SGM Rail Lights at London Science Museum
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“I was looking for a source that could fulfill a range of functions, including daytime exhibition lighting and event lighting. As a result, I needed a fixture that allowed full remote control of colour and intensity,” explained WL’s lighting designer, Jason Larcombe, in regard to choosing SGM’s R-2s.
WL was asked to deliver a system that would keep the museum’s existing look during the day, yet have the ability to be transformed at night for special events.
“I treated the design in a very theatrical way as I wanted the exhibits to look and feel realistic. We programmed a range of coloured scenes, which can be recalled via an iPad, and offer the in-house event teams the opportunity to easily change the colour of the gallery for their individual events,” comments Larcombe.
For this particular project, it was important to provide a long-term lighting solution alongside an installation that was sympathetic to the exhibition.
“At all stages, we were looking to provide the most affordable solution to the museum, which meant minimising infrastructural work. SGM’s R-2’s integral wireless option and ability to be track-mounted did just that,” says Larcombe.
WL drew on the full-colour R-2 Rail lights for the Lower Level of the Museum as they provided the exact flexibility that Jason was looking for.
“The units are compact, bright, and, due to very flexible fittings, perfect for the accent lighting of exhibits. I like the fact that you can simply retrofit existing exhibition fittings, providing a wealth of creative opportunity,” concludes Larcombe.
(Jim Evans)
