Three identical lightwells generate an arresting source of natural light, transforming what was once a dreary, non-descript room into an atmospheric, versatile space.
From a logistical standpoint the prefabrication of the lightwells meant time on site was kept to a minimum - just one working day for the old roof to be demolished and replaced with the new structure, incorporating not only the new lighting but also a concealed air conditioning unit. Fresh air enters the space via an elegant linear channel inscribed into the ceiling; warm stale air is extracted via a series of small holes evenly spaced around the top edge of each lightwell.
The lighting theme continues in the entrance hall. A well-proportioned stainless steel plane sits within the glazed entranceway. During the day, the reflectivity of the material animates the ambient light conditions. At night its underside is bathed in the company’s corporate blue, courtesy of the LED lighting recessed into the floor plinth.
