Light & Beyond featured in Arc Magazine, UK

Snapshot
Light & Beyond
Using light to shape perception and evoke emotion, Light & Beyond has built a rich portfolio of luxurious lighting design projects across India and overseas.

1. Taj Guras Kutir Resort & Spa Kolkata, India
Nestled in the enchanting landscapes of Pangthang, Sikkim, India, Taj Guras Kutir Resort & Spa is a luxurious mountain retreat offering stunning views of the Eastern Himalayan Range. Surrounded by canopied forests, this resort boasts 69 spacious rooms and suites, each providing surreal vistas, crisp mountain air, and vibrant fora.
At Taj Guras Kutir, the focus on innovative lighting design sets a benchmark in sustainable, maintenance-free design. Here, nature dictates its own rhythm, with weather conditions that can shift every 10 minutes, creating an ever-changing canvas for creative solutions. Moreover, being located far from the main city poses logistical challenges,
making regular maintenance and quick courier deliveries difficult. This necessitated alighting design that is robust, environmentally considerate, and virtually maintenance-free. Light & Beyond engineered outdoor fixtures to seamlessly blend into the natural landscape while ensuring they remain low-maintenance. Situated in the heart of a forest teeming with reptiles, rodents, birds, and insects, the project required the designers to think creatively about safety and ecological impact. For management and architects, the interplay of light and shadow creates a captivating visual narrative. For the lighting designers, however, it was a commitment to merging technical excellence with ecological mindfulness – a design philosophy that priorities safety, sustainability, and the seamless integration of technology with nature.

2. The Berger House Kolkata, India
Designed by Pace Consultants and illuminated by Light & Beyond, the Berger House Headquarters stands as a testament to the fusion of innovation, design, and lighting mastery. As the headquarters of Berger Paints, a well-known paint company in India, the building reflects the brand’s commitment to creativity and excellence. The striking facade transforms dynamically, creating a mesmerising play of colours that enhances its architectural form. Each hue tells a story, setting the mood and elevating the city’s nighttime skyline. Whether glowing in vibrant
green, regal purple, or deep blue, the lighting design breathes life into the structure, making it an ever-evolving visual spectacle. To achieve this seamless transformation, Light & Beyond used lighting fixtures by Signify, ensuring precision, efficiency, and durability. The carefully curated lighting scheme not only enhances the building’s aesthetics, but also aligns with energy-efficient and sustainable design principles. Beyond aesthetics, the lighting concept embodies a deeper purpose: enhancing the building’s presence while maintaining harmony with its surroundings. The interplay of shadows and light adds depth, giving the structure a distinctive identity that changes
with every transition of light.

3. Taj Taal Kutir Convention Centre Kolkata, India
Situated in Eco Park, Kolkata, India, the Taj Taal Kutir Convention Centre harmoniously blends colonial heritage with modern design, creating an enchanting atmosphere for events. Upon arrival, the majestic red-brick facade
pays homage to colonial heritage and local artistry. The true magic, however, lies in the lighting design. Here, light and shadow are artfully choreographed to create a festive ambiance in harmony with the serene surroundings, minimizing light pollution. A highlight is Narayan Sinha’s sculpture, casting a ship engine’s shadow onto a red brick wall. Integrated into the space, the sculpture shifts into a mother playing with her child, showcasing the center’s seamless blend of art and architecture. Indoors or amidst nature, spaces come alive under Taj Taal Kutir’s trans-formative lighting. Architectural features and curated artworks, honouring India’s rich heritage, are illuminated to create grand narratives. The city’s largest pillar-less banquet hall, with a 7.2-metre ceiling, boasts innovative lighting. To complement the chandelier, 10 10mm 4W fixtures with Bartenbach lenses were strategically placed, camoufaging with the ceiling while enhancing functionality. In the pre-function area, a real boat suspended from the ceiling creates a captivating visual. Its floor reflection adds another layer of enchantment. Taj Taal Kutir Convention Centre is a paragon of architectural and lighting excellence. Every detail, from lighting fixtures to design elements, is meticulously crafted to elevate events, making it a premier destination for unforgettable experiences.

4. The Zown Gujarat, India
The Zown by Siddhraj Group is one of the largest and most unique weekend home developments in Gujarat, spanning 140 acres with 395 villas. Designed by Vipul Patel Architects (VPA), the project redefines luxury living by seamlessly blending architecture with nature.
Surrounded by a river and enriched with numerous water bodies within the premises, The Zown creates a serene, immersive environment that priorities sustainability, minimalism, and environmental harmony. The lighting design embraces a philosophy of subtlety, efficiency, and ecological sensitivity. A key approach is camouflaging light sources within the architecture and landscape, ensuring minimal visibility while creating a warm, inviting ambiance. The project is also designed to be light pollution-free, protecting the natural ecosystem and local wildlife.
Extensive research on the native bird and reptile species has guided the lighting strategy to prevent any disruption to their habitat. Durability and ease of maintenance are central to the design, with maintenance-free fixtures carefully selected for long term functionality. Sustainability is a core principle, with 95% recyclable fixtures and a circular economy approach that promotes material reuse and minimal waste. As one of Gujarat’s most distinctive projects, The Zown combines energy-efficient technologies, low-glare lighting, and a warm colour palette to enhance its organic charm. With a strong background in master planning for private islands and luxury retreats worldwide, Light & Beyond has curated a lighting experience that is both luxurious and environmentally responsible – setting new standards for sustainable architectural lighting.

Light & Beyond is a global lighting design consultancy dedicated to redefining the way light transforms spaces. More than just illumination, it sees light as a powerful force that shapes perception, evokes emotion, and enhances architectural beauty. Founded in 2009, the studio specialises in luxurious villas, Hollywood celebrity residences, private islands, ultra-luxury yachts, and high-end hospitality projects. As Lighting Architects, Light & Beyond brings more than 70 years of combined expertise and a global presence in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Vienna, Kolkata, and Kiev, offering a multicultural perspective and a bespoke approach to every project. The practice is spearheaded by Tejas Doshi, India’s first, Asia’s second, and the world’s 17th Certified Lighting Designer (CLD). A Professional Member of the International Association of Lighting Designers (IALD) and a Global Honorary Member of the Dellas Leaders Club (DLC), Doshi was also named among the 40 Under 40 Hottest Lighting Designers in the World (2018). Light & Beyond’s internationally acclaimed team blends innovation, technical expertise, and artistic vision to set new benchmarks in residential, hospitality, and luxury architectural lighting.
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