Located 2km from Copenhagen’s downtown area, the original Amagerværket power plant was built in 1971 and was located far from residential areas. However, the city’s growing population has led to homes getting closer, and to guarantee safety for those living nearby, the power plant has gone through several upgrades to eliminate any production of harmfulRead more
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We have started introducing the idea of Pharos families in the Designer range to help clarify some areas where the products differ in behaviour. This explainer video provides an overview of the main differences between the families, then in the rest of this Tips and Tricks we will dive into more detail about differences inRead more
Lighting control expert Pharos Architectural Controls has further strengthened its senior team with the appointment of Simon Hicks to Director of Product & Marketing (Left), and the promotion of Tim Edwards to Director of Operations (Right). As Director of Product & Marketing, Simon Hicks will have responsibility for the Pharos product development strategy, while leadingRead more
In the Dutch municipality of Venlo, the new Holland Casino Venlo has opened with much glitz, glamour and glory. The building stands out thanks to its awe-inspiring architecture, firmly putting it on the map as a must-see destination. And, as darkness falls, the casino becomes a sight to behold with its huge LED façade illuminatingRead more
The beautiful country of Sint Maarten is awash with lagoons, beaches and salt pans. Its capital, Philipsburg, is a picturesque mix of cobblestone streets and colourful colonial-style buildings. One of the capital’s attractions is the recently-opened, and already popular, Pirate Experience; an immersive exhibition about the real Pirates of the Caribbean. It takes visitors throughRead more
Tensta, a suburb of Sweden’s capital Stockholm, is home to a shopping centre with a plaza and taxi rank called the Taxingeplan. It’s been neglected for some time, and as a result has led to a feeling of unease and vulnerability for those visiting or passing through. This is exacerbated by its secluded location, lackRead more
Commissioned by the Sultan of Oman, the Arches of Oman is a magnificent water sculpture designed by Giles Rayner. The sculpture stands proudly by The Royal Opera House in Muscat, Oman, and is formed of two entwined stainless-steel tusks that flow around one another, designed to emulate the arches of the Opera House itself. LightingRead more
Renfrew Town Hall currently sits on the exact same location as the original town hall did in 1670. In January 2012 the town hall officially reopened as a visitor attraction, following a £5.2 million programme of restoration works supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund. In 2019, Renfrewshire Town Council appointed lighting solutions specialists LITE toRead more
Striking a pose on the skyline of the hip city of Brisbane, Australia, the new Hotel X is the ultimate in chic destinations. Located in the centre of the city’s Fortitude Valley, also known as the ‘Valley’, this new five-star offering has been designed to reflect its lively and bold neighbourhood. With its distinctive whiteRead more
Eskilstuna is a Swedish town found in the South East of the country, lying to the west of Stockholm. The Eskilstuna River runs through the town, which is crossed over by the Faktoribron bridge. As part of a regeneration project investing in new lighting at a number of locations across the city, the local councilRead more
