Month: June 2025

A new landmark has emerged in Bangalore’s thriving Electronic City, M5 Ecity Mall, an expansive, design-forward retail destination that redefines urban shopping and entertainment experiences. Spanning 6.8 lakh square feet over five dynamic floors, the newly completed mall sets a benchmark in contemporary commercial architecture and experiential design.

Developed by the acclaimed team at Bentel Associates who appointed Let Design Lighting Consultants on to the project, it seamlessly integrates architecture, interior design, and lighting to create a holistic, immersive environment. The mall features a curated mix of premium Indian and international brands, a vibrant culinary precinct, and eight state-of-the-art cinema screens, all enveloped in a visually dramatic and highly functional design.

At the heart of mall’s identity is its striking façade, architectural statement of bold lines and a layered material palette, Let Design’s scheme focused on vibrant colour lighting that transforms the structure into a kinetic light sculpture after dark. The façade is both a beacon and an invitation, elevating the mall beyond a commercial space to a visual icon within the city.

The interior design language is minimalist yet impactful. Clean lines, spacious layouts, and layered ceiling treatments offer both clarity and elegance. Lighting plays a crucial role in defining spaces and enhancing navigability, with precision downlights and integrated linear fixtures emphasising the mall’s architectural contours.

Deepu Raj, Founder / Principal Designer at Let Design Lighting Consultants said: “This project is not just about retail; it’s about creating an experience. Working with Bentel Associates, we delivered a space that feels elevated and provides a premium shopping destination experience”

Project details:

Client: M5 Ecity Mall

Architects & Interior Designers: Bentel Associates

Lighting Design: Let Design Lighting Consultants

Central Quay car park, Cardiff, UK

A brand-new car park facility in Cardiff is making a dramatic impact as night falls, thanks to an illuminated façade controlled by Pharos Architectural Controls.

As a key part of the vibrant Central Quay development in Cardiff, the eight-story car park is immediately notable for its sleek and contemporary design. The facility boasts an enviable location, next to the central station. Offering spacious parking, electric vehicle charging stations and bicycle racks, the site supports effortless transitions between different modes of transport as well as Cardiff’s soon to be completed metro line.

A concept was created to illuminate the façade of the new facility, adding to the site’s appeal and making it visually striking during darker hours. The contractor for the project, Goldbeck Construction Ltd, partnered with leading LED lighting solutions provider, LITE, to specify and supply the technology to fulfil the design. The lighting needed to be fully programmable and colour controllable, so LITE turned to lighting controls specialists Pharos Architectural Controls, specifying solutions from their Designer range.

The LITE team selected a Pharos Designer LPC 4 (Lighting Playback Controller 4) as the ideal solution for the project, in conjunction with a 5G router for remote connectivity. A trusted partner of Pharos, LITE were able to specify the best technology for the installation, underpinned by a recognition of the reliability and unrivalled capability of the control solutions.

The installation is connected to Pharos Cloud, providing simple, secure remote lighting installation control and management, from any Internet-connected device, anytime, anywhere in the world

The Designer LPC features individually controllable and independently running timelines and scenes. It offers the freedom of real-time manual overrides, with the versatility of powerful show control and integration features. With its compact form, robust construction and minimal power requirements, the LPC can be installed virtually anywhere.

The LPC is controlling a high number of Studio Due luminaires – in total, 88 of the manufacturer’s RGBW Compactbar 150cm solution were used on the installation. Through the LPC, the lighting can be changed effortlessly from one colour to another, while multiple colours, patterns and arrays are also available at the touch of a button.

An on-site demonstration was carried out with the selected products part-way through the car park’s construction, at which the detailed definition and highlighting of the surface textures not only satisfied but exceeded the brief for all key stakeholders.

Ryan Sainsbury, Regional Sales Manager for UK & Northern Europe at Pharos Architectural Controls said: “While it is easy to think of a car park simply as a functional facility, the vision for Central Quay’s development has seen beyond that. The lighting during darkness is a stunning addition to the area, bringing an array of colours that are incredibly visually appealing. The LPC is the ideal solution for a lighting project on this scale, so we are delighted our technology has been chosen to deliver these remarkable results.

Paul Taylor, Director at LITE added: “When exploring the brief for a fully programmable and colour controllable lighting system at the Central Quay car park, we immediately knew the LPC from Pharos Architectural Controls would deliver everything we needed. The power and versatility of the LPC never ceases to impress us. From its reliability to its custom web interfaces, compact form and minimal power requirements, we are always completely confident in specifying the Designer LPC to our clients.”

The result is clear for all to see – the visual effects champion the architecture, adding to the appeal of Cardiff as a place to live, work and visit even as darkness falls.

Truly Lighting is proud to unveil its latest project with Fitness First: the transformation of their Marylebone location into a vibrant, well-lit fitness sanctuary. With a focus on minimal disruption to staff and members, the lighting design was swiftly and seamlessly delivered in close collaboration with architecture and design firm LXA and Robert Clift.

LED strip lighting was positioned on either side of the mirrors for balanced illumination, while sleek black suspended pendants were used to light the large weights area with some pendants finished in bespoke red RAL colour to reflect Fitness First’s signature colour palette.

To add visual interest and energy, a series of bold red tubular pendants were introduced in the double-height cardio area. Throughout the space, elements included concealed LED lighting along the red-panelled corridor to colour-changing LED strip lights in the spin studio. Up/down wall lights accentuate the columns, while Hollywood-style wall lights and red tubular spotlights bring a refined, sophisticated touch to the changing rooms.

The result is a vibrant, welcoming, and well-lit gym environment that meets the Fitness First brief – a space that’s both functional and full of character.

Project credits:
Client: Fitness First 
Lighting Designer: Truly Lighting
Architect/Interior Design: LXA 
Robert Clift 
Lighting Manufacturers: LED Luks and Phos
Photographer: Enzo Cerri 

Lucy Zodion, a leading British manufacturer with over 60 years of experience in street lighting control
and smart city solutions, is excited to announce the upcoming launch of HAWK 3 — the next generation
of digital switching photocells designed to transform street lighting control.
Be the first to experience HAWK 3 at ILP Lighting Live, Glasgow, 18–19 June 2025
Responding to evolving market needs and increased competition, Lucy Zodion has undertaken a
complete refresh of its photocell range, addressing key customer demands for enhanced performance,
reliability, and sustainability. The HAWK 3 range delivers all this and more, offering a fit-and-forget
solution for today’s highways and street lighting networks.

Designed with your needs in sight

The introduction of HAWK 3 reflects Lucy Zodion’s ongoing commitment to continuous improvement.
As John Fox, Managing Director, explains: “HAWK 3 is the result of listening, learning, and delivering.
We understand the pressures our customers face — from sustainability goals to operational
efficiencies — and we’ve developed a product that meets and exceeds these demands. It’s a
significant step forward for our business and the industry.”

Revolutionary design, unmatched accuracy

HAWK 3 features fully recyclable components, supporting cradle-to-cradle sustainability principles and
minimising waste.

Key technical highlights include:
 Highly accurate digital switching, avoiding the tolerance issues found in analogue systems
 Switching delay, to prevent irregular illumination or de-illumination
 Intelligent relay output switchover detection
 Frosted cone for enhanced light dispersion and reduced environmental interference
 Moulded gasket, improving dimensional accuracy, durability, and recyclability
 Coloured identification bands for easier installation tracking and engineer identification
Using a phototransistor over a photodiode boosts sensitivity and accuracy while simplifying circuit
design. Combined with laser marking for labelling — eliminating adhesives and printing waste — the
HAWK 3 range leads the market in sustainability, performance, and ease of use.

A trusted solution for highways and street lighting

HAWK 3 is designed for 3-pin and 5/7-pin NEMA socket types, ensuring broad compatibility across
highway lighting applications. The product’s robust build, refreshed design, and cradle-to-cradle
recyclability demonstrate Lucy Zodion’s leadership in creating technically advanced and
environmentally responsible solutions.

Chris Dumon, Operations Director at Lucy Zodion, adds: “The development of HAWK 3 has been a
journey of improvement across design, production, and sustainability. By bringing together enhanced
digital precision, fewer components, and simplified assembly, we’re delivering a product that offers
customers a genuine step forward in performance and reliability.”

Find out more

Be among the first to experience HAWK 3 at ILP Lighting Live in Glasgow on 18–19 June 2025. To
learn more about Lucy Zodion’s full range of innovative street lighting solutions, visit
www.lucyzodion.com.

Zumtobel and its sister brand, Thorn, both lighting brands of the Zumtobel Group, have designed a cutting-edge lighting scheme that supports MEMS Power Generation's operational efficiency, employee wellbeing, and environmental sustainability goals.

A Pioneering Facility for a Leading Power Solutions Provider

MEMS Power Generation, founded in 1978, has evolved into the UK's premier specialist in temporary power solutions. With one of the country's largest generator rental fleets, MEMS constructed its new headquarters in Kent, which has been designed to serve its growing workforce for decades. As MEMS nears its 50th anniversary, the £6 million investment in this facility showcases its commitment to future growth and sustainable innovation.

The Lighting Project

Zumtobel and Thorn were tasked with designing a lighting solution that aligns with MEMS' ambitious green agenda while addressing the unique challenges of a 24-hour operational site. Working closely with electrical contractor Gilbert and Stamper, and main contractor WW Martin, Zumtobel and Thorn provided a comprehensive, energy-efficient lighting scheme throughout the facility, including circulation areas, office spaces, plant rooms, and external surroundings.

Zumtobel's advanced LITECOM lighting control system played a key role in helping MEMS meet stringent planning conditions. The system is programmed to ensure that lights in key areas, such as the main office and circulation spaces, automatically switch off during non-working hours. Additionally, LITECOM is configured to create a notional corridor of light in the main office, ensuring that after-hours, when the lights are activated, they form a well-lit path to the stairs and corridor downstairs, which was a specific planning requirement.

In the storage areas, the LITECOM system connects to Zumtobel's TECTON luminaires, providing on/off control or absence detection. This means lights only turn on when needed, significantly reducing energy consumption.
The system allows MEMS full control over lighting schedules, enhancing both operational efficiency and energy savings, while maintaining optimal working conditions for staff.

Objectives

The project's primary goal was to integrate a lighting system that maximises operational efficiency while minimising energy consumption. MEMS sought a solution that would meet their technical and aesthetic needs and contribute to their wider sustainability goals. With employee wellbeing as a priority, the lighting design aimed to create a comfortable, adaptable, and future-proof working environment.

The Future-Proof Lighting Solution

Zumtobel's AMBITUS suspended luminaires were selected for the office spaces and meeting rooms, chosen for their slim profile, award-winning design, and ability to mimic natural sunlight. The AMBITUS system provides both direct and indirect lighting, creating a balanced atmosphere conducive to both focus and collaboration.
Additionally, Zumtobel's PANOS Infinity pendant luminaires were installed in the reception area, offering flexibility, high light quality, and superior glare control. For the stairwells, LANOS luminaires were utilised, enhancing visibility and safety.
Thorn's products were strategically placed in various areas of the facility. IQ Beam luminaires were installed in the offices, while Cetus luminaires were used in the circulation areas, providing excellent light distribution and durability. In the canteen, Omega C luminaires ensured comfortable and energy-efficient lighting. The storage areas and plant rooms were fitted with Aquaforce Pro luminaires, known for their robustness and efficiency.

Externally, Thorn’s Areaflood and Piazza II LED floodlights illuminate the building's façade, creating a striking and secure environment. Emergency lighting was handled by Voyager Blade exit signage, ensuring safety throughout the facility.
Thorn’s Controls managed the remaining areas’ lighting controls, integrating into a comprehensive system that provides full automation and energy-saving features, fully aligning with MEMS' sustainability goals. The system uses presence detection sensors to optimise energy use. In the WC areas and corridors, the controls enable simple on/off functionality, automatically turning lights on when a person is detected and off when the space is unoccupied.
In the offices and meeting rooms the system uses sensors, which allow the lights to dim when areas are partially occupied or when natural daylight is sufficient. This not only ensures energy efficiency but also provides the right level of lighting for different tasks, improving both comfort and sustainability.

Results and Benefits

The collaboration between MEMS, Zumtobel Group, and their contractors has resulted in a world-class
headquarters that seamlessly integrates modern aesthetics, employee wellbeing, and sustainability. The lighting system delivers excellent working conditions and keeps energy usage to a minimum, supporting MEMS' green ambitions.

David Conelly of Gilbert & Stamper, the electrical contractor, shared his thoughts: "Working with Zumtobel Group on this project has been a fantastic experience. The quality and flexibility of their products have allowed us to deliver a lighting solution that exceeds the functional and aesthetic requirements of MEMS' new headquarters." Mark Diffey MEMS Power Generation adds, “Partnering with the Zumtobel Group on this project has been key to supporting MEMS green ambitions for our new headquarters. Their versatile and reliable products have enabled us to provide a lighting solution that fully meets our functional and aesthetic standards while aligning with our commitment to sustainability.”

Products

Zumtobel
AMBITUS
LANOS
TECTON & TECTON C
RESCLITE PRO on TECTON
PANOS Infinity pendant
LITECOM

Thorn
Cetus
Aquaforce Pro

National Communication Museum, Hawthorn, Melbourne

The innovative new National Communication Museum (NCM) recently opened its doors in Melbourne, showcasing a series of dynamic displays with a system by Pharos Architectural Controls to connect audiences with the artefacts, stories and technologies that played a fundamental part in the history of communication.

The museum has been transformed by award-winning architects, Carr, from a 1930s telephone exchange building on the grounds of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people in Hawthorn, into an interactive exhibition with two floors of immersive displays.

The exhibition explores how technology shapes us, showcasing integral technologies from the past alongside the cutting-edge advancements that will connect us in the future. Offering hands-on experiences and nostalgic artefacts for all ages, NCM provides a fascinating and welcoming space to explore the landscape of technology from the 1850s to the present day and beyond.

A single-universe Pharos Designer LPC (Lighting Playback Controller) is responsible for the lighting control of the project, alongside a Pharos Designer TPS 5 (Touch Panel Station). The Pharos system is interfacing with a Philips Dynalite system to create energetic and refined lighting throughout the interior.

The Designer LPC is an award-winning, all-in-one DIN-rail mounted DMX lighting control solution for themed entertainment and LED lighting installations. It features individually controllable and independently running timelines and scenes letting you build dynamic, precise, fully customisable pre-programmed lighting effects with the freedom of real-time manual overrides and the versatility of powerful show control and integration features, ideal for managing multiple interactive displays and exhibits

The Designer TPS 5 is an elegant interface with a customisable, capacitive touchscreen, compatible with any Pharos Designer controller. This technology allows you to create multiple pages of lighting controls, including buttons, sliders, keypads and colour pickers, and configure their appearance and visual feedback allowing museum staff easy access to select lighting overrides.

Tony Symms, Regional Sales Manager for APAC at Pharos Architectural Controls said: “The NCM is a fascinating museum which highlights the ever-evolving advancements of technology and how they impact our lives. We’re pleased to know that Pharos technology is trusted to bring these dynamic installations to life.”

Lighting solutions provider, bluebottle, added: “The dynamic museum displays and immersive installations have been brought to life through the creative controls provided by Pharos. The LPC was the perfect solution to provide flexibility and versatility to meet the needs of each unique space.”

The museum has proved popular with families, residents and tourists, taking them on a journey of how technology has impacted on their lives and will continue to shape their future.

Sunbury Cross Subway, a busy pedestrian and cyclist underpass in Sunbury-on-Thames, has undergone a major lighting upgrade funded by the Police and Crime Commissioner’s Safer Streets initiative. Forming part of the wider Surrey County Council LED upgrade programme—which delivers county-wide benefits—the project aims to boost visibility, enhance public safety, and modernise outdated lighting infrastructure.

Effective lighting is essential in the underpass to reduce the perception of crime and create a safer, more welcoming space for users. Poor visibility, dark spaces, and inadequate light distribution can contribute to unease in enclosed environments, making lighting a critical factor in user confidence. The previous system suffered from structural and water damage, poor coverage, and an outdated control system, which reduced its effectiveness and required an upgrade.

To resolve these issues, and those experienced across the county, DW Windsor worked with Surrey County Council, M Group Highways (formerly Milestone Infrastructure), and Urban Control to develop a lighting scheme that provides consistent illumination while balancing efficiency and user experience. Additionally, the replacement of the old subway fittings with LED luminaires provided greater energy savings than the old fluorescent lamps which were banned in the UK in February 2024.

DW Windsor supplied Kova luminaires fitted with integrated control nodes to illuminate the underpass. Engineered for durability in demanding environments, the vandal-resistant lights feature a robust stainless steel construction and impact-resistant polycarbonate glazing, ensuring exceptional resilience with an IK10+ rating. The luminaires were mounted along the length of the underpass at even spacings to eliminate dark spots and improve visibility for pedestrians and cyclists.

A key consideration was ensuring the lighting levels were optimised to provide a sense of security while maintaining efficiency. The team conducted extensive on-site testing at 100%, 50%, and 10% outputs to assess the most effective illumination for the subway environment. This approach ensured the lighting was precisely calibrated to user needs, delivering the ideal balance between safety, visibility, and energy efficiency.

As a result of these findings, the team implemented an adaptive dimming strategy to ensure lighting levels remained appropriate throughout the night. The lighting operates at 100% output during winter months from 4pm, ensuring full brightness when it is most needed. As foot traffic decreases, the output gradually dims to between 80% and 50%. After midnight, the lighting reduces further to 10%, minimising energy consumption while maintaining a safe and inviting environment.

In addition to energy efficiency, the scheme was designed to meet industry best practices for lighting performance and safety. The new system complies with BS 5489 lighting standards, delivering an average illumination of 350 lux during the day while allowing light levels to dim to 100 lux at night. This ensures a smooth transition from bright external areas into the subway, improving visual comfort for pedestrians and cyclists.

One challenge was ensuring reliable connectivity within the subway tunnels, which restricted signal transmission. DW Windsor worked with CMS provider Urban Control to integrate smart lighting controls, enabling seamless communication between the central management system (CMS) and the luminaire nodes. This allows remote monitoring and dynamic adjustment of lighting levels, improving long-term operational efficiency.

Graham Skinner, Business Unit Manager at Urban Control, said: “The collaboration between DW Windsor, M Group Highways, and Urban Control has transformed both the lighting and smart control capabilities of Sunbury Cross Subway. By successfully integrating Urban Control CMS technology with luminaires in a challenging subway environment, this project has set a benchmark, with other boroughs and councils now following this pioneering example.”

Gary Thorne, Senior Projects Manager at M Group Highways, said: “The Sunbury Cross Subway project is a fantastic example of how smart lighting technology can enhance both safety and efficiency in urban spaces. This project not only improves visibility and user confidence but also sets a precedent for how intelligent lighting can transform public infrastructure.”

Clients and partners

Client – Surrey County Council

Contractor – M Group Highways

Lighting – DW Windsor

Control – Urban Control

New product innovations, enhanced services, and expanded support.

Leading lighting designer and manufacturer, Ansell Lighting, has unveiled its S18 product catalogue, showcasing a host of new lighting innovations, enhanced customer services, and expanded support tools for electrical wholesalers and contractors.

Key Highlights of S18 include:
Nine New Product Innovations and 212 New SKUs
The S18 catalogue introduces nine brand-new lighting solutions and updates to 12 existing product lines, offering a total of 212 new SKUs. These additions reflect Ansell’s commitment to continuous innovation.

Featured product launches include:

Tornado EVO

A relaunch of one of Ansell’s most popular industrial battens, the revamped Tornado EVO features a host of new enhancements designed to improve performance and ease of installation. Now rated IP66 and IK10, it offers superior protection against dust, water jets, and impact—ideal for heavy-duty indoor or outdoor use. Installation is faster and more flexible thanks to three side conduit entries, a moveable terminal block with three positions, and a disassembled base and diffuser. It will be available in 2ft, 4ft, 5ft, and 6ft sizes and backed by a seven-year warranty.

Foliar Connect

Blending plug-and-play convenience with feature-focused illumination, the Foliar Connect range redefines residential outdoor lighting. The collection Includes three discreet, spike-mounted luminaires: Planter Spike, Mini Flood Spike, and Spot Light Spike, each designed to blend into landscaping while highlighting outdoor features. Available in black or natural green finishes, the range is controlled via a central hub, allowing users to add, remove, or reposition lights without additional electrical work. Offers CCT selection (3000K–4000K) and optional OCTO smart functionality.

LuxMed

A sleek, modern bedhead luminaire designed specifically for healthcare environments such as hospital wards. It features a single-piece body for easy cleaning and hygiene and independent control of up and down lighting to meet LG2 requirements. It comes dimmable as standard and includes a first-fix back plate for quick installation.

S18 also includes details of Ansell’s bespoke LED Strip Cutting Service, launched following the successful debut of its LED-Cell Strip range—believed to be the most comprehensive on the market. The Bespoke LED Strip Cutting Service delivers pre-cut, pre-soldered strips tailored to customer specifications within 72 hours and backed by a five-year warranty.

Ansell continues to enhance its customer service support through the popular On-Site Warranty of up to three years, which provides on-site repair or replacement for registered products, and the newly launched OnSite Survey Service, offering direct installation support from Ansell electricians to help contractors optimise lighting solutions on-site.

Mark Abbott, Managing Director of Ansell Lighting, commented: “S18 is more than a product catalogue – it’s a reflection of our ongoing commitment to innovation, service, and support. From new product launches to expanded services like our Bespoke LED cutting and OnSite Survey, we’re proud to offer solutions that make life easier for our customers.”

The S18 brochure is now available for download at: https://ansell-lighting.com/en/downloads#
Printed copies can be ordered via the online platform or through your local Area Sales Manager (ASM).