Acrospire worked with the London Borough of Waltham Forest to deliver a borough-wide LED retrofit programme, upgrading around 500 lanterns using a bespoke retrofit kit. By retaining existing luminaires and replacing internal components, the scheme reduces energy consumption, minimises disruption, and preserves the visual character of residential streets. Across the London Borough of Waltham Forest,…
Built in the late 1930s in a distinctive neo-Georgian style, Dolphin Square is the UK’s largest privately owned apartment complex and a long-standing London icon. Recently, the building has undergone a major refurbishment by GRID Architects, bringing its historic character into dialogue with modern living, comfort, and amenity. The project transforms both the apartments and…
When Pendle Borough Council set out to replace ageing HID lanterns at the Steven Burke Sports Hub (a free-access, 1.1 km cycling circuit and BMX pump track in Nelson), it became a true community endeavour. Named after hometown hero Sir Steven Burke, a double Olympic gold medallist, the facility now boasts safer, more sustainable illumination…
As part of the major refurbishment of 1 Basinghall Avenue, Equation Lighting has designed a lighting scheme that helps redefine how global bank Standard Chartered’s London headquarters is experienced, transforming key client and workplace areas into a series of connected, people-focused environments that support collaboration, wellbeing and flexibility. The project forms part of a long-term…
A system from Pharos Architectural Controls has played a major role in transforming Stockholm’s Avicii Arena into a smart and futuristic stadium. The arena, located in the Swedish capital, is primarily used as a venue for ice hockey games, boasting a capacity of up to 14,000 visitors for these sporting events. The arena also hosts…
A power upgrade in Biddenden is strengthening network reliability for over 1,500 households and supporting local businesses, including one of England’s oldest vineyards. UK Power Networks has invested £70,000 to install overhead line technology for increased resilience and to double local energy capacity by replacing an overhead transformer. Transformers step down voltage so that electricity…
The Royal Marine Hotel, County Dublin, has completed a significant upgrade of its fire alarm system with the installation of Advanced’s MxPro 5 fire panels. The hotel comprises guest accommodation, bar and restaurant areas, a pool and spa, underground car park, kitchens and plant rooms. Its previous fire alarm system was removed as it was…
Acrospire has partnered with Cornwall Council and contractor Enerveo to deliver a robust and long-life illuminated handrail solution for Grade II listed Jacob’s Ladder in Falmouth, replacing an ageing system that had reached the end of serviceable life After dark, 111 granite steps shouldn’t feel like a gamble. They should feel safe. Jacob’s Ladder stands…
After 14 years of service, Sweden’s first designed power line pole has been revived with new fixtures from Lumenpulse and lighting controls from Pharos Architectural Controls. Located in Brattland, just outside Åre, the power line pole stands 32 metres high and is a pioneering combination of art and engineering. With the Åreskutan mountains in the background, it has become something of a landmark for those travelling from Östersund. Stockholm Lighting…
Al Murad has boosted productivity across its multi-site operation by upgrading to GenetiQ Cloud. A long-standing customer since 2018, the retailer has relied on GenetiQ On-Premise (previously known as Intact iQ) to support its operations has now completed this latest upgrade as the next step in modernising its ERP capability. The move was delivered through…
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