Queen's College, Cambridge University
Internal Lighting Scheme
Details:
The CES team recently completed a lighting upgrade for Queens' College Chapel, transforming the historic space with modern LED technology. The goal was to create a lighting scheme that highlights the architectural beauty of the chapel while enhancing the functionality of the space for a variety of uses, including live-streaming services. Our discreet lighting design emphasises key architectural features, such as up-lighting the chapel's windows to mirror the natural entry of light, illuminating the triptych and altar, and discreetly lighting service areas and choir stalls.
This project was a success, achieving both ambience and operational efficiency through a flexible control system. This user-friendly, one-button system offers preset lighting scenes to suit various events and services, making it easier for the chapel to adjust the atmosphere effortlessly. The result is a carefully balanced scheme that supports Queens' College's needs and brings the space's historic character into sharp relief for all who visit or tune in remotely.
Date completed:
Autumn 2024
Queens' College, Cambridge, have been very impressed with CES Lighting's professional and thoughtful approach in designing and managing the installation of the upgrade to the Chapel's lighting system, completing a modern upgrade while respecting the Chapel's historic character. The project was overseen with excellent care and attention, and the completed project has greatly enhanced the internal features of the building, and brought the rich decorative detail to life.
- Revd Anna Jones and Jon Chiffins