Tag: lighting design Articles • Hotel Designs

Luxury hotel bedroom at the Caledonian Edinburgh with tufted chandelier by Northern Lights

Industry Insight / 12.01.2026

The challenges of luxury hotel bedroom design (pt.1)

The challenges of luxury hotel bedroom design (pt.1) The first article in an exclusive five-part series for Hotel Designs, Northern Lights explores the hidden...

detail - Porta romana Twisted Compton light

Lighting / 19.12.2025

Year in review: 5 radiant lighting designs of 2025

By: Pauline Brettell

Year in review: 5 radiant lighting designs of 2025 Considered lighting, whether it’s an ambitious architectural feature or the subtle glow of a table...

Selection of Mullan lighting creations hung on bare brick wall

Lighting / 28.08.2025

Glass, brass or abaca – a bright choice for a greener future

By: Meghan Taylor

Glass, brass or abaca – a bright choice for a greener future Mullan Lighting demonstrates how sustainable materials and energy-efficient design can reduce environmental...

Lighting / 30.07.2025

Roundtable: Emerging trends in hospitality design

By: Sophie Harper

Roundtable: Emerging trends in hospitality design In the quirky setting of The Zetter Clerkenwell, Hotel Designs gathered leading designers for an intimate roundtable discussion,...

Vistal lighting collection, one pendant and two wall lights with metal sunbeam accents

Lighting / 24.07.2025

Northern Lights illuminates with new artisanal lighting collections

By: Meghan Taylor

Northern Lights illuminates with new artisanal lighting collections Discover more than 70 handcrafted lighting designs inspired by global landscapes, ancient techniques, and timeless artisan...

outdoor lighting set up, from Sanipex Group's new Commercial Lighting category

Lighting / 13.01.2025

Brightening all corners with Sanipex’s lighting categories

By: Meghan Taylor

Brightening all corners with Sanipex’s lighting categories Choosing the right lighting for any project can be tricky, but the Sanipex Group is making it...

light design by Studio Two Interiors creating an immersive ‘dreamscape cloud’ installation for Somewhere by Nico

Lighting / 27.09.2024

Northern Lights – creating dramatic dreamscapes with immersive lighting

By: Pauline Brettell

Northern Lights – creating dramatic dreamscapes with immersive lighting Bespoke lighting experts at Northern Lights, explore behind-the-scenes prototypes and captivating lighting solutions that transform...

bathroom with built in architectural lighting system from Schluter

/ 16.09.2024

Product watch: Schlüter-LIPROTEC shines a light on interior design

By: Pauline Brettell

Product watch: Schlüter-LIPROTEC shines a light on interior design Schlüter-Systems has strengthened its portfolio of lighting systems for the UK domestic market through the...

room with pendant and standing lamp from Studio Lloyd

Lighting / 30.05.2024

Product watch: Optic from Studio Lloyd

By: Pauline Brettell

Product watch: Optic from Studio Lloyd Studio Lloyd's latest additions to its Vision Collection, the Optic Pendant and Optic Floor Lamp, embody a harmonious...

curved wall with view through to LedsC4 stand at trade show Light & Building

Lighting / 22.03.2024

LedsC4 makes its mark at Light & Building

By: Pauline Brettell

LedsC4 makes its mark at Light & Building Lighting firm LedsC4 made a strong statement at the Frankfurt trade fair with a stand created...

ribbon pendant light from Christopher Hyde lighting

lighting / 18.03.2024

Product watch: the Atmosphere Collection from Christopher Hyde

By: Pauline Brettell

Product watch: the Atmosphere Collection from Christopher Hyde With this collection of uniquely designed contemporary pendants, Christopher Hyde Lighting introduces the Atmosphere Collection... Showcasing...

hands and gloves working on custom making lighting designs by Gabriel Scott

Lighting / 15.02.2024

Gabriel Scott launches its Custom Design Service

By: Pauline Brettell

Gabriel Scott launches its Custom Design Service Gabriel Scott has expanded its product proposition to include a Custom Design Service for both furniture and...

Perlina lighting design by Nina Mair for LedsC4

lighting / 08.02.2024

Product watch: the 2024 Decorative Collection from LedsC4

By: Pauline Brettell

Product watch: the 2024 Decorative Collection from LedsC4 The new 2024-2025 catalogue from LedsC4 focusses on personalisation through its collection of versatile, modular designs...

galaxy gold sphere chandelier from Franklite with contemporary minimalist chair in foreground

Exclusive / 03.01.2024

Roundtable: the emotion of lighting

By: Pauline Brettell

Roundtable: the emotion of lighting Lighting has always been an essential tool in a designers' skillset and now, more than ever, it is being...

lighting over table designed by Sybille de Margerie for Gabriel Scott

Lighting / 18.12.2023

Year in review: 8 top-pick lighting products that launched in 2023

By: Pauline Brettell

Year in review: 8 top-pick lighting products that launched in 2023 Lighting is without question one of the gamechangers when it comes to interiors...

palm trees, vaulted ceilings and chandeliers in The Municipal Hotel Liverpool, MGallery

Lighting / 15.12.2023

Year in review: bespoke brilliance from Northern Lights

By: Pauline Brettell

Year in review: bespoke brilliance from Northern Lights The team at Northern Lights reflect on another year of elevating bespoke lighting to unparalleled heights......

Lighting / 06.12.2023

Franklite prepares special edition lighting catalogue

By: Pauline Brettell

Franklite prepares special edition lighting catalogue Hot off the press – to commemorate its 50th anniversary in 2023 – Franklite has been working on...

stone counter in front of brown tiled wall with architectural tubular lighting above from LedsC4

Lighting / 16.11.2023

Live from HIX: creative lighting solutions from LedsC4

By: Pauline Brettell

Live from HIX: creative lighting solutions from LedsC4 Step onto the LedsC4 stand at HIX to appreciate some of the standout designs from the...

Lighting / 05.10.2023

Statement to signature: lighting ACCOR’s MGallery hotel in Liverpool

By: Pauline Brettell

Statement to signature: lighting ACCOR’s MGallery hotel in Liverpool Accor has opened the doors to its latest UK hotel – The Municipal Hotel Liverpool,...

minimalist table as a desk with open book and MS lamp from Fritz Hansen in front of a window

Lighting / 18.09.2023

Product watch: the MS Series lamp from Fritz Hansen

By: Pauline Brettell

Product watch: the MS Series lamp from Fritz Hansen The new MS Series of lamps by contemporary Danish architect and designer, Mette Schelde for...

restaurant tables in front of central bar with suspended statement globe lighting above the tables by northern Lights

Lighting / 11.09.2023

Northern Lights elevates dining experience at Radisson RED

By: Pauline Brettell

Northern Lights elevates dining experience at Radisson RED Radisson RED Liverpool was once used as student accommodation, but has recently been transformed by KONCEPT...

six ceiling lights suspended from concrete beam from the Crosswater Tranquil Lights Collection

Lighting / 08.09.2023

Crosswater launches debut lighting collection

By: Pauline Brettell

Crosswater launches debut lighting collection Moving into bright new territory, bathroom brand Crosswater has expanded its growing product portfolio into the realm of lighting......

Michael Mulhall from Dernier & Hamlyn working on a light fitting in the workshop

Interview / 05.09.2023

In conversation with: Michael Mulhall, Director of Sales, Dernier & Hamlyn

By: Pauline Brettell

In conversation with: Michael Mulhall, Director of Sales, Dernier & Hamlyn Michael Mulhall is Director of Sales at bespoke lighting specialist Dernier & Hamlyn...

natural adobe house with terracotta pots and Click outdoor lighting from LedsC4

Lighting / 10.05.2023

LedsC4 launch new outdoor lighting solutions

By: Pauline Brettell

LedsC4 launch new outdoor lighting solutions Working from the starting point that lighting is the emotional layer that connects people to spaces, LedsC4 has...

Lighting / 14.04.2023

Product watch: Galaxy and Cosmic from Franklite

By: Pauline Brettell

Product watch: Galaxy and Cosmic from Franklite Franklite continues with its 50th anniversary celebrations by introducing two new product ranges – Galaxy and Cosmic...

coloured glass pendant range of lights against art deco wallpaper. Lights in the Levit, Warner & Romney glass pendant ranges by Northern Lights

Exclusive / 12.04.2023

Just landed: Northern Lights brings texture & nature to SS23 Collection

By: Pauline Brettell

Just landed: Northern Lights brings texture & nature to SS23 Collection EXCLUSIVE: Renowned for its in-house finishes, luxury materials and attention to detail and...

Northern Lights in factory - Hotel Designs

Feature / 06.04.2023

In the factory: behind the scenes with Northern Lights

By: Hamish Kilburn

In the factory: behind the scenes with Northern Lights Editor Hamish Kilburn had a 'day in the life' with the team at Northern Lights....

Collage of lighting projects explored in DESIGN POD Episode 28 circadian lighting

Podcast / 16.03.2023

DESIGN POD explores circadian lighting in latest podcast episode

By: Hamish Kilburn

DESIGN POD explores circadian lighting in latest podcast episode The podcast for all design and architect enthusiasts, DESIGN POD explores the topic of circadian...

lighting by Northern Lights in the theatre at Heythrop Park hotel

Lighting / 27.02.2023

Case study: lighting theatrics from Northern Lights at Heythrop Park Hotel

By: Pauline Brettell

Case study: lighting theatrics from Northern Lights at Heythrop Park Hotel Heythrop Park Hotel’s grand reveal, following a renovation of monumental proportions, was one...

Levels lighting design with handblown glass shades by LedsC4

Lighting / 21.02.2023

LedsC4 unveils new decorative lighting innovations

By: Pauline Brettell

LedsC4 unveils new decorative lighting innovations The new designs from LedsC4 offer greater design customisation with options for a limitless creative experience... New look,...

bespoke lighting in coworth park reception by Dernier & Hamlyn

Lighting / 31.01.2023

Examples of natural hotel lighting by Dernier & Hamlyn

By: Pauline Brettell

Examples of natural hotel lighting by Dernier & Hamlyn Trends in bespoke lighting come and go, however according to Dernier & Hamlyn, a recurring...

interior with Perdita lights from Franklite

Lighting / 20.01.2023

Franklite celebrates 50 years of lighting the way

By: Pauline Brettell

Franklite celebrates 50 years of lighting the way Celebrating its 50th year in the design, manufacture and distribution of high-quality decorative lighting, Franklite continues...

Vermeer wall and ceiling lighting design by Franklite

Roundtable / 15.12.2022

Roundtable: utilising circadian lighting in hotel design

By: Pauline Brettell

Roundtable: utilising circadian lighting in hotel design In Hotel Designs’ latest roundtable, Editor Hamish Kilburn, in association with Franklite, invites leading interior and lighting...

handblown glass ceiling light by Northern Lights for Sopwell House

Lighting / 12.12.2022

Year in Review: Northern Lights celebrates 35 Years of lighting excellence

By: Pauline Brettell

Year in Review: Northern Lights celebrates 35 Years of lighting excellence The Northern Lights team continually designs and crafts lighting installations that transform the...

Lighting / 01.12.2022

Hotel lighting reimagined by Gabriel Scott

By: Pauline Brettell

Hotel lighting reimagined by Gabriel Scott Canadian luxury handmade furniture and lighting brand Gabriel Scott has launched its latest lighting collection, Welles Reimagined, in...

Lighting / 23.11.2022

LEDS C4 lights up Valencia

By: Pauline Brettell

LEDS C4 lights up Valencia The team of lighting designers from LEDS C4 created a temporary light installation on Calatrava’s iconic Hemisfèric building, lighting...

Table lights designed by Northern Lights on display at HIX

Live from HIX / 18.11.2022

Live from HIX: versatile illumination from Northern Lights

By: Pauline Brettell

Live from HIX: versatile illumination from Northern Lights Northern Lights has launched a collection of new decorative lighting designs exclusively at HIX. The designs...

Vermeer ceiling light by Franklite in a grey and white bedroom

Lighting / 28.09.2022

Franklite prepares for 50th anniversary

By: Pauline Brettell

Franklite prepares for 50th anniversary Franklite is gearing up to celebrate a prestigious milestone with next year marking its 50th year in the design,...

Statement lighting by Northern Lights at the Belmond Cadogen

Lighting / 18.08.2022

Bespoke brilliance from Northern Lights

By: Pauline Brettell

Bespoke brilliance from Northern Lights From understated luxe to the avant-garde, Northern Lights have created bespoke luxury lighting for the hospitality sector across a...

Aurelia light design by Northern Lights for Coya restaurant

Lighting / 18.07.2022

Product watch: the Signature Collection by Northern Lights

By: Pauline Brettell

Product watch: the Signature Collection by Northern Lights Combining 35 years of lighting design expertise with cutting edge technology and traditional craftsmanship, the Signature...

Northern Lights designed bespoke celestial lighting for the Galaxy yacht

Case Study / 29.06.2022

Northern Lights creates galactic illumination aboard Galaxy Yacht

By: Pauline Brettell

Northern Lights creates galactic illumination aboard Galaxy Yacht Luxury lighting designer and manufacturer Northern Lights was chosen by Njord, Bergman Design House to create...

lighting by Chelsom from edition27 range

Supplier News / 15.12.2021

Year in Review: Top 7 lighting products that launched in 2021

By: Pauline Brettell

Year in Review: Top 7 lighting products that launched in 2021 Continuing our ‘Spotlight On’ feature this month on ‘Year in Review’, where we...

Supplier News / 05.07.2021

The power of Franklite’s lighting in public areas

By: Hamish Kilburn

The power of Franklite’s lighting in public areas With lighting being the source of energy for hospitality's creativity, Franklite's range of products allows designers...

Feature / 01.10.2020

Confessions of a lighting designer – what is lighting design?

By: Hamish Kilburn

Confessions of a lighting designer – what is lighting design? Throughout October we are, for the second time this year, putting the spotlight on...

Supplier News / 30.09.2020

Light it up: Chelsom officially launches Edition 27

By: Hamish Kilburn

Light it up: Chelsom officially launches Edition 27 More than two years in the making, Chelsom’s brand new lighting collection, Edition 27, has official...

Feature / 30.06.2020

Lighting Case Study: Designing The Bristol

By: Hamish Kilburn

Lighting Case Study: Designing The Bristol The 65-key hotel The Bristol, designed by Earl Swensson Associates (ESa), has a unique lighting story that includes...

Feature / 29.06.2020

CASE STUDY: Lighting The Hoxton Southwark

By: Hamish Kilburn

CASE STUDY: Lighting The Hoxton Southwark A stone’s throw from the River Thames and London’s South Bank, the Hoxton Southwark opened its doors in...

Feature / 15.06.2020

FEATURE: When architecture and lighting design collide

By: Hamish Kilburn

FEATURE: When architecture and lighting design collide Hotel Designs learns the story and latest lighting collection from Buster + Punch, a British home fashion...

Feature / 08.06.2020

CASE STUDY: Lighting the facade of Radisson Blu Hotel, Larnaca

By: Hamish Kilburn

CASE STUDY: Lighting the facade of Radisson Blu Hotel, Larnaca The Radisson Blu, Larnaca was to be illuminated externally with dynamic lighting supplied by...

Feature / 04.06.2020

VIRTUAL ROUNDTABLE: The role of UV lighting in hotel design

By: Hamish Kilburn

VIRTUAL ROUNDTABLE: The role of UV lighting in hotel design With the industry’s attention focused towards possible solutions following the Covid-19 crisis, Hotel Designs,...

Supplier News / 12.04.2019

Christopher Hyde Lighting launches two twists on hotel lighting

By: Hamish Kilburn

Christopher Hyde Lighting launches two twists on hotel lighting Christopher Hyde Lighting, based at the Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour, has added two new products...

/ 02.08.2018

In Conversation With: lighting expert Ian Cameron from Cameron Design House

By: Hamish Kilburn

With lighting design having the ability to make or break a hotel concept, editor of Hotel Designs Hamish Kilburn sat down with the founder and…

/ 11.05.2018

Chelsom Lighting Launches Edition 26

By: Hamish Kilburn

Tapered perforated metal shades, brushed brass rings and even glass icicles were some of the focal trends that were unveiled at Chelsom Lighting’s launch of…

/ 01.05.2018

Q&A: INTERVIEW WITH ATSUSHI KANEDA, LIGHTING DESIGNER, CONRAD OSAKA

By: Katy Phillips

SORAA has always been a fixture in lighting design projects that incorporate strong artistic and design elements. So when world-renowned lighting design firm Worktecht…