when sun ain't up
Our approach
As an independent lighting design studio we are working close with architects and interior designers in UK, UAE and EU.
The practice focuses on using light to shape how spaces are experienced rather than simply illuminated.
Our projects explore atmosphere, hierarchy, and restraint, treating light as a spatial material rather than a technical afterthought.
Working in collaboration with architects and interior designers, the studio develops interior and exterior lighting schemes for residential, hospitality, retail, healthcare and workplace projects.
The ones where people live. Learn. Work. Reset. Gather. Slow down. Stay late. The approach spans early concept through to site coordination and final adjustment.
The work is informed by hospitality and operational experience, with an emphasis on how spaces perform over time and in use. Lighting strategies are developed to support materiality, movement, and moments of pause, allowing architecture and interiors to lead.
Light is used only where it adds meaning.
Ways of working
From initial idea to on-site adjustment.
Concept
Work begins early, alongside the architectural and interior idea.
We look at how the space will be used, how it changes through the day, and where light needs to lead or step back. Atmosphere, hierarchy, and rhythm are defined before technical decisions are made.
Development
The initial intent is translated into clear, buildable lighting schemes.
Layouts, fixture selection, and coordination are developed in close dialogue with the wider design team, with attention to budgets, timelines, and site constraints. The aim is to protect the idea as it moves towards construction.
Implementation
Lighting is tested in real conditions.
On site, fittings are positioned, focused, and adjusted to respond to materials, scale, and use. Final decisions are made in place, ensuring the lighting supports the space as it is actually experienced.
Client Testimonials
Our clients and collaborators have been amazed by the transformative power of our lighting designs.
Ben - Architect
"The team lighting designs have the ability to transform ordinary spaces into extraordinary environments. It's a captivating experience every time we work together.”
Sully - Interior Designer
“The attention to detail and emotional depth in lighting concepts is truly remarkable. Each project tells a unique story that resonates with the users.”
Francois - Property Developer
“I've never felt such a strong connection to lighting designs until I collaborated with Emilian. It's like the illumination was tailored specifically for my spaces.”