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Saarpolygon

Prize(s) Winners in Energy Saving Lighting / Energy Saving Lighting

Company Lichtvision Design GmbH

Lead Designers Raoul Hesse

Completion Date September 2016

Project Location Germany

Entry Description

The Saarpolygon is a symbol of the profound change of the industrial landscape in Saarland after the ending of the mining era. It is the reminiscence of the age-long coal mining tradition and at the same time points to the prospective development of the region. As landmark on the heap Duhamel it is visible from several kilometers distance and forms a look-out with panoramic view into the surrounding Saar valley. Together with the changing lighting conditions between night and day the appearance of the three-dimensionally entangled geometry alters with the movement of the beholder around the heap plateau. In doing so the silhouette of the landmark forms variable figures from different points of view that can be associated e.g. with symbols of the mining industry like abstracted hammer and pick, winding tower or a gate to the future.

Company Description

Lichtvision Design is an international lighting design consultancy based in Berlin, Hong Kong and London. Since 1997 we work for architects, investors and operators on small projects to large developments. We act as independent consultants in all aspects of lighting design and planning. Known for our award-winning design, we balance technology and creativity, science with art. The design process of our multidisciplinary team is highly collaborative. It has evolved through years of working with internationally renowned architects, giving us global experience as well as local knowledge.