University of Auckland by Deco Light

ArchiPro Project Summary - Revitalization of the University of Auckland Atrium and Quad Canopy with innovative lighting solutions to enhance ambiance and functionality.

Title:: University of Auckland
Lighting Installer:: Deco Light
Category:: Community/; Educational

Deco Light® was engaged (via Beca) to brighten up a slightly tired area. A complete refurbishment was going to be costly, so UoA wanted to look at lighting options. In consultation with Beca, we decided to light the Atrium with a fairy and festoon light overhead. The overhead was positioned close to the gabled glass ceiling to take advantage of the reflections off the glass. The Quad canopy area was enhanced with LED vintage-look festoons lights, following the canopy profile to enhance reflections off the white canopy.

The result is a bright, eye-catching area that draws people in. The existing structure and architecture has been enhanced by the lighting overheads which provide an impressive level of lighting to the dining space.

These overheads can be designed to suit any space and budget. The density of lighting can be varied and the lighting level can be controlled with Deco Light Spira to automatically change as the ambient light levels change. For example, on a bright sunny day the overheads will be off. On a dull, overcast day, the overheads can turn on and adjust to suit the lighting level required.

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“Controlling and shaping light and shadows,
reflections, refractions and even colour!”

Deco Light® was established in the early 2000’s as the Decorative Lighting Company. The current owner purchased the company in 2011 and has applied a more technical and project focus to the business.

Deco Light® sources a wide range of decorative lighting and lighting control products, manufactured to meet our detailed specifications. We do not use “off the shelf” products as we demand higher quality and maximum durability. The product range that may be applied to your project includes:

Commercial Grade Fairy Lights. 240v and 24v – applied as suitable for each project. Heavy duty rubber cable for maximum UV tolerance, waterproof connectors, and top-quality high-output LEDs.
Wash Lights. Linear, Square or Flood RGB / RGBW lights to highlight any building or structure.
LED Strip and Neon Flex. Silicone rubber flex with high-grade LED Strip for maximum brightness, control and impact.
Festoon. Full DMX colour-changing and Vintage-look festoon with LED Soft Filament Bulbs that are designed to last.
Christmas Trees and Motifs. Trees of any size, walk-though Christmas Baubles, 2D or 3D Motifs – enhanced with controlled colour changing LED lighting
Pixel Facade Lighting and Signage. Add the wow factor to any building facade with our media pixel technology.

We have several design principles that ensure our products and services are the best available:

Quality. Deco Light® products and services are always of the highest quality. Robust rubber-insulated cable, high output LEDs, top quality power supplies, stainless steel rigging hardware etc. We do not promise to be the cheapest – quality has a price – but we will always deliver the best value for money.
Longevity. Our products are designed to last and not end up in the landfill after only a year or two. We avoid anything that cannot be maintained throughout its serviceable lifetime.
Transparency. Our pricing breakdown will show you what you will get for your project. If we use less product to achieve the project result, the price will reduce accordingly.

At the core of every Deco Light® project is our unique, online Controller. Deco Light Spira is an IoT (Internet of Things) connected Controller that offers superior flexibility and control of your lighting installation:

Access control from any Browser or Smartphone and set the colours or effects you desire.
On and off times that change as seasons change
Preset events for different celebrations or control them on-the-fly via the App
Control the Town Centre lighting with coordinated effects moving up and down the street
Remotely set colours and effects to reflect world events
Monitor the installation ensure it is working, with alarm reporting of any issues.

The experienced team at Decolight® would be delighted to assist with the design of your lighting project – including landmark or protected tree design, commercial main street overhead lighting solutions, Town Centre lighting plans or classic Christmas decorations.