The medium of light can transform a space. It can reveal texture, alter atmosphere, bring joy, amazement and delight.

A creative lighting design consultancy.

Discerning use of light patterns, colour temperature, intensity or direction influences the form of every space differently.

Lighting design is often considered a mix of art and science. We marry the two together – combining understanding and visual appreciation of the three-dimensional space with expertise that ensures all technical aspects are delivered.

Interpreting your vision and aspirations for a space – with a thorough grasp of the building’s layout and design – allows for truly integrated lighting solutions.

At QODA LIGHT, we work collaboratively with design teams, balancing individual needs while constantly keeping the ultimate vision in sight.

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Case studies

  • Project

    Sherborne House

    QODA LIGHT are working with Spase Architects and Sherborne House Trust, developing the lighting design on the Grade I Listed building, which the Trust is seeking to transform into an accessible events and art exhibition venue. Featuring a café and restaurant, the building is also set to boast an additional flexible office, artists' studio, and workshop space whilst a contemporary multifunction rear extension has also been proposed. One of the may significant features is the staircase, decorated with a magnificent mural painted by Sir James Thornhill, who also worked on the Painted Hall, St Paul's Cathedral, and works at Chatsworth House. We are developing bespoke luminaires to increase the general illuminance levels, whilst also adding discreet display lighting to light the mural.

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    Royal West of England Academy

    QODA LIGHT worked with the Royal West of England Academy (RWA) and Childs Sulzmann Architects on the ‘Light and Inspiration project’. The project aimed to transform the experience for visitors and communities within the spectacular Grade II* listed building. The magnificent Sharples and Winterstoke galleries benefitted from upgraded lighting with modern flexible systems allowing the artworks to be wonderfully viewed. Additional galleries are also enjoying a similar approach. The lighting for the reception and main circulation routes all benefitted from upgraded lighting, sensitively introduced to complement the interior spaces. A newly refurbished Café and Loggia will also provide new facilities for visitors to the RWA.

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    Charterhouse pedestrianisation master plan

    As part of the campus-wide pedestrianisation Master Strategy at Charterhouse School, QODA LIGHT were appointed to support the client and design team. The task was to establish a lighting strategy for the Old School, Queens Drive and Dukes Drive areas of the site, which was then broken down to suit the phased programme proposed. Our solution included selecting a family of luminaires that considered the relationships between different areas and reinforced the landscape architect’s designs – all with the added challenge of considering the sensitive historic nature of the buildings and their surroundings.

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    St Peter’s College, University of Oxford

    St Peter’s College recently acquired Castle Hill House for student accommodation. The site gave QODA, working with Design Engine Architects, some unique challenges. Part of the city’s historic fabric, and with numerous level changes, the brief for the building included a Passivhaus approach. The QODA LIGHT team carried out a daylighting study to optimise building massing, room layouts, window sizes and position. Via parametric solar studies we advised on the optimum spacing between buildings to reduce ‘canyon’ effect and the impact of solar energy. A climate-based façade design was then developed to give the occupants the right levels of daylight and sunlight.

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THINKING ABOUT...

Biographies

Simon Dove

Simon Dove has been working with light for his entire 30-year career. He’s worked across many sectors on designs large and small but, with any project, feels a collaborative approach is essential for a fruitful outcome.

He believes lighting design should have people at its core – allowing them to perform tasks, and explore and navigate safely. To enjoy their environment and control unwanted light. That we should constantly explore new ideas and technologies to deliver creative design solutions, but not discard established concepts.

Ben Porter

Ben has over 14 years of Specialist Lighting Design experience working both in the UK and further afield. As part of the QODA Light team he is responsible for managing projects and resources from conception to completion, working closely to design briefs and budgets as required.

His role sees him collaborating closely with clients and fellow design team members by demonstrating the benefits well considered lighting can have on their spaces. Be it creating eye catching concepts at the earlier stages of a project or working with the contractor to ensure the details are meticulously accurate during construction, he takes great pride in providing a creative and hands on service.

Panos Ferentinos

As an Associate Lighting Designer, Panos is responsible for liaising with clients to liaison lead the formulation of creative conceptual ideas, maintaining close contact throughout the detail design and construction stages. Panos has over 15 years’ experience working in the UK, Europe, Asia, and the US. He has worked on a varied portfolio of project including projects within listed buildings, private residences, restaurants, commercial retail outlets, hotels, museums, and public spaces.

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