Monterrey

Nestled at the foot of the Sierra Madre mountains, the garden of this residential project was designed to represent a place of joy and relaxation. The project is located near the Chipinque Park, an ecological reserve known for its rich flora, including towering Encinos and Pinus Pseudostrobus trees, as well as smaller trees like El Colorin and Duraznillo. The vegetation lends each season a unique character. The lighting design aimed to balance the natural sculptures of the garden with architectural features, creating a space for evening enjoyment. By enhancing the garden’s beauty without overwhelming it, the lighting design aimed for an ambiance that invited residents to bask in the surroundings. With nature as the main attraction, the garden offers a restful haven in the midst of city life.

ARCHITECTURAL LIGHTING

This project is a charming combination of classic architecture that sets the house and chapel apart. To exhibit the unique features of the arches in both locations, Logic lights were the ideal choice. To ensure the lighting design accentuated the facade of the house, a narrow beam angle was used to give off a soft and alluring light on the arches without any harsh glare or unwanted light spillage.

The chapel’s lighting design aimed to create a mesmerizing dual effect with one type of fixture. Recessed ground lights illuminated the vaults from bottom to top, creating a mystical quality. From outside, the chapel appears as a magic box, that glows in the surrounding darkness. Inside, the lighting is soft, diffused, and incredibly evocative, setting the mood for reflection and contemplation. The overall result is an interplay of light and shadow that sets off the classic architecture of the chapel.

FUNCTIONAL LIGHTING

Functional lighting in essential areas of the garden, such as pedestrian paths, vehicular access, and recreational spaces didn’t compromise the natural elements of the garden. Customized lighting was used to illuminate the pathways, so that the lighting design was in harmony with the natural and architectural features. Each path was carefully considered in relation to its location within the garden, resulting in a lighting solution that complemented the overall aesthetic of the space.

The lighting design for the large recreational areas aimed to create a moonlit effect with shadows on the ground. This effect was achieved by combining Kix and Logic fixtures to amplify the surrounding trees, creating a functional and playful space for residents to enjoy.

The pool area was given special attention in the lighting design. In addition to lighting up the vegetation, the decorative elements were given prominence using Delta’s Montur floor fixture. Placing the fixture next to it made sure the vegetation was showcased, meanwhile casting soft shadows on the surfaces around it.

ILLUMINATING NATURE

This project’s main feature is its abundant and diverse vegetation, which reflect its unique location. To do justice to these features, we researched which fixture and lighting effect would be ideal for each natural element, considering factors such as dimensions, location, and material. The Logic and Kix family was a perfect fit, as their different beam angles and adjustability offered the flexibility we needed to keep the lighting concept consistent throughout. This allowed us to create a lighting design that complemented and accentuated the beauty of nature while maintaining a harmonious flow.

Certain areas of the garden have unique clusters of vegetation that are lit up by the Spyker fixture, creating eye-catching focal points with its diffuse and gentle illumination of the greenery.