Electrical Contracting News (ECN) October 2016 | Page 56

SPECIAL FEATURE

LIGHTING

RESPONSE TO DEMAND

GOLDEN SUNSET
The taste for vintage filament lamps is here to stay, given its
enduring popularity in bars, restaurants and coffee shops
across the country. The Edwardian style has its roots in
incandescent lighting and has subsequently inspired early
LED versions that have struggled to match the refinement
of the original. Now, the latest generation of retro LED
filament lamps heralds a new dawn for the retro designs.
Leisure businesses are drawn to the Edison look and the
warm, candle-like illumination creates an ideal atmosphere
for dining or socialising. As ‘visible’ light sources, filament
GLS lamps are attractive to the eye and due to their
heritage, match both period interiors and contemporary
spaces with a vintage industrial theme. However, like all
businesses, leisure, and entertainment outlets remain
vigilan