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The tower Lantern and its splendid architectural
elements, and opulent golden finish, cap the tower
beautifully, offering the perfect canvas for an overhauled
lighting scheme. A combination of spotlights and linear
LED luminaires highlight the columns and timber
panelling, with a number of internal lighting elements
subtlety adding layers to the external view of the lantern.
An existing fibre optic lighting system, located around the
edge of the lantern roof, was replaced to ensure the newly
painted golden roof is shown in all its glory, whilst reducing the need for maintenance at the most inaccessible part
of the Tower.
The newly excavated grotto tunnel was a very exciting
addition to Beckford’s Tower. This formed part of the
route used by William Beckford, allowing him to access
his tower without being seen, it proved an interesting
challenge for the designers.
The original set of stairs leading to the tunnel has been
provided with a new handrail. Small LED luminaires were
located in the handrail, sensitively lighting the visitor
route after dark. The handrail luminaires provide very directional lighting, ensuring there is limited spill light onto
the surrounding area.
Within the Grotto Tunnel itself, small external projectors
are used to wash light up the walls, emphasizing the
texture of the structure and subtly lighting the space.
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