LIGHTING & CONTROL SYSTEMS Boosting flexibility and sustainability in
renovated office building TRIDONIC UK has played a key role in the renovation of the Distillers Building in Smithfield, Dublin, delivering an advanced lighting control solution in partnership with ACEC Distributors. The project demonstrates how intelligent, future-proof lighting technology can support flexibility, sustainability and long-term compliance in modern commercial environments. The Distillers Building has undergone a
Impactful and high-end luxury lounges
As part of the full fit-out and refurbishment of the premium hospitality suites at the NEC’s BP Pulse Live Arena, a wide variety of luminaires from LIGHT FORMS have been specified for the design-led spaces. Appointed by leading
fit-out company, Dawnvale Group, Light Forms collaborated with them and the visionary interior designers Jump Studios to create a seamless and sophisticated guest experience. At the core of the arena,
the Tempo Lounge is equipped to accommodate hundreds of guests during live events. The bespoke lighting for the neon sign was developed by the Light Forms team, who also crafted a custom, made-to-measure curved solution using the Serpentine luminaires over the bar. Several Nova Medium 62 surface mounted fixtures were specified in
black for a sleek look and to spotlight key areas of the space.
The 4/4 Lounge
redefines dining with plush sofas, elegant banquette seating, and a striking feature bar, all brought to life through their bespoke lighting solutions. In this space, Light Forms designed the custom ceiling discs and the neon sign. The impactful lighting and wider interiors deliver a stylish, functional environment for guests. Light Forms' wall lights
were also specified in the Show Deck, an exclusive
space offering panoramic stage views, luxurious seating, and a private bar. Just steps from the action, it delivers an unforgettable VIP experience for guests. Ruth Janas, furniture sales and design support at Dawnvale Group, comments: “This project was a unique and exciting challenge to work on, with a timescale of just seven weeks to complete. It was a pleasure to work with Light Forms on the lighting elements for bespoke fixtures, which met the design brief of impactful and high-end luxury.” ▄
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major transformation, sensitively redeveloping its original limestone structure into a contemporary seven- storey office building. Designed to accommodate multiple government departments, the project required a highly adaptable lighting control system capable of delivering granular control, robust data and long-term operational efficiency. Working closely with ACEC, Tridonic supplied a comprehensive wired DALI-2 lighting control solution across the building’s numerous floors. Spaces were logically zoned to allow for future reconfiguration, ensuring the system can evolve alongside changing occupancy and usage requirements. The installation features Tridonic
sceneCOM EVO DA2 application controllers, MSensor G3 PIR sensors in surface-mounted and recessed variants, DALI-2 XCG3 push-button couplers, DALI-2 scene plates and high-efficiency DALI-2 LED drivers. The system is managed via Tridonic’s lightMONITOR head-end software, providing a clear graphical overview of lighting assets, automated emergency testing and detailed compliance reporting. Sustainability was a central focus of the
project. Tridonic’s generation 4 drivers and boards are C2C-approved to help reduce embodied carbon, with average driver efficiencies exceeding 92%. Intelligent presence detection and daylight- responsive dimming ensure lighting is used only when required, significantly reducing energy consumption while maintaining
University campus cast in a new light
Aiming to provide a low-maintenance, energy-efficient solution, ZUMTOBEL and THORN have provided a comprehensive lighting scheme for the refurbishment of Sacred Heart University’s Dingle campus in County Kerry, Ireland. The project involved adapting a 19th-century Christian Brothers School building into modern teaching spaces while maintaining the structure’s historic features. Inside the building, Zumtobel products
were installed to provide general and feature lighting. Classrooms and seminar rooms use Beta 3, Chalice 3 and IQ Wave luminaires designed to deliver uniform, glare-free illumination. VIVO track-mounted spotlights highlight the interior stonework. In the new extension, Slotlight Infinity II Round pendants, custom-made in red, were used alongside recessed Slotlight Infinity II fittings. Stairwells feature the same red Slot pendants combined with Novaline wall
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high visual comfort throughout the building. “Tridonic’s control solutions have enabled
us to deliver a highly flexible and future- ready lighting system that supports the client’s sustainability ambitions,” says Paul O’Connor, MD at ACEC. “The availability of detailed energy and usage data also allows us to carry out post-occupancy evaluation and identify further opportunities for energy savings.” ▄
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luminaires. All interior luminaires include absence and daylight sensors to adjust output according to occupancy and natural light levels. Externally, Thorn products were selected
for their durability in the coastal environment, with C5 corrosion-resistant
finishes. The exterior scheme includes Urba Bollards, Raze floodlights, Isaro Pro and Urba lanterns, Piazza luminaires, Contrast architectural floodlights, and Eroa façade uplights. Some bollards were retrofitted with power outlets for future campus events. The outdoor lighting uses a
combination of colour temperatures, with warmer tones highlighting sandstone elements and cooler whites for limestone, creating visual contrast while illuminating the building after dark. Internally, colour temperatures are specified at 3000 K in communal areas and 4000 K in classrooms and offices. The installation was designed to balance functional lighting with subtle heritage highlighting, ensuring spaces are suitable for both learning and circulation while preserving architectural features. Philip Dewey, key account manager at Thorn and Zumtobel Lighting, says: “The building itself holds historical significance, and I aimed to accentuate those architectural details through careful illumination. Internally, that meant balancing modern, functional lighting with subtle heritage highlighting. For the exterior, I chose a dynamic mix of 4000K and 3000K colour temperatures to enhance the façade and make the structure stand out after dark.” ▄
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