DESIGN ONE · ARCHITECTURAL LIGHTING
Facade lighting design & bespoke LED illumination
Design ONE creates facade lighting for hotels, offices, commercial buildings and private homes, shaped around the architecture, materials and surroundings.
We design the lighting concept, luminaires and controls together. From subtle contours to precisely lit details and dynamic lighting scenes, every effect becomes part of the building’s evening character.
Light, designed around your architecture.
LIGHTING DESIGN · FROM CONCEPT TO DETAIL
Facade lighting designed around the architecture
A considered lighting scheme starts with the building’s proportions, surface finishes and main viewpoints. Entrances, neighbouring properties and the wider setting help define what to highlight and where a quieter approach works best.
Lighting for hotels, offices and private homes
A hotel entrance, an office facade and a private home each need a different visual rhythm. We balance the intended atmosphere with the building’s function, scale and everyday use.
Visualisations, light distribution and luminaire layout
Depending on the agreed scope, the design can include visualisations, a luminaire layout and photometric calculations. Position, beam angle and colour temperature are coordinated to create the intended effect.
Cabling, mounting and access for maintenance
We plan cable routes, power supplies, fixing details and service access alongside the lighting. Facade construction and exposure to weather are considered early, while the technical choices can still be coordinated.
NEON · CONTINUOUS LINES OF LIGHT
Outdoor LED neon and architectural contour lighting
Continuous lines of light can trace a cornice, outline a canopy or follow a curved architectural feature. LED neon gives these details a clear, even presence after dark without breaking the geometry into separate points.
UV-resistant LED neon for outdoor use
The neon profile, bending direction and mounting system are selected for the intended outdoor conditions. We coordinate run lengths and power supplies so that the visible line remains consistent across the facade.
Illuminated acrylic and bespoke lighting surfaces
Custom acrylic elements can turn a defined surface or shape into an architectural lighting feature. Dimensions, light distribution, the visible face and installation details are developed together.
PRISMA · LIGHT SHAPED FOR THE FACADE
PRISMA – facade lighting with tailored beam distributions
A carefully shaped beam can reveal a glass fin, a stone column or a distinctive facade detail. PRISMA focuses on matching the luminaire’s light distribution to the architectural element, rather than illuminating everything equally.
Glass fins and distinctive facade elements
Glass, stone and ceramic surfaces respond differently to light. Luminaire positions and optical choices are adapted to the material, geometry and intended viewing angle.
Targeted lighting and glare control
Beam direction and shielding help keep light on the intended surface. The design also considers people approaching the building and views from nearby windows.
At Tópark, bespoke luminaires with a tailored light distribution were developed and manufactured for the architectural glass fins. View the Tópark glass fin lighting project
PIXEL · COLOUR, RHYTHM AND MOVEMENT
PIXEL – dynamic LED facade lighting
Individually controllable LED modules bring colour transitions, patterns and movement to a facade. The lighting scenes are designed around the building’s purpose, the occasion and its day-to-day operation.
RGBW lighting scenes and event colours
RGBW systems can combine white light with coloured scenes for everyday use, events and commemorative occasions. The scene palette and brightness are set to suit the architecture and surroundings.
Pixel mapping and video-based light content
With suitable pixel spacing, viewing distance and control hardware, the facade can display mapped light animations or video-based content. We assess the building’s geometry and the desired effect before defining the system.
The Tópark Zsolnay facade combines RGBW modules with bespoke control, pixel mapping, light animations and video-based content. View the Tópark Zsolnay facade project
GROUND · LIGHT FROM BELOW
Recessed uplighting and textured facade lighting
Recessed ground luminaires can illuminate stonework, columns and vertical facade elements while remaining discreet during the day. Their position and optics determine how the surface appears after dark.
Wall grazing and wall washing
Light placed close to a wall can emphasise its texture and relief. A different offset and beam distribution can create a more even wash. We select the approach around the material and the intended contrast.
Outdoor connections and drainage
Our GROUND luminaires use IP68-rated quick-connectors. The luminaire’s own protection rating, drainage for the complete installation and any mechanical loads are assessed separately for each location.
CUSTOM · BUILT AROUND YOUR PROJECT
Bespoke outdoor luminaire design and manufacture
When an architectural detail calls for a specific shape, mounting method or lighting effect, a bespoke luminaire can resolve the connection between the design and its technical delivery.
Luminaires integrated into architectural details
The housing, fixing points, finish and beam distribution can be developed around the facade construction. Technical drawings and manufacturing documentation translate the concept into a defined, buildable solution.
UV resistance, outdoor protection and servicing
Light sources, seals, finishes and connections are selected for the intended environment. Protection requirements and access to serviceable components are considered as part of the complete luminaire design.
INTELLIGENT CONTROL · THE RIGHT LIGHT AT THE RIGHT TIME
Intelligent facade lighting control
A facade can have a welcoming arrival scene, a quieter evening setting and a restrained late-night mode. A coordinated control system makes these changes part of the building’s normal operation.
DMX, DALI and building management integration
Dynamic effects can use DMX or a suitable pixel controller. Compatible white-light luminaires can use DALI, while integration with a building management system depends on the available interfaces and project requirements.
Scheduling and restrained night-time lighting
We plan operating hours, brightness levels and scene changes alongside the lighting concept. Targeted optics, shielding and dimming help limit unnecessary light beyond the intended facade surfaces.
YOUR QUESTIONS · CLEAR ANSWERS
Facade lighting – design, cost and installation
Every building has different technical conditions and visual goals. These questions help define the scope before we prepare a lighting concept and proposal.
How much does facade lighting cost?
The cost depends on the facade’s size, the intended effect, luminaire and control choices, cabling and mounting requirements. Design, equipment, bespoke manufacture and on-site works are defined in the agreed scope before a detailed quotation is prepared.
When should lighting design begin?
For a new building, lighting design is most useful alongside the architectural and electrical plans. For a refurbishment, begin before facade works so that cables, fixing points and power supplies can be coordinated.
Can lighting be added to an existing building?
Yes, subject to a review of the site conditions. We assess existing electrical services, cable routes, cladding and available fixing points to identify a suitable installation approach.
Can the facade use both white and coloured light?
A suitable RGBW system and controller can provide both. If the project needs only white light, a dedicated white-light solution may be the more appropriate choice.
What IP rating is needed outdoors?
The required protection depends on the mounting position and exposure. A sheltered fitting, an exposed spotlight and a recessed ground luminaire have different conditions. The luminaire, connections and complete installation are reviewed together.
What should I send with my enquiry?
Send facade drawings or photographs, approximate dimensions, the project location and a short description of the intended appearance. Information about cabling, building controls, timing and budget also helps define the next step.
YOUR BUILDING · ITS EVENING CHARACTER
Let’s shape your building’s evening character
Planning a new lighting installation or updating an existing facade? Share drawings or photographs and tell us how you would like the building to appear after dark.
Together, we can define the visual effect, technical possibilities, project scope and budget for a considered facade lighting solution.
For the facade. For its story. Personally for you.
Images illustrate proposed lighting concepts.