Clockwise from top left: Concept Sketch, 30 St Mary Axe, London, UK (Steve Power); Rendering, Millennium Dome, Greenwich, UK (Mark Major); Daylight testing, UCL, London, UK (Nils von Leesen); Lighting Study Model, 30 St Mary Axe, London, UK (BID/Steve Power); Concept Drawing, Ocean Terminal, Edinburgh, UK (Francis Milloy); Chandelier test, St. Paul’s Cathedral, London, UK (Mandy Reynolds); Lighting Test, Terminal 5, Heathrow, UK (Mark Major); Computer Visual, Copenhagen Opera House, Denmark (Sandra Downie)

At Speirs and Major Associates we have developed a unique approach to lighting design. This ensures freedom for creative thinking while also guaranteeing that the more practical requirements of the project are met. While our basic services are formulated to follow a flexible design process, we can equally provide a service for clients needing a more tailored approach. Such additional services might include detailed sunlight and daylight analysis, computer visualisation and modelling and product development and testing.

• Development of the lighting brief and strategic thinking are an essential part of coming up with good ideas. Our creative approach explores the unique qualities of each project.

• Each lighting concept considers image and function alongside costs, buildability and ease of maintenance; design for special needs and sustainability are integrated into the design from an early stage.

• We pride ourselves on clear communication of our ideas through sketches, models, images, words, diagrams and animations.

• Design development is critical to the review of opportunity, risk and value. Early dialogue with the design and construction team allows for improved integration of the lighting systems. Mock-ups and tests demonstrate the intention of the design and inform the construction process.

• Attention to detail throughout the design and production process means that we deliver comprehensive packages of drawings, specifications and details for incorporation into construction documentation.

• We provide support to the construction team allowing for quick responses to the co-ordination and installation of the lighting systems, including attendance on site where required.

• Through continual evaluation of the scheme and assisting with commissioning, programming and focus of the lighting systems we ensure delivery of the agreed lighting concepts.

• We can also provide project follow-up by helping with planning of the maintenance and management of the finished lighting scheme.

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