A custom skylight solution to enhance a national institution.
Lux Imperium (formerly SimpleMotion Lighting) was engaged by the National Film and Sound Archive to deliver a bespoke lighting upgrade for two significant heritage skylights within its iconic Canberra building—formerly the Australian Institute of Anatomy. The project required a sensitive, high-performance solution that enhances ambient light levels while preserving the heritage fabric and complying with strict conservation requirements.
In collaboration with lighting designer Ben Cisterne, our scope included fixture selection, mounting design, structural engineering, integration with the existing Casambi control system, and an environmentally conscious design. The solution provides RGBW colour mixing, delivered even hotspot-free illumination, and easy access for ongoing maintenance.
Completed
September 2024
Lighting Control
Casambi
Luminaires
Elation KL PANEL
Client
National Film and Sound Archive
Designer
Ben Cisterne
Installer
Lux Imperium
Programmer
Lux Imperium
Photos
Steve Hendy
Custom mountings and cabling infrastructure were fabricated and installed to align with both heritage and technical requirements. The installation phase included full commissioning, integration into existing systems, and detailed documentation for long-term support.
This project reflected our expertise in combining architectural sensitivity with advanced lighting solutions in cultural heritage settings.
