From Façade to Footpath – Considerations for Effective Exterior Lighting Design

When specifying external lighting for heritage buildings, there is one key thing to keep in mind. Unlike most tasks of this type, where lighting can be integrated into the project at the early planning stage, with heritage architecture most of the work has already been done (by somebody else, possibly many years ago).

New external lighting – or indeed any addition or renovation – should involve understanding the existing architectural language and fabric; and acknowledging that any changes or upgrades should be about revealing, rather than competing with, this language.

In this session of CPD Live, ‘Heritage Façade Lighting – Balancing Preservation & Performance’, we consider how to approach projects of this type. Beginning by explaining the importance of minimal intervention, reversible installation and protection of significant architectural fabric in this context, our speakers will look at the various options available when lighting heritage façades.

Covering everything from the factors to consider when selecting luminaires and the ways different heritage materials respond to light, to the use of lighting as a tool for revealing architectural elements, they will lay the groundwork for success in these types of projects.

At the end of this presentation, you should be able to:

• Outline the key considerations when lighting heritage-listed and heritage-context architecture.
• Explain how heritage significance influences lighting design decisions.
• Outline the importance, in this context, of minimal intervention, reversible installation and protection of significant architectural fabric.
• Develop lighting solutions that enhance heritage architecture without overpowering or altering its character.

This presentation will deliver outcomes related to the following Competency/s from the National Standard of Competency for Architects 2021:

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA FOR PROJECT INITIATION AND CONCEPTUAL DESIGN

PC 18 – Be able to apply creative imagination, design precedents, research, emergent knowledge and critical evaluation in formulating and refining concept design options, including the exploration of three dimensional form and spatial quality

PC 25 – Be able to draw on knowledge from the history and theory of architecture as part of preliminary design research and when developing the conceptual design.

PC33 – Be able to investigate, coordinate and integrate sustainable environmental systems – including water, thermal, lighting and acoustics – in response to consultants’ advice.

Joshua Anstis

Business Development Manager – Euroluce

With over 11 years of experience in the lighting industry, Joshua brings hands-on expertise across commercial, residential, heritage, exterior and infrastructure projects. Having worked closely with architects, designers, engineers and developers, he understands the diverse requirements of lighting design and specification. Joshua has also collaborated with leading international lighting manufacturers, gaining valuable insight into industry-leading products, innovation and best practice.

Projects:

• ECU Perth City Campus
• Cable Beach Resort
• Council House Perth
• St Georges Cathedral Perth
• Aquinas Performing Arts Precinct

Daniel Berenger

Regional Sales Manager for Australia and New Zealand – Lumascape

With 14 years of experience spanning all facets of the lighting industry, Daniel brings extensive expertise in business development, brand expansion and distribution strategy. He has successfully introduced leading international lighting brands to the Australian market and played a key role in establishing distribution agreements across the ANZ region.

Projects:

• 1 Martin Place
• 343 George Street
• Shine Dome ACT
• Flinders Train Station
• The Sydney Opera House