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Here lies a treasure trove of thought-provoking ideas, accounts of my professional experiences, and analyses of evolving industry trends, all encapsulated in my regular blog posts. A bit of ‘light’ reading to take you on the journey with me as I express all my thoughts in writing and along the way, guide you through the often charismatic world of lighting design.
Projects That Keep on Giving
I remember the apprehension we felt when we took on the Atlas Bar project in Singapore. The client, scope, and intentions were unclear, but as we delved into the collaboration, it became evident that the client was dedicated to creating the best of the best. Our strategic approach to lighting design transformed the space, earning accolades and prestigious awards. The project's success has brought us widespread recognition and exciting new opportunities. If only we had a crystal ball at the project's outset... https://lnkd.in/gZW93GBv
Light as a Medicine
I believe that the importance of daylight in regulating our circadian rhythms cannot be understated. It's crucial to energize in the morning light and wind down with dimmer light exposure in the evening for better sleep and overall health. While we can propose lighting to enhance circadian rhythms, claiming medical expertise in prescribing light as medicine might be a step too far for lighting designers.
Lighting Budgets: Key to Success!
Budgets are a key integral part of lighting design. There is always this continuous challenge to find the right balance between what you would like and what the client actually want and /or is able (or willing) to afford. In the metaverse you can design to your wildest dreams and imaginations without any restrictions or worry about what it will cost.
Is Lighting Design a Profitable Business?
The number of independent lighting designers has grown significantly, with Europe and the UK leading in the highest number of practices. The survey also found an increase in annual revenue and growth despite the impact of Covid.
The Art of Winning
Professional lighting design is like professional tennis - it demands constant practice and top performance. It's about delivering the best value, leaving clients impressed, and achieving personal satisfaction through top-notch professionalism and teamwork.
Dubai, City of Opportunities
There are concerns about the impact of excessive lighting in modern cities like Dubai, questioning the economic and environmental costs. It begs the question whether every building needs elaborate lighting and advocates for considering the balance between urban development and preserving natural and architectural beauty.
Story Telling Magic
Lighting design is about storytelling. It's creating an experience, not just the illumination of a space. The progress of lighting technology and AI has made lighting a prime tool for delivering these experiences, as seen in examples like the shadow play at the GMAP centre in Korea.
The Eternal Dimming Struggle
Despite advancements in LED technology, the struggle with dimmable lighting persists. From inadequate installation to unfamiliarity with systems, contractors and suppliers continue to challenge the seamless implementation of lighting design.
Light Poverty
In light of ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza, it's crucial to ponder the impact of lighting design in a world where millions lack proper lighting. While luxury lighting design thrives, over 1 billion people live with minimal or no light, highlighting a stark imbalance. As lighting designers, it's essential to contemplate our contribution to addressing light poverty and reconsider how to utilise our skills and resources to make a meaningful impact.
Small is Beautiful
A small project can sometimes be more challenging than a high-end multi-star development. In fact, a recent project involved re-lighting a wine tasting cellar at Cape Mentelle, which won an Award of Excellence. The project required creative thinking and a small budget, but had a big impact on both the client and the public. Despite the effort involved in big projects, the focus on coordination and coordination management skills can be appealing.
The Importance of Service
In our recent project in the Maldives, we faced slow response and reluctance from a supplier to replace a faulty underwater light. It took almost a year, and our proactive intervention ensures satisfaction.
Non-Disclosure Agreements in Lighting Design
High profile projects might involve high levels of confidentiality like working on the Palace of the Sultan of Brunei
Lighting as Brand Identity
Brands have outlets around the world, lighting can be a key factor to promote the company’s brand identity
The cost of sunrise: wake-up programming
The overnight flight used lighting sets to induce sleep or awaken travelers subtly, similar to a sunrise.
Back to blogging - Awards
I discuss the commercialisation of lighting design awards and supporting onsite visits for judgement and winning on real merit.
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