalized wellness environments.

FX Design Awards 2024: shortlisted

The Skin Lab by Augustinus Bader x Lanserhof merges clinical skin care innovation with wellness in a space characterized by sophisticated design and high-tech lighting tailored to personal healing journeys.

Its distinct lighting zones transition from welcoming atmospheres to private sanctuaries, enhancing architectural beauty and emphasizing the luxury of light interacting with premium materials. This design ethos creates a unique sensory experience that nurtures both skin and soul, establishing a new benchmark in personalized wellness environments.

FX Design Awards 2024: shortlisted

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THE ARK, HAMMERSMITH

May 25, 2024

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THE ARK, HAMMERSMITH

London, United Kingdom
Artificial Lighting, Landscape Lighting

Architect: Gensler
Completion year: 2023
Images: Gensler

Refurbishment of one of the most iconic buildings in the Hammersmith borough. Lichtvision’s lighting scope involved; the new landscape area at the main entrance of the building, interior foyer, reception hall with two full-height light wells, the cafe area and the iconic crow’s nest. Gensler’s design intent was to render the new concept of contemporary and enjoyable working space by using wooden finishes and sinuous lines for a more hospitality oriented workplace.

The lighting approach follows the architectural concept forming a ribbon effect and leading people into the stepped-back reception. The effect is achieved by highlighting wood materials, low-level lighting at counters and banquettes with a graphic approach followed in the outdoor space. Two eight-store light wells are using a similar graphic window light approach allowing for an extended view into the skylights. The crow’s nest offers a cozy VIP setting with a graphic effect approach for long-distance views. ARK becomes a true landmark of the Hammersmith area.

Refurbishment of one of the most iconic buildings in the Hammersmith borough. Lichtvision’s lighting scope involved; the new landscape area at the main entrance of the building, interior foyer, reception hall with two full-height light wells, the cafe area and the iconic crow’s nest. Gensler’s design intent was to render the new concept of contemporary and enjoyable working space by using wooden finishes and sinuous lines for a more hospitality oriented workplace.

The lighting approach follows the architectural concept forming a ribbon effect and leading people into the stepped-back reception. The effect is achieved by highlighting wood materials, low-level lighting at counters and banquettes with a graphic approach followed in the outdoor space. Two eight-store light wells are using a similar graphic window light approach allowing for an extended view into the skylights. The crow’s nest offers a cozy VIP setting with a graphic effect approach for long-distance views. ARK becomes a true landmark of the Hammersmith area.

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