Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Lighting Design Partner in London
Light Bureau has been at the forefront of innovative and sustainable lighting design for over 25 years. As an independent full-service practice, we combine multidisciplinary expertise with a commitment to enhancing environments through light. Our team collaborates closely with clients across private and public sectors, delivering projects from concept to completion with a focus on originality, responsibility, and rigor.Recognized internationally for award-winning work, we balance imagination with pragmatism, challenging traditional methods while embracing new technologies. As part of AFRY, a European leader in engineering and advisory services, we amplify our impact in creating sustainable societies through light.
Services
Architectural Lighting
Daylight Design
Sustainability Consultation
Product Design
Historic Lighting
Urban Lighting Masterplans
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of international lighting design expertise across diverse project types
- Our multidisciplinary team combines technical precision with artistic vision
- We prioritize sustainable solutions with energy-efficient technologies and daylight integration
- Recognized with multiple international awards for lighting excellence
- Part of AFRY network for enhanced engineering and advisory capabilities
Services
Architectural Lighting
We create tailored lighting solutions that enhance architectural features while optimizing functionality. Our approach integrates aesthetic considerations with technical requirements, ensuring spaces are both visually striking and practically effective. Specializing in commercial, residential, and cultural buildings, we use light to define spatial character and improve user experience.
Daylight Design
Our daylight strategies maximize natural illumination while controlling glare and heat gain. We employ advanced simulation tools to optimize window placement, shading systems, and interior finishes. This sustainable approach reduces energy consumption while enhancing occupant wellbeing through connection to natural light cycles.
Sustainability Consultation
We develop energy-efficient lighting systems aligned with BREEAM, LEED, and WELL certification standards. Our consultants analyze life-cycle impacts, recommend low-carbon technologies, and implement smart controls. This holistic approach reduces environmental footprint while maintaining visual comfort and operational efficiency across building and urban scales.
Historic Lighting
Specializing in culturally significant sites, we balance preservation with modern functionality. Our team develops discreet lighting solutions that highlight architectural details while respecting historical integrity. We employ color temperature matching and directional control to enhance heritage features without causing material degradation.
Urban Lighting Masterplans
We create cohesive lighting strategies for public spaces that prioritize safety, wayfinding, and civic identity. Our masterplans integrate street lighting, architectural accents, and interactive installations to foster inclusive urban environments. We consider ecological impacts and implement adaptive controls to minimize light pollution while enhancing nighttime vibrancy.
People
Paul Traynor
Head of Light Bureau UK
Founder of Light Bureau UK in 1999, Paul brings international expertise in diverse lighting applications. With a background in Wismar Masters degree teaching, he specializes in heritage and headquarters projects. Recognized for innovative solutions that merge technical excellence with artistic vision.
Kai Piippo
Head of Design
With 30+ years global experience, Kai leads design innovation and educational initiatives. A renowned lecturer, he focuses on improving quality of life through light. His expertise spans architectural illumination and sustainable design strategies, influencing industry standards through academic collaborations.
Morten Jensen
Country Manager Norway
Senior lighting designer with 25+ years experience in sustainable solutions. Develops innovative technical approaches that balance creativity with practicality. Recognized for award-winning projects that demonstrate how light can transform spaces while minimizing environmental impact.
Dennis Hgs
Section Manager Lighting Engineer
Specializes in technical lighting solutions and sustainable systems integration. With expertise in procurement and market trends, he helps municipalities achieve cost savings through energy-efficient upgrades. Focuses on optimizing lighting performance while reducing operational expenditures.
Arve Olsen
Design Director
Key contributor to international projects with a focus on strategic development. Combines artistic vision with technical precision to create impactful lighting narratives. Active in marketing and business development, driving innovation in architectural illumination solutions.
Questions
What types of projects does Light Bureau specialize in?
We work across architectural, urban, heritage, and commercial projects globally, including masterplanning, product design, and sustainability-focused lighting solutions.
How does Light Bureau approach sustainable design?
We prioritize energy efficiency through daylight optimization, LED technology, smart controls, and life-cycle analysis to minimize environmental impact while maintaining visual comfort.
Are you part of any larger organization?
Yes, we are part of AFRY, a European leader in engineering and advisory services, enhancing our capabilities through cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Do you work internationally?
We operate globally with offices in Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and the UK, delivering projects across multiple continents.
How do you ensure lighting quality in heritage projects?
We use non-invasive techniques, color temperature matching, and directional control to highlight historical features while preserving material integrity and meeting modern standards.
What awards has Light Bureau won?
We have received multiple international recognitions for lighting excellence, including 40under40 awards and project-specific accolades for innovative design solutions.
