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Berlin A symbol of Berlin, Germany, and reuniﬁ cation, the Brandenburg Gate is legendary. Schréder illuminated this monument with CORUS ﬂ oodlights.

The entrances to the Olympic stadium in Berlin are lit by MODULLUM luminaires. Photometric ﬂ exibility, a multitude of conﬁ gurations and discreet integration into the architectural environment are a few attributes that have made the MODULLUM a valued tool for lighting the German capital.

MODULLUM luminaires light up Bebelplatz, where they create a warm ambiance on the square and on the facades of some of Berlin’s most famous historic buildings. BERLIN WANTS TO COMBINE THIS ROMANTIC LIGHTING, WHICH CONTRIBUTED SIGNIFICANTLY TO THE REPUTATION OF ITS NIGHT LIFE, WITH MODERN CONCEPTS OF PERFORMANCE AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT. FROM EAST TO WEST, THE CITY FLUCTUATES BETWEEN LIGHT AND SHADOWS. A CITY REUNITED LIGHT AND SHADOWS

“Berlin was divided for many decades. This division is still visible today in the city’s differentiated lighting. In the west of the city, neighbourhoods have maintained traditional gas lampposts with their pleasant warm light. To the east, luminaires similar to those used in the rest of former East Germany have been installed. Both types of lighting are technologically outdated and can no longer be justifi ed on an ecological level, because of their very high energy consumption. To preserve the romantic character of its nights, Berlin keeps lighting to a minimum. Our goal is to preserve this particularity, because it identifi es our city. We also want to reduce energy consumption and lower maintenance costs, while maintaining our concern for the environment and sustainable development. An advisory committee made up of specialists in lighting,ng, ecologyecology,, and sociology is there to ensure that this goal is achieved.achieved. Different neighbourhoods were identifi ed based on their character and their topography. An inventory of the different lighting ambiances, by neighbourhood and main roads, has been organised in a manual, which also includes the types of illumination used for major buildings. As we had noticed that our low lighting contributes to a good uniformity of light, we wish to conserve this characteristic of Berlin. In addition, the many temporary artistic illuminations that have multiplied alongside the permanent lighting help people rediscover places in a unique way. Our ambition is to keep the lighting to a minimum, because we believe that only relative unobtrusiveness can leave room for illuminations that are respectful of the starry sky above Berlin.”

Regula Lüscher Director of Urban Development, Berlin Senate Secretary of State The FURYO luminaire has been installed on several main roads in Berlin: Unter den Eichen, Siemensdamm, Kaiser-Friedrich-Straße, Berliner Straße, Alt Moabit. • Savings in kWh/year: 676,500 • Savings in tonnes of CO2 /year(*): 406 • Savings in €/year(**): 101,475 • Savings in materials used: +/- 50% • Quantity of mercury saved in mg/lamp: 36.4 • Energy efﬁ ciency (W/m² / cd/m²) old: 0.88 / new equipment: 0.34 • Average luminance level (cd/m²) old: 0.86 / new equipment: 0.85 (*) 600gr CO2/kWh (**) kWh = 0.15 €

FURYO THE GREEN LIGHT

€100,000 OF SAVINGS PER YEAR

Like many major European cities, Berlin attaches great importance to a rational use of energy. The city recently replaced several lighting installations equipped with 250W mercury lamps that were more or less 40 years old with a thousand FURYO luminaires ﬁ tted with 90W Cosmopolis lamps. The FURYO range is the most complete solution that Schréder has to offer in terms of energy savings, maintaining performance and reduced materials used in manufacturing.

Available for direct or indirect lighting, the AMARYLLIS is a luminaire that combines efﬁ cient lighting with the creation of ambiance. It has found an application in the heart of Berlin’s residential areas. Alexanderplatz, the emblematic square of former East Berlin, was the subject of a complete renovation. For the lighting, ALEXANDERPLATZ, Schréder collaborated with the lighting ILLUMINATED 20 YEARS AFTER designer Volker von Kardorff. THE FALL OF THE WALL

Until 1989, Alexanderplatz was the heart of socialist Berlin. Destroyed during the war, this large esplanade was designed between the 50’s and the 70’s and is surrounded by large buildings with a style that is a far cry from the atmosphere of small businesses and bistros frequented by Berlin workers before the war. In November 1989, Alexanderplatz was the site of an enormous demonstration against the East German government, right before the fall of the wall.

Upon German reuniﬁ cation, public authorities started tackling past architectural errors. Schréder – in collaboration with the lighting designer Volker von Kardorff – recently provided a new lighting scheme for this prestigious area, the meeting place par excellence of all Berlin residents.

The TRIFLEX luminaire was selected to light Alexanderplatz. The installation of the lighting columns along the square’s perimeter leaves a large open space, free of obstructions. The square is lit by 26 TRIFLEX Maxi luminaires on double brackets and 27 TRIFLEX Midi on single brackets.

What were the objectives in renovating alexanderplatz?

the ups and downs of history, the square had lost its character and no longer met the requirements of a modern urban square. It was important to revitalise this square in order to reinforce the city’s identity. A competition was launched and our concept of limited lighting columns to preserve the landscape convinced the city authorities.

What are the goals of the lighting concept? The lighting plan binds the spaciousness of the square. The entrances to the square are free of lighting columns, thus leaving the axes of the square undisturbed. The luminaires, installed on double brackets, frame the edge of the square, preserving its polygonal shape and creating a ring of light. SURROUNDED BY AN They equally complement the dark grey granite steps that frame the ground. In this manner, we have INTERNATIONAL TEAM achieved a perfectly proportioned space with a pleasant light ambiance for the shops, restaurants OF ENGINEERS AND and cafés. At the same time, the centre of the square is darker, which creates a backdrop for the World ARCHITECTS, VOLKER Clock and the Friendship Among Nations Fountain. VON KARDORFF IS ONE OF THE MOST WHY DID YOU CHOOSE THE TRIFLEX LUMINAIRE? PRESTIGIOUS GERMAN The Trifl ex luminaire was perfect for the lighting concept; it offers a classic design on a double bracket LIGHTING DESIGNERS. with an innovative photometry. Indeed, the principle of incorporating three different lamps in a single luminaire means that the luminous intensity could be increased. The three-tiered design of the IN COLLABORATION luminaire emphasises light and enhances the simplicity of its cylindrical shape. The frosted protector WITH SCHRÉDER, HE reinforces visual comfort at night. ILLUMINATED TWO MAJOR SITES IN BERLIN: THE BRANDENBURG GATE AND ALEXANDERPLATZ. A fl oodlight was integrated into the pole to illuminate the façades. The luminaires are fi tted with metal halide lamps with ceramic arc tube of 70 and 150W.

A luminous ambiance was one of the basic criteria for selecting a lighting scheme. In this environment of cold architecture, the TRIFLEX luminaire fulﬁ ls its mission perfectly.

The total power installed is 20kW to light the entire square, even though it measures 200m by 110m!

Egem = 16 lux

Uo = 13%

Lamps: 70W and 150W metal halide with ceramic arc tube 14,5 m 8,5 m MONBIJOU PARK: GREEN SETTING, LIGHT SETTING

Monbijou Park extends over 7 acres in the heart of Berlin – formerly part of East Berlin – next to Museum Island, a UNESCO world heritage site since 1999, that houses several of the most prestigious museums in Europe. This green setting, where Berliners congregate on sunny days, was the subject of a new lighting project.

Monbijou Park, nature surrounded by space dedicated to culture. The City of Berlin selected the MODULLUM luminaire for its discreet integration and photometric ﬂ exibility. What were the characeristics for lighting this site, monbijou park? Monbijou Park is in the heart of the city. It is near the Spree River and Museum Island. Consequently, this park is very popular with inhabitants and tourists. In addition, this large 7-acre green space also houses a large open-air swimming pool and theatre. Our lighting project had to take these factors into account. What was needed was a lighting design that integrated discretely with an area rich in art and culture, thus excluding luminaires with a design that might be too blunt, or luminaires with contemporary shapes, or those evoking historical memories. The lighting solution also needed to play a role in the creation of atmosphere.

What were the photometric requirements? Given the high number of visitors to the site, the lighting by night had to be permanent and focused on HARRY UNRUH, the park’s pathways. With its system of stackable optical modules, the ModulLum made it possible to ENGINEER WITH “UEP obtain good photometric results with no need to multiply the number of lighting points. This fl exible INGENIEURGESELLSCHAFT system also made it possible to use a single luminaire design regardless of the environment to be FÜR ELEKTROPLANNUNG” lit. The ModulLum’s highly directional fl ux control also met another requirement: to limit glare for the IN BERLIN, many boats that sail on the Spree River. COLLABORATED WITH How did your lighting solution convince the city of berlin? TOWN PLANNING FIRM Our solution included two major aspects: fl exibility and discretion, exactly what was being asked for. LUTZOW 7 TO LIGHT In addition, even though the city was in fact tempted to use luminaires with a more historic character MONBIJOU PARK IN THE in Monbijou Park, it particularly appreciated the lighting scheme of another prestigious square in HEART OF BERLIN. Berlin that used the same ModulLum luminaires, Bebelplatz. This project demonstrated the discreet and effi cient character of these luminaires and offered an example of perfect integration with the site’s historic environment. The MODULLUM luminaire is available in several sizes and offers a multitude of photometric combinations that can be adapted to any type of application. A single lighting column, equipped with 1 to 4 modules, can light roads, squares, or even facades.

Lamps: 70W metal halide with ceramic arc tube

h = 5,4 m

232 m

Eave = 14 lux

Uo = 18%

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