The Shard, London

Interior & Ambience, Landmark, Urban & Landscape

The Shard, built in London in 2012, is the tallest tower in the European Union with a viewing platform twice the height of any other in the capital. Itwas designed by Italian architect Renzo Piano who is said to have been inspired by the spires of London churches.

The Shard’s observation deck, the “View from the Shard”, was opened to the public in February 2013
Networked Pharos LPCs control multiple Lumenpulse lighting fixtures within the pinnacle, as well as Philips iColor flex fixtures to illuminate the viewing gallery entrance canopy
Image Technique a unique LED canopy video wall also controlled by the LPC 4s. The custom content is used to introduce an enhanced experience from the ground level, and won Image Technology the award for Digital Signage Project of the Year
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