Prize(s) Winners in Landscape Lighting Design
Lighting Design/Product Company CosmoC Lighting, Ltd.
Lead Designers Ching-Yu Lin
Other Designer's names Kuo-Chan Huang, Jr-Yuan Ho, Chien-Hui Chan, Jie-Yu Huang, Jun-Yan Wang, Yu-Ling Huang
Client Yunlin County Government
Photo Credits Sen-Yung Liu
Other Credits Design team members: Ruei-Han Chang, Hui-Ning Lee, Chia-Hsuan Hsu, Yu-Pei Niu
Project Location Yunlin County, Taiwan
Entry DescriptionThe City Light Corridor of Huwei in Taiwan, a ground-breaking lighting project, breathes new life into this historical town by leveraging innovative concept of communication design. The project utilizes advanced lighting techniques to enhance the urban nightscape, seamlessly integrating with key heritage sites. These include the Huwei County Hall, Joint Office Building, Governor's Mansion, and Huwei Registration Office, along with the iconic Huwei Iron Bridge. This design strategy weaves a continuous cultural narrative through light, adding a unique dimension to the urban space. By illuminating the town's rich architectural heritage, the project adds value, fostering a deeper connection between present-day community life and the town's historical roots. The sustainable lighting design not only highlights the town's structural beauty but also serves a functional role in enhancing visibility and safety. This fusion of aesthetics, sustainability, and practicality exemplifies the potential of communication design in creating sustainable cities.
Sustainability ApproachThe City Light Corridor of Huwei combines the preservation of historic architecture with a sustainable approach to urban lighting. By optimizing night-time illumination, this project not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of key heritage sites but also minimizes energy consumption through innovative lighting technologies. The lighting design respects seasonal changes, creating a dynamic interaction between light and the environment. The corridor celebrates local history by connecting residents with their heritage, while simultaneously promoting eco-friendly practices. The integration of cultural and environmental sustainability ensures that this urban transformation benefits both the community and the planet. The project also garnered recognition for its thoughtful approach to light and history, reinforcing its impact on sustainable urban development.
Company DescriptionCosmoC Lighting is an award winning architectural lighting design firm based in Taiwan.
