Lighting for People - Graham Festenstein Lighting Design is committed to furthering best practice in public realm lighting design; promoting sustainable environments, integrated design and a reduction in energy use. We believe good lighting in our public spaces can contribute not only to an attractive nightscape and the economic benefits this brings to our urban centres; but that lighting as part of an integrated approach to  urban design can benefit and enhance our communities greatly.  High quality lighting can play a significant role in the improved perception of public safety on our streets at night, allowing the wider community to use our pubic spaces to a greater extent, bringing an enhanced feeling of wellbeing and helping to create more sustainable and inclusive communities.  These principles are reflected in our approach to much of our work.

Ancoats Square Public Realm & Public Art

Working with Public Arts Consultant Dan Dubowitz. Graham Festenstein Lighting Design  provided technical and design services for a number of Public Arts works as part of the regeneration of this historic part of Manchester. At the centre of this redevelopment is the new Ancoats Square incorprating a major new illuminated art work by Dan Dubowitz. Graham Festenstein Lighting Design provided an integrated lighting design for both the artwork and the public space which also incorporates an interative lighting installation that responds to the movement of people within the space,

Client - New East Manchester / Dan Dubowitz Civic Works

Landscape Architect - Camlin Lonsdale


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