Lighting Design

Urban & Landscape - Selected References

Forrest Place Redevelopment Masterplan, Woodhead, Perth, Australia current work in progress

As a member of the Woodhead design team, LightPlan is providing creative and technical input to achieve a proposed new night-time persona for the entire public open space. The associated facade of Perth Central Railway Station will be featured as a gesture to its heritage, significance and context in this central urban public open space. Proposed realignment and soft landscaping treatments to sections of the adjacent Wellington Street, a revitalisation to Perth Station Forecourt, and a notional interpretation of pre-existing natural forms, all offer opportunities for developing feature lighting concepts at an international scale.

Forrest Place ¨C current view north to Perth Station

Parks Lighting Enhancement Strategy, City of Subiaco, WA, Australia ¨C current work in progress

A full scope of lighting design services is required to address the client¡¯s comprehensive brief. Lightplan is currently reviewing the existing lighting conditions and equipment at 23 of the City's parks and reserves.

Cliff Sadlier Park, Daglish, City of Subiaco - a place for contemplation; worthy of a night-time presence

Feature Lighting for Hardey Park, City of Belmont, Australia ¨C current work in progress

The proposed landscape development of Hardey Park offers an opportunity for the City to create a landmark public open space of significant value to the community. The site will be highly visible to road users and allows key view corridors across the Swan River. Future redevelopment of the adjacent Adachi Park extends the scope of opportunities to create a larger-scale key focus site capable of becoming a showpiece, or œshop window for the City of Belmont. Although these two adjoining public open spaces are currently in differing stages of development, a night-time synergy between the two spaces is a desirable outcome. Prior to commencing design development and preparing documentation, LightPlan was initially asked to create a Lighting Masterplan, being primarily a graphical-pictorial document reinforced with text notes. The Lighting Masterplan is designed to enable key stakeholders and interested parties to easily understand and visualise the scale of proposed lighting treatments; the rhythm of light and shade, creative themes, lighting techniques with anticipated effects, acceptable styles of lighting hardware, and electrical supply points. Another key outcome of a Lighting Masterplan is the preliminary budget estimate of capital works which can be apportioned into agreed manageable works packages. It has now become the conceptual design document integrating all proposed lighting treatments to Hardey Park and Adachi Park, serving as a reference for any designers the City may wish to engage to the project in the future.

Exterior Car Parks for a Proposed Mixed Development, Karratha, Western Australia ¨C 2007

The owner-developer engaged LightPlan to assist with meeting the Shire of Roebourne¡¯s requirements for the exterior lighting to comply with the Public Lighting Code (AS/NZS1158) and to limit spill-light. We utilised our in-house lighting design software to maximise luminaire spacing thus reducing the number of lighting points, while either meeting or exceeding compliance requirements in all public areas. Being a tropical climate, In this instance a high pressure sodium light source (golden-white colour) was selected so as to minimise the attraction of flying insects. The selected post-top luminaires were fit for purpose and of a high quality aesthetic, in keeping with the architectural style of the proposed building development.

William Street Enhancement, City of Perth, Australia ¨C current work in progress

This appointment is for the provision of a full scope of lighting design services to the City of Perth including main street, pedestrian, and feature lighting to an area considered to be the main link between the Central Malls and the West End. William Street is one of the major north-south pedestrian links between the ¡°pedestrian heart¡± of the city to Northbridge and the Swan River Foreshore.

Small Exterior Car Park, Belmont Oasis, City of Belmont, WA, Australia

The popularity of the Oasis aquatic facility has led to providing additional off-street car parking space. As all City car parks are required to be appropriately illuminated at night, LightPlan was asked to design and document a suitable lighting system. Our client brief called for particular care in keeping obtrusive light away from existing residential property, while providing adequate light for the security of people and property within the car park.

William St - typical luminaire configuration selected for Pedestrian Focus Area

New Oasis Carpark ¨C photo indicates the challenge of designing-out unwanted shadows from mature trees at night while reducing obtrusive light to residences.

Lights in Alingsås, Sweden - 2005

On behalf of the Town of Alingsas, James Wallace of LightPlan accepted an invitation from the European Lighting Designers Association (ELDA) to head one of six outdoor lighting workshop groups. The results were exhibited during October 2005 and attracted 40,000+ visitors. Click here to download a presentation given by James Wallace titled Lights in Alingsas ¨C communities embracing an urban lighting culture (4MB)

Bridge 232A, Collie River, near Australind, Western Australia - 2005+

A series of feature lighting concepts to a proposed new road bridge south of Perth. The prime concept features the results of white light interacting with off-form concrete elements. A natural rhythm is set-up under the span as the piers are visually reinforced through an uplighting technique. Light reflecting from under the span is redirected onto the water, forming a pool of light at each base. The normally dominant continuous linear form of the span as seen during the daytime is punctuated at night in sympathy with the piers. Variations on this theme, including a coloured light option, were put forward along with capital cost estimates.

Central Promenade, Eastern Foreshore Enhancement, City of Mandurah, Australia - 2001

Conceptual design, documentation, and contract management of distinctive landscape lighting and all associated services.

Houghton Winery - Outdoor Amenity & Feature Lighting, Swan Valley, Perth, Australia - 2001

Master plan and purchasing specification to implement staged lighting treatments within a public open space. The interpretation of perimeter building facades reinforces a "sense of place" while feature trees are dramatised, acting as way finding devices for visitors traversing via the lawns through to hard scaped areas. Decorative lighting to the adjoining vine court, gardens and entry statement were included in the commission.

Eastern Gateway Project, Perth, Australia - 1997

Conceptual lighting design, documentation, and overseeing of works for Perth's eastern entrance. The new works include "white light" road lighting and decorative landscape lighting treatments (on behalf of Nelson Mardardy & Associates).

Mandurah Foreshore Enhancement, City of Mandurah, Australia

Jacarandah Cafe, Houghton Winery

Decorative lighting treatment to Burswood Railway Bridge, Eastern Gateway Project (photo courtesy of We-ef)

Commercial Interiors - Selected References

Main Hall, Hayman Theatre Refurbishment, Curtin University of Technology, Perth, Australia ¨

In sympathy with the original building design, and in close collaboration with MPS Architects, planned interior lighting and associated controls will be seamlessly integrated into the architectural fabric. The grand scale of the Main Hall, its architectural features and finishes, will be reinforced through a considered and creative approach to lighting treatments. A series of three lighting layers¡ will be applied at appropriate times through the refurbishment program to cater for planned changes in use.

New Showroom and Office Development, Mondoluce, Malaga, WA, Australia

Mondoluce is a distributor of high-quality luminaires and lamps. LightPlan was asked to provide a conceptual plan indicating lighting ideas that would integrate with and interpret their products and displays in a fresh and innovative way.

Picassos Restaurant and Bar, Mount Lawley, Perth, Australia ¨C 2007

We were contacted by the new owners who wished to refresh aspects of the interior spaces and exterior features prior to the opening night. In this case, LightPlan responded by offering creative ideas, while locating and working with a single equipment supplier and electrical contractor to deliver and commission the new lighting within a tight time-frame.

Art Gallery of Western Australia, Perth Cultural Centre, Australia - 2003

Conceptual lighting designs to layout and budget estimate stage for the reconfiguration of the existing foyer space. The design includes interior lighting treatments to reception and the gallery shop, plus inground uplighting and wallwashing to the exterior portico space-frame and selected facades. Tender documentation by Philip Griffiths Architects. Installation of interior lighting is progressing in stages from 2005 onwards.

Hayman Hall Interior - draft sketch of proposed
uplighting luminaire detail concealed in existing concrete wall sconces

Hayman Hall Interior ¨C 3D rendered prediction
of proposed lighting treatment

Art Gallery of Western Australia - main entrance to foyer

Health & Safety Office Reconfiguration, BHP Billiton Iron Ore, Nelson Point, Western Australia - 2005
Luminaire selection, light-technical layout, and purchasing specification of an ultra-low-brightness general lighting system to client requirements. Visual comfort and uniformity of light across work stations were seen as being important criteria in gaining occupant approval.

Department of Housing & Works, Western Australia 2008

Contract for provision of lighting consultancy services for building-related maintenance services to DHW, its contracted service arrangers, and government agencies.

Arcade & Lift Lobbies, 81 St Georges Tce, Perth, Australia - 2005

Design evaluation & document review of proposed lighting refurbishments to an Arcade and three associated Lift Lobbies in the Perth CBD. Wallwashing techniques were encouraged with a view to "opening up" the space.

Hatch Office Fit-out, Stirling St, Perth, Australia - 2001

Design and integration of additional lighting into a 3-level tenancy. Brightness management was seen as a key issue.

81 St Georges Tce, Perth ¨C entrance
to arcade & lift lobby

81 St Georges Tce, Perth ¨C soft wallwashing
treatment to the tenancy register in the lift lobby

Hatch Building, 144 Stirling St, Perth ¨C remodelled external facade

Mount Newman House Lobby ¨C warm-toned light
with uneven wall splashes reinforces a sense of relaxation

Mount Newman House Reception & Lift Lobby
¨C a visual cue signals a change of function

Hyatt Centre Escalator Lobby, Adelaide Terrace, Perth, Australia - 1996

Light was considered to be a key factor in the successful enhancement of an existing lobby. Visitors from the two-level carpark beneath are now attracted by the use of colourful banners and appropriate surface treatments. This project received a Commendation awarded by IES-the lighting society.

ATSIC Regional Office Fitout, Kununurra, Australia - 1994

Themed interior office lighting design concept based on a synergy of cultural ambience and modern office requirements.

Hyatt Centre, Perth as viewed from the Swan River

Industrial & Mining - Selected References

Under-floor Lathe Workshop, BHP Billiton Iron Ore, Nelson Point, Western Australia ¨C 2007

Operating personnel carry out critical visual tasks within this interior workplace often while standing in a below-ground pit area looking upwards into the underside of ore cars (rail trucks designed to carry iron ore). LightPlan first created a 3D model of this two-level workshop in order to fully appreciate the spatial relationships, and to verify light-technical values. In other words, to ensure the light was falling in the correct places. We then prepared a layout and purchasing specification for the complete replacement of existing luminaires with a view to meeting contemporary light-technical requirements, including a new single-point emergency evacuation lighting system.

Loco Service Shop (LSS), BHP Billiton Iron Ore, Nelson Point, Western Australia ¨C 2007

Lighting layout and purchasing specification for the complete replacement of existing highbay luminaires with a view to meeting contemporary light-technical requirements, including a new single-point emergency evacuation lighting system.

Emergency Evacuation Lighting at Ore Car Dumpers 2 & 3, BHP Billiton Iron Ore, Nelson Point, Western Australia ¨C 2006/2007

LightPlan has implemented photo-realistic 3D modelling to optimise proposed lighting designs in two mineral processing facilities. Subsequent to an invited site inspection of two Ore Car Dumpers, BHPBIO engaged LightPlan to review existing emergency evacuation lighting; select and specify modifications to existing single-point luminaires so as to operate on a central battery system; select and specify new illuminated emergency exit signs; design in new emergency luminaires to match existing with a view to bringing the system in each facility in line with industry best practise.

3D photo-realistic lighted model of the two-level workshop incorporating new luminaires

3D model of Ore Car Dumper facility with emergency
evacuation lighting.

Layout drawing of typical interior floor of a Car Dumperindicating predicted lux levels along nominated emergency routes, locations of emergency luminaires and illuminated exit signs.

New Security Lighting Arrangement, Maylands Police Complex, Australia ¨C 2006

In response to a brief finalisation report for the Department of Housing & Works, LightPlan was engaged to design & document new security lighting for a Vehicle Holding Yard. The value-for-money design approach will deliver an appropriate and complying security lighting system, while utilising existing electrical services where practicable. In line with the DH&W policy ¡°Designing to Minimise Energy and Operating Costs¡±, the layout sets out an appropriate minimum number of luminaires to meet the light-technical requirements for security purposes. Luminaires incorporate the most appropriate energy efficient, long-life light sources. Automatic operation of the lighting system will ensure further economical running costs.

Ore Car Repair Shop, BHP Billiton Iron Ore, Nelson Point, Western Australia 2005

LightPlan was engaged by BHP Billiton to design a new general and emergency evacuation lighting system as part of planned refurbishments of electrical services to this large existing workshop. The client's lighting brief required us to select a premium grade highbay luminaire to deliver comfortable and economical lighting into a large interior workplace. Particular attention was given to the quality of lighting in the aisles formed between the vertical sides of ore cars. In-house 3D computer modelling assisted us in being able to meet and verify the exacting design requirements.

Main Control Room Refurbishment: BP Kwinana, Australia - 1996

Assessment and redesign of existing lighting for screen-based tasks in the main control room at an oil refinery. The visual assessment included a detailed study of current lux levels and brightnesses within the visual field. The improvements were beyond the client's expectations.

Ore Car Repair Shop ¨C 3D model indicating luminaire locations + photo of completed lighting installation

Entrance and reception space at Laurance Wilson Art Gallery

The proposed SLEC is to be built within the Alexander Library Building located in the Perth Cultural Centre.

Michaelangelo's œDavid + Rodin's œThe Thinker"

East Perth Power Station - south-east facades c1935/1938

East Perth Power Station - east facades conceptual design

East Perth Power Station will glow with vitality and promise (provisional photo)