Your lighting design journey starts with the preparation of a fee proposal. We will study the plans and prepare an outline cost based on the project’s scale.

REQUIREMENTS

To ensure the best scheme possible we require the latest information as below:

DWG floorplans (GAS) and reflected ceiling plans (RCPs) with as much information as possible including furniture layout
Elevations, where available, of the various rooms
Joinery details where relevant
Kitchen plans and elevations
Confirmation of requirements for lighting designs to meet local building requirements
Artwork locations and dimensions where possible
Landscaping plans
Any information on AV/HVAC to be used on the project
3D model / illustrations for renderings
Detailed interior and landscape design package

PROJECT KICK-START MEETING

The lighting design concept begins with a project kick-off meeting involving all relevant design team members to discuss various details including:

Project programme and coordination
Control options
Formulation of design direction
Architectural features, furniture layouts and finishes
Project brief

DETAILED CONCEPT AND SCHEMATIC DESIGNS

After the initial meeting, the lighting designer will prepare a full set of lighting and CAD plans with a specification and detailed quotation, based around our own collection of fittings. This would include all the light fittings, drivers and controls.The specification and plans include full technical information of what is required on a room-by-room, circuit-by-circuit basis. They detail the exact location of all the fittings, the types of lights and lenses used as well as driver and control details.

Young design team at work in creative office

Flat layout of hands of young contemporary engineer or foreman over sketches

DEVELOPED DESIGN

Once the design schematic and budget has been approved, your lighting designer will create the detailed drawings and specification. We normally liaise with your electrical contractor and we will answer any queries they may have regarding the scheme.

ISSUE FOR CONSTRUCTION

As the project goes to site, we will produce a final issue of all the signed off project documentation for the team on site to carry out the installation. This requires a final update to the lighting design package based on all the latest project information from other team members to confirm all information is current.

REVISIONS

Most projects progress organically, at least in part, and revisions may be required to ensure that the lighting design remains relevant to the latest interior design or architectural details.

We will ensure that we coordinate with other project consultants to incorporate any changes that may be required.

ORDER MANAGEMENT AND DELIVERY

Whenever you are ready for the goods to go to site, our team will take your order and answer any technical questions you may have to ensure a smooth installation. All orders are bagged up on a circuit by circuit, room by room basis for ease of installation on site.

This saves time making life easier for your electrician.

INSTALLATION

Depending on your location, your lighting designer can also recommend a qualified electrician who is familiar with our fittings and arrange for a quotation for installation. We strongly advise the use of an approved electrician to ensure an accurate and cleanly-fitted installation. See FAQs.

COMMISSIONING

Commissioning a lighting scheme is an integral part of any lighting design. Your lighting designer can visit site at the end of the project to ensure that the lighting is as designed, ensure all the lights are used to best advantage and help set up a control system if installed.

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