Tridonic UK has supported the successful redevelopment of Reed Smith’s new London headquarters at 1 Blossom Yard, delivering a connected, future-ready lighting solution in partnership with Artech Lighting. The project demonstrates how intelligent lighting technology can elevate workplace experience, support flexible working, and contribute to high sustainability performance in modern commercial environments.
Reed Smith’s new 126,000 sq ft office blends the character of a historic warehouse with contemporary architectural design, creating a workspace that encourages collaboration, well-being and operational efficiency. Designed to accommodate a global law firm with flexible working, the project required a lighting scheme capable of supporting multiple configurations.
Reed Smith’s relocation to 1 Blossom Yard involved a complete transformation of the warehouse interior to create a modern, connected workspace. Artech Lighting collaborated closely with Troup Bywaters + Anders, Bancroft and Overbury to deliver a full lighting and controls package that balanced innovation, efficiency and sustainability.
The architectural complexity of the space required bespoke luminaires designed to coordinate precisely with varied finishes throughout the building. Key challenges included ensuring seamless interaction between daylight and artificial light, accommodating individual employee needs, and supporting a wide range of workspace configurations – from small project groups to full office reconfigurations.
To achieve a fully integrated and intuitive lighting environment, Artech supplied a tailored package of bespoke luminaires powered by Tridonic DALI technology. The use of Tridonic DALI drivers enables end users to access a simple, intuitive controls solution without compromising on performance or flexibility.
The installation includes:
240 bespoke linear and square luminaires equipped with Tridonic EXC4 DALI drivers
Module LLE24 ADV6 LED boards delivering uniform, high‑efficiency illumination
EM ConverterLED PRO inverters with LiFePO₄ battery emergency gear for long‑life, DALI‑2 compliant emergency lighting
Constant‑voltage drivers supporting Nastro Neon LED strip lighting
Artech Lighting also supplied more than 2,000 metres of Flowline and Chicane luminaires across 250 bespoke systems, all operating in harmony with Tridonic’s lighting controls.
The Module LLE 24 mm 1250 lm HV ADV6 provides uniform light distribution, broad lens compatibility, and a long 102,000-hour lifetime, supporting both visual comfort and long‑term sustainability.
The EM ConverterLED PRO inverter and LiFePO₄ battery deliver a low-profile DALI‑2 emergency driver with automatic testing, a 100,000-hour lifetime, and high-temperature cells offering up to 12-year design life – ensuring robust compliance and reduced maintenance demands.
Together, Artech’s custom luminaires and Tridonic’s DALI technology create a workspace lighting system that is comfortable, energy‑efficient and aesthetically aligned with the building’s architectural vision.
The resulting solution enables building managers to easily control lighting scenes via smartphone or tablet, supporting a highly adaptable working environment that can evolve with Reed Smith’s needs. Tridonic worked closely with Artech Lighting throughout the project, supplying components and providing UK-based technical support to ensure seamless integration.
The project also achieved BREEAM Excellent, aligning with Tridonic’s Tridonic360 sustainability approach and reinforcing Reed Smith’s commitment to responsible, future-focused workplace design.
“Our goal was to support Artech in delivering a lighting system that feels effortless for end users while offering the depth of control expected in a modern legal workspace,” said Alec Fielding, UK Key Accounts Manager at Tridonic. “The result is a connected, adaptable solution that will continue to evolve with Reed Smith’s needs.”
Project Credits
Client: Reed Smith
Lighting Technology: Tridonic UK
Lighting Partner: Artech Lighting
Photography: Supplied by WorkBench, Photographer: Andrew Boyd