Prize(s) Winners in Residential Lighting Design
Lighting Design/Product Company Studio Nimmersatt
Lead Designers Rina Pradnya Pusthika
Architecture Company Design by Weld
Interior Design Company Design by Weld
Client Mr. Istata
Photo Credits Indra Wira
Completion Date January 2025
Project Location Umalas, Bali
Entry DescriptionSurya Damai is a love letter to Balinese architecture, where lighting becomes the storyteller—casting shadows, revealing textures, and turning every handcrafted detail into the lead actor on the stage.
The lighting at Surya Damai helps tell a quiet yet powerful story—guiding the eye, creating drama, and shaping the mood without distraction. It emphasizes form and material, allowing objects to become the main actors in the narrative. Following the principle of “light instead of luminaire“ fixtures are kept discreet while light is carefully positioned to enhance spatial hierarchy, drawing a clear distinction between foreground and background. Each scene is composed with intention. The design is a tribute to Indonesian craftsmanship, with soft, evocative lighting that captures the timeless charm of Balinese tradition and transports guests into a serene, nostalgic world.
Sustainability ApproachAt Surya Damai, the lighting design embraces a sustainable approach by using a fully dimmable and modular system. All fixtures are compatible with control systems, allowing for scheduled dimming and smart operation based on time of day and activity. This reduces unnecessary energy use and extends fixture lifespan. Modular components such as LED engines and drivers can be replaced independently, preserving the main fixture body and minimizing material waste—supporting both longevity and long-term maintenance efficiency.
