Therapeutic lighting at Northern Hospital

An integrative approach for greater well-being in psychiatric facilities

In psychiatric facilities, the design of the environment plays a central role in the well-being of patients and staff. Light plays a key role that goes far beyond pure functionality: it characterises the atmosphere, ensures safety and has a therapeutic effect. The redesign of the intensive care unit and quiet rooms at the Northern Hospital in Epping impressively demonstrates how an integrative approach of design, functionality and sustainability can merge into a harmonious overall concept. The deliberate move away from sterile hospital aesthetics towards a cosy, inviting atmosphere sustainably strengthens the well-being of all users and sets new standards for modern healthcare spaces.

Cosiness and harmony were at the forefront of the lighting design. In the lounge area, a flowing line of light from Lightnet's Liquid Line range attracts attention as a recessed version. It visually frames the room and lends it structure and lightness. Luminaires from the Basic A1 and Basic M4 series were used in the break rooms, creating a calming yet lively atmosphere with their versatility in size and shape.

The Basic M4 luminaires are also equipped with Tunable White technology, which utilises white full-spectrum LEDs. This enables flexible adjustment of the lighting mood - from warm, relaxing light colours to cool, activating tones. By precisely controlling the colour temperatures, an environment can be created that is specifically tailored to the patient's individual needs. This not only supports the healing process, but also promotes a sense of well-being.

When selecting the luminaires, the focus was also on ligature-free, IK-certified and tamper-proof products in order to create a safe environment for patients. These luminaires were specially developed for the particular challenges in psychiatric facilities and fulfil the high requirements of AS1680 standards. Their sophisticated design ensures robustness and safety in sensitive areas.