Light Electric

A London-based lighting design and research studio.

We work in collaboration with global brands, architects, engineers and practitioners of the arts to deliver pioneering lighting solutions that influence and unlock the extraordinary potential of light.

Our specialist team has the expertise to craft the most complex installations around the uniqueness of their surroundings, to transform the perception of a space and ensure an exceptional aesthetic and experience.

Using discreet equipment with less infrastructure, power and excess, Light Electric creates sustainable, resilient design, with the freedom to be highly adaptive and play on scale with minimal intrusion, placing light where it's needed. 

Our extensive lighting assets are influential, innovative and progressive.

Available worldwide by land, by sea and by air - Less power, more light.
More light
DUA LIPA
PUMA® 'FLUTUR'
LOUIS VUITTON
TIM WALKER

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HAJIME SORAYAMA
CARIBBEAN
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THE ART OF THE LUMINARIE
THE OSCARS
BRITISH FILM INSTITUTE
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INSTAGRAM
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SAMSUNG
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ANSELM KIEFER
ICA
ARNOLD & HENDERSON
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ZAHA HADID
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JOHN LOBB
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WROTHAM PARK
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Research design Module
Research design Module
Light Electric have introduced a focused module to assist in the development of commissioned exploratory research and feasibility studies for our clients. 

The module extends our capabilities to research, test, develop and deliver truly innovative designs for your projects.

We continue to explore the true potential of new soft laser technology and how this singularly flexible method of illumination has the ability to revolutionise lighting systems.

Combining design and technology Light Electric will push beyond the limitations of existing infrastructures, to substantially lower the energy footprint of lighting solutions, whilst simultaneously expanding the paradigm creative.
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T: +44 (0) 20 7392 2112
E: studio@lightelectric.uk
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Registered address:
2 Leman Street
London E1W 9US

Urban Electric Company Ltd
15 Wadeson Street
London E2 9DR
case study 1 | zaha hadid - vitra fire station
To commemorate the twentieth anniversary of Zaha Hadid’s famous Vitra Fire Station in Weil am Rhein, Germany. Urban Electric was appointed by events production company 6up, to create a bespoke environment for a Basel Biennale reception dinner. The intimate event was in honor of a new installation by the architect called Prima commissioned by crystal manufacturer Swarovski.

An initial meeting was held with the designer from Zaha Hadid, to determine detailed information regarding the structural qualities of the project. Urban Electric recognised that the unusual structure of the Vitra Fire Station was comparable to ancient neolithic stone formations, featuring beautiful geomantic avenues and solar alignments. From this finding came the inspiration to expand the environment using high lux film lighting from Germany to create the effect of artificial sunlight, enhancing the building’s obliquely intersecting concrete planes. The natural internal avenues were intentionally overlit, representative of a blinding sunset. The immediate open public space of the fire station was left clean and pristine.

The movements of the at-table service and gourmet kitchen were enhanced leaving guests in a comfortable twilight drawing prominance towards the underlit prima sculpture on the building’s open face. The two banqueting tables were precision lit by integrating ‘Dedo-heads’ into the original lighting tracks suspended from the ceiling. To honour the design process of the building, Primas transulcant reflective surfaces were illuminated with LED technology, creating a suitable prestigious scene.
case study 2 | samsung galaxy s9 - the night reimagined
To mark the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+ phones, Advertising Agency BBDO approached Urban Electric with a brief to design a large-scale installation to wow London with light.

Urban Electric conceived the idea to transform the London skyline, by projecting a rainbow of soft laser light over the River Thames, using large state-of-the-art reflective panels called Lightstream ®. To maximise the viewing angle and alter its multi-coloured perspective, the light would diagonally change trajectory and twist in the night sky. Designed to demonstrate the capabilities of the Samsung S9 camera to a considerable audience, this never-seen-before amalgamation of technologies and creative art on an unprecedented scale would become a world first.

Working from a Tower Bridge location, the immediate challenge was to establish a suitable stop point for the laser light; The Civil Aviation Authority were consulted at length to gain approvals for safety standards, due to low flying aircraft landing at Heathrow and City airports. A short-list of potential landmarks was drawn up and after much consideration with the support of management, Broadgate Estates, the iconic Leadenhall building was decided upon - By reason of its distinctive height, the epic potential for casting laser light and pivotal position in the heart of the city.

With health and safety of paramount importance, a detailed analysis had to be conducted by Urban Electric to form the most comprehensive risk assessment, ensuring conditions and restrictions were adhered to. From the initial brief, the design process included concept development, collaboration with the client, on-site viability assessments, and a studio client workshop. A full-scale mock-up on site defined the solution and finally, full in-house production of all location logistics was conducted.

Throughout the live production, Urban Electric worked together with the Leadenhall engineers, the upper mechanical floors of the building were locked down and laser light directed at them, illuminating the city for three nights with spectacular colour enhanced by the complex combinations of movement and intensity, creating magnificent iridescent effects and an ethereal spectacle.
case study 3 | jaeger-lecoultre
Urban Electric was assigned by leading Swiss watchmaker Jaeger LeCoultre to collaborate on an opulent reveal of their new collection of luxury timepieces.

In keeping with the brands prized authenticity and heritage, an intimate mirrored lounge in the heart of London’s Mayfair was optioned as the venue, guests were invited to discover the collection and pay tribute to the expertise and craftsmanship of the watchmaker.

A client workshop hosted by Urban Electric was scheduled with the creative team at Jaeger LeCoultre to explore a unanimous design concept for the event. The outcome was to present the exhibition in four large hero display cabinets using soft laser optical targeting to spotlight the wristwatches.

Real-time analysis of viewing angles and reflections were simulated, the creative programming followed. The composition of the internal cabinets LED sources and remote laser lighting were key to sign off on the creative direction of the project.

Unusually, yet essentially, rigging attachments to the venue required exclusive use of vacuum suction for the equipment in order to conform to the highly restrictive parameters that were insisted by the venue. Refinement of the angles of illumination ensured the true depth of colour would be visible under scrutiny. Balancing the internal broad CRI with the external laser FX source.

Choreographed to the clients satisfaction and pre-programmed ahead of launch, brand graphics were integrated and laser projected on the evening, offering a unique experience for guests to reflect on some moments of illusion and timeless luxury.