A busy regional train station chose Llumarlite to transform outdated lighting in its ticket hall and back offices. We introduced high-efficiency LED lighting, resolved reliability issues, and replaced aging emergency signs and fittings. Custom-fabricated ceiling rings were required to preserve the architectural suspended ceiling feature. The project enhanced energy efficiency, reduced maintenance costs, and created a brighter, more welcoming space for passengers and staff.
The foyer and ticket hall, being a public-facing space with constant footfall, needed to be both bright and inviting. The existing lighting with integrated emergency lighting was outdated requiring regular maintenance.
The client also needed to improve lighting in the staff-only back office. The area had previously been retrofitted with LED conversion kits, these kits proved unreliable, with a high failure rate and persistent flickering.
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The original lighting in the foyer / ticket hall
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Close up of the old foyer / ticket hall lighting
Our team conducted a thorough review and carried out the lighting design for each of the areas that combined functionality, compliance, and aesthetics.
In the ticket hall, we replaced 14 outdated 2 x 26w fluorescent downlights with energy-efficient 20w LED Disc downlights. However, a key challenge was that the new fittings were smaller than the existing ceiling apertures. The ceiling, an architectural feature with a curved suspended design, was not suitable for replacement.
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The new down lighting in the foyer / ticket hall
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The new wall lighting in the foyer / ticket hall
To overcome this, our team designed and fabricated custom cover rings to ensure a seamless finish.
The original downlights had integrated emergency lighting and the new LED units did not, we installed standalone 1.5w emergency LED spotlights to ensure adequate coverage. We also upgraded the emergency exit signage to a modern, compliant design with a 5-year warranty, enhancing visibility and safety.
Placed around the walls were ten wall-mounted 70w HQI-TS Metal Halide uplights. These were replaced with efficient bi-directional LED wall lights which enhanced the look and feel of the space by providing even, ambient illumination. The new LED wall lights are rated at 16w, delivering excellent output while significantly reducing energy consumption and maintenance.
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The new lighting in the foyer / ticket hall
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Testing the new emergency lighting in the foyer / ticket hall
In the back office it was important to provide a more reliable and comfortable working environment for staff. The area had previously been retrofitted with LED conversion kits, replacing 2D 28w fluorescent fittings. Unfortunately, these kits proved unreliable, exhibiting a high failure rate and persistent flickering.
To resolve this, we replaced the problematic kits with dedicated LED fittings chosen specifically for performance and longevity. This upgrade has now ensured staff had a flicker-free, comfortable workspace and the need for maintenance has been drastically reduced
The project has successfully modernised the station’s lighting infrastructure, providing a brighter and more welcoming environment for passengers and staff alike. The updated emergency lighting and signage continues to meet the safety standards demanded now and with the upcoming changes to BS5266. The customised solution has allowed standard fittings to be used while preserving the building’s interior design features without compromising performance or compliance.
