Athens, Greece – The captivating nighttime illumination of the Greek Parliament and the Monument to the Unknown Soldier has received international recognition. DANILOF Studio Light + Perception, which carried out the project, was awarded the prestigious 2024 LIT Lighting Design Award.
The LIT Lighting Design Awards, a globally recognized competition, recognize outstanding achievements in architectural lighting. The Hellenic Parliament project stood out among numerous entries and won the “Heritage Lighting Design” category. This award underlines the successful integration of modern lighting technology into the project with the historical significance of the building.
A harmonious mix of history and modernity
The lighting design, carefully crafted by DANILOF Studio Light + Perception, pays homage to the building's neoclassical architecture while incorporating contemporary lighting techniques. By carefully selecting lighting fixtures and programming dynamic lighting sequences, the designers have created a visually stunning and energy-efficient solution.
Lighting design key features:
- Dynamic lighting sequences: The lighting scheme utilizes a series of dynamic sequences that gradually evolve throughout the night, creating a captivating visual experience.
- Energy efficiency: The project emphasizes energy efficiency through the use of energy-saving LED lights and intelligent control systems.
- Maintaining historical integrity: The lighting design respects the historical significance of the building, avoids intrusive interventions and preserves its authentic character.
- Minimized light pollution: Designers have taken measures to minimize light pollution by carefully directing light and using low-intensity fixtures.
A global recognition of excellence
The international recognition from the LIT Lighting Design Awards underlines the importance of this project. The lighting of the Greek Parliament inspires future projects that strive for a balance between aesthetics, functionality and sustainability.
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