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Prize(s) Winners in Bar and Restaurant Lighting Design
Company: LIGHTORIGIN STUDIO
Lead Designer: Eugenia Cheng
Other Designer: Ivan Zhang
Client: Hongkong Land and Artifact Bar
Photo Credits: Lit Ma of Common Studio Ltd.
Other Credits: Interior Design by NC Design + Architecture Limited
Completion Date: April 2023
Project Location: Hong Kong

Entry Description:
Artifact, a speakeasy bar concealed within BaseHall Central's basement in Hong Kong, draws inspiration from subterranean cisterns. Its design merges architectural finesse with creative lighting, promising patrons an extraordinary and ethereal ambience. Guests are welcomed by circular windows resembling industrial pipes, adorned with digital light art, initiating an immersive architectural and lighting journey. Throughout the bar, strategically placed lights accentuate bold architectural structures, while a surreal circular skylight bathes the space in a soft, sunset-like glow, enhancing the sensory experience. The design extends to private rooms, maintaining a theatrical atmosphere with pipe-like windows emitting radiant hues reminiscent of sunset light.

Sustainability Approach:
The project prioritizes sustainability by sourcing 90% of lighting fixtures locally, employing long-lasting LED technology with easily maintainable and replaceable components. Energy-efficient COB modules and SMD LED strips are utilized, along with a dimming control system and lighting software.

Company Description:
LightOrigin Studio, a Hong Kong-based lighting design and consultancy studio, focuses on achieving a balance between design ideology and practicality. With a commitment to human-centric, sustainable, and energy-efficient design, the studio seeks to illuminate and enhance architectural spaces through the interplay of light, shadow, color, and contrast.

Let your architecture speak volumes, and your lighting illuminate with subtle boldness. Find the perfect blend of architectural elements and captivating light to achieve a harmonious and visually striking space 🏰✨

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Optimize your lighting design by avoiding spotlights or downlights that create shadows.
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This month, as we celebrate Women in Lighting, we're shining a spotlight on the visionary artist Jen Lewin! 🌟
Born in 1974 and based in New York, Lewin's passion for large-scale interactive installations in public spaces reflects her belief that art has the power to unite communities and inspire active participation. Experience her iconic project "The Pool," a sprawling field of concentric circles that come to life with swirling lights when activated by footsteps. This playful concept entices both adults and children to jump and run, leaving behind a dazzling light trail. With just the push of a button, Lewin transforms the color scheme, creating unexpected moments of wonder and delight for visitors to pause and appreciate. Since its inception in 2008, "The Pool" has captivated audiences in over 20 countries, leaving a trail of awe and inspiration in its wake. 🌈💫

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The world of light temperature is an interesting one! The transformative impact of light color temperature on objects, paint colors, and overall ambience in interior design is not to be ignored. Explore how different colors subtly influence the atmosphere in your spaces ✨