Inspirational lighting concept using Olivio Gobo for a newly designed square
Project
Lighting of the Place du Commerce in Plaisir
Plaisir, France
The Place du Commerce in the northern French municipality of Plaisir had not yet been highlighted in terms of its lighting. However, due to an extensive revitalization effort aimed at reimagining the square as a gathering spot for students, parents, and vendors, a remarkable addition has emerged: a captivating floral lighting design. Designed by Jean-Yves Soetinck of the L'Acte Lumière agency, this new illumination infuses the square with a unique ambiance
Originally, Place du Commerce, nestled amidst residential complexes, sat as a neglected commercial area. The former topographical irregularaties had previously fragmented the space, but have now given way to a level, pedestrian-friendly, inviting green space. This bold landscaping intervention, evocative of flower petals, has revitalized the public realm, reinstating pedestrians as integral participants within a harmonious shared environment.
object Place du Commerce
client Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines
lighting design L’Acte Lumière – Jean-Yves Soetinck
electrical installation Bentin
photographer Xavier Boymond
product Olivio
special features Olivio Gobo
As night falls, the floral lighting display comes to life as soon as the public lights turn on. Integrated seamlessly into the square's functional lighting scheme, the illumination gracefully transitions at midnight to more ambient lighting, ensuring safety and brightness until the public lights dim at 1:30 a.m.
Lighting designer Jean-Yves Soetinck collaborated with Selux to realize his vision using Olivio and Olivio Gobo luminaires. He explains, "The nocturnal transformation of Place du Commerce injects a fresh vitality into the neighborhood, blending a distinctive identity with practical functionalities.
By day, the landscaping softens the square's presence, creating green oases amidst the urban landscape. To offer residents a unique and enchanting nighttime experience, we opted for a poetic and subtle approach to the illumination during the early hours of the evening, extending the allure of the green spaces. With the Selux Olivio gobo projectors, we project expansive images, playing with visual perspectives that oscillate between intimacy and vastness."
Background
The Olivio Gobo projector complements the Olivio series of system luminaires as a professional highlighting tool and enables precise projection for perfect staging.
