News and insights
Notes on lighting design and control, and news about our work.
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Colour theory for architectural lighting: RGBW facades
Adding a white channel to RGB gives cleaner whites and subtler colours on facades. How colour, colour temperature, zoning and control come together in a facade scheme.
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DMX hardware essentials for architectural lighting
Controllers, splitters, cable and terminators decide whether a DMX installation is reliable. What to look for in each, and how to plan for growth, integration and maintenance.
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Understanding DMX512, the language of lighting control
DMX512 is the standard protocol behind colour-changing facades and dynamic lighting. How it works, from controllers and addresses to channels and universes, and how to set up a reliable system.
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Lighting an art museum: paintings and sculpture
How to light paintings and sculpture in a large gallery with a medium-height ceiling: conservation, layered light, controls and flexibility for changing exhibitions.
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Flicker-free lighting: why it matters in architectural spaces
Flicker is a rapid, repeated change in light output. Where it comes from, why it matters for comfort and for cameras, and what to ask for in a specification.
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The art of illumination: recessed and hidden lighting
Recessed and concealed lighting keep ceilings and walls clean while putting light where it is needed. Where each one fits, and what to plan early.
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