Specialist lighting design

Well-designed lighting can enhance all aspects of the human experience. Not only does light provide an understanding of form, space, and material, but it also affects our senses, emotions, health and wellbeing. At WSP, we understand the profound impact that thoughtful lighting design can have on creating environments that inspire and uplift.

Innovative specialist lighting design

WSP's Specialist Lighting Design team provides independent, innovative, and creative lighting designs for all types of projects in the built environment. Our skilled lighting designers bridge the gap between the aesthetic and technical aspects of lighting, creating outcomes that are fully integrated with architectural and engineering services. We ensure that every project benefits from a harmonious blend of functionality and beauty.

With lighting designers and engineers located in all main cities across Australia, we offer dedicated, localised services to clients in every region. Our national team provides access to a diverse range of lighting design skills and expertise, ensuring that we can handle projects of any size and complexity. Whether you're facing tight deadlines or unique design challenges, WSP's specialist lighting team is equipped to deliver exceptional results.

Our lighting design strategies

At WSP, our lighting design strategy is driven by a commitment to innovation, collaboration, and sustainability. We believe that exceptional lighting design goes beyond mere illumination - it transforms spaces, influences emotions, and enhances overall wellbeing. Our approach combines cutting-edge technology, creative vision, and a deep understanding of human-centric design principles to deliver lighting solutions that are both functional and inspiring. Explore our key strategies that make our lighting design process truly exceptional:

Innovation at its best

As designers of light, we take our clients in new directions and encourage a range of possibilities to be explored to achieve the very best visual, environmental and technical results. Our approach ensures that each project benefits from cutting-edge technologies and sustainable practices, enhancing both the aesthetic appeal and functionality of spaces.

Collaborative excellence

We take a collaborative approach with our clients and design team, blending a deep understanding of the complex issues involved with close attention to detail. Our team works seamlessly with architects, interior designers, and engineers to ensure that lighting solutions are integrated smoothly into the overall project design.

Human-centric design

At WSP, we help our clients to truly appreciate the conceptual, behavioural, and psychological effects of light and how this can be used to improve our everyday experiences of life. Our human-centric lighting designs consider the biological and psychological impacts of light, enhancing comfort, productivity and overall wellbeing.

Future Ready^TMvision

Through continuous knowledge sharing and research & development, our experts are aware of emerging trends and future technologies. We stay ahead of the curve, ensuring that our lighting solutions are not only contemporary but also adaptable to future needs.

Light, like music, is a composition. It is expressive with notes and silences, melodies and rhythm, beauty of form and harmony.

Fiona Venn Director of Specialist Lighting Team

Fiona Venn Director of Specialist Lighting Team

Our projects

At WSP, we take pride in delivering exceptional lighting solutions for a diverse range of sectors. Our selected projects highlight the breadth and depth of our expertise, showcasing how our innovative designs transform spaces and enhances experiences. From luxurious hotels to bustling convention centres, urban parks to iconic cultural institutions, our projects demonstrate our commitment to quality, creativity, and sustainability.

Public Institutions & Government

Old Parliament House

WSP Specialist Lighting upgraded the lighting throughout the historic Old Parliament House, including interior enhancements and a new façade lighting system. This project showcases our expertise in modernising heritage buildings with innovative and energy-efficient lighting solutions.

Hospitality

W Hotel Melbourne

WSP Specialist Lighting collaborated with Hachem Architecture to build 294 hotel suites, as well as a state-of-the-art gym, high-rise pool, two bars, and three exciting restaurants.

Commercial & Offices

180 Flinders Street

WSP Specialist Lighting collaborated with multidisciplinary partners to design the lighting for 180 Flinders Street's office fit-out and facade lighting. 180 Flinders is an iconic new development in the heart of Melbourne's CBD, and is the location of John Holland's new Victorian HQ.

Education

Flinders University

WSP Specialist Lighting team worked closely with Woods Bagot architects and Flinders University to provide an exciting, innovative and fully integrated lighting design solution for this award-winning project.

Sports & Stadium

Pridham Hall

WSP Specialist Lighting designed the state-of-the-art lighting for Pridham Hall, the vibrant social heart of the University of South Australia's City West campus. This project highlights our ability to create dynamic, energy-efficient lighting solutions for modern sporting facilities and student centres, enhancing university life and celebrating academic achievements.

Transport

Caulfield to Dandenong Level Crossing Removal

WSP Specialist Lighting collaborated with multidisciplinary partners to design the lighting for five new elevated railway stations and large expanses of open space, parklands, and community areas including 17km of new pedestrian and cyclist paths.

Urban Realm & Landscape

Prahran Square

WSP Specialist Lighting transformed Prahran Square into the new cultural and recreational heart of Prahran. Our integrated and energy-efficient lighting design provides inviting spaces for relaxation, socialising and leisure, enhancing the community's vibrant atmosphere.

Our lighting design capabilities

At WSP, our expertise in lighting design covers a broad range of applications, ensuring that we can meet the diverse needs of our clients across various sectors. Our team of skilled lighting designers combines creativity with technical proficiency to deliver outstanding results. Explore our capabilities to see how we can illuminate your projects with precision and innovation.

Architectural lighting

We enhance the beauty and functionality of buildings with creative and functional lighting design that highlights architectural features, creating visually stunning and inviting spaces that complement the design intent.

Environmental lighting

Our environmental lighting solutions focus on sustainability, using renewable energy sources and energy-efficient LED fixtures to minimise ecological impact and harmonise with natural surroundings.

Transport lighting

We focus on our clients' needs, providing integrated lighting design solutions to enhance customer experience, while considering the operational, safety and security requirements of the project.

Hospitality lighting

We provide creative and integrated lighting design that helps form spaces that are vibrant and exciting, carefully modulating light levels to create interest and provide atmosphere.

Urban realm & landscape lighting

We design urban and landscape lighting schemes that not only enhances the visual aesthetics of a space, but also increases the perception of security and safety.

Façade lighting

Our façade lighting designs transform buildings into landmarks, highlighting architectural details with creative lighting techniques and energy-efficient fixtures for stunning visual effects.

Sports lighting

We design powerful lighting systems for stadiums and sports facilities that provide high-intensity, uniform illumination, enhancing visibility for players and spectators while incorporating energy-efficient technologies.

Museum & gallery lighting

Quality of light is recognised as a vital element in art display. We carefully apply light in order to enhance the viewers' appreciation and understanding of a work of art or historical object, focusing on task lighting and ambient lighting hierarchy.

Roadway & tunnel lighting

Our roadway and tunnel lighting solutions prioritise safety and efficiency, using advanced technologies to ensure optimal visibility and energy efficiency, meeting regulatory standards and adapting to various conditions.

Commercial & offices lighting

We respond to contemporary office fit-out requirements with flexible solutions creating high performance spaces, whilst responding to environmental requirements of Green Star, WELL and LEED.

Education lighting

We apply lighting intelligently to respond to education requirements and foster high performance spaces, while reinforcing the overall architectural expression.

Public institutions

We ensure thoughtful application of lighting in our designs to enhance the character of public institutions through the sensible use of lighting and refurbishment of heritage lights.

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Lighting design in action: Creative and technical excellence

Contact our lighting experts

At WSP, our lighting design experts are ready to assist you with your project, no matter where you are in Australia. Our design leads are located in major cities across the nation, ensuring that you receive dedicated and local support - tailored to your specific needs. Connect with our experts to discuss how we can bring your vision to life. Whether you need innovative architectural lighting, technical infrastructure lighting, or dynamic entertainment lighting, our team is here to help.

Fiona Venn

Director of Specialist Lighting | National Discipline Director Property & Buildings

Australia