Lighting Refresh - Luxury Leather Goods Store

We were approached to assess and recommend improvements to the existing lighting for the renowned luxury leather goods brand Jean Rousseau.

We visited the store and could see immediatelywhat was needed after many years they wanted a more contemporary scheme aligned with their brand and product offer.

Project: Jean Rousseau Lighting Upgrade

Following a meeting with Jean Rousseau, we at NOD Electrical Services determined that a lighting designer wouldn't be the best fit for this project. Budget limitations and the need for approval from Paris HQ for any major changes to existing fixtures ruled out a full renovation. However, the store's size and existing electrical system suggested an internal solution within our capabilities.

Nick conducted an initial assessment and proposed replacing most existing fixtures with efficient, modern options to improve lighting and reduce costs. Our design ideas were well-received by Paris HQ, and the project was scheduled.

Project Scope:

Removed all old fittings.
Replaced fluorescent fittings with LED strip lighting for general illumination.
Upgraded the existing spotlight track to accommodate smaller, more efficient LED fixtures.
Replaced random spotlights with LED strips to highlight the leather products' colour and texture.
Implemented a two-color lighting scheme: warm white (3000K) for product focus and very warm white (2700K) for a welcoming ambiance.
Used high CRI (>95) lighting across the store for exceptional colour rendering, crucial for showcasing the wide range of leather textures and colours.

Challenges Addressed:

The high ceilings in the store and the small footprint meant the previous general lighting wasn't effective in showcasing the beauty of the leather products. Additionally, customers previously needed to take straps outside to see their true colours.

Solution:

Our LED upgrade addressed these issues. The combination of strategically placed spotlights and a high CRI >95 lighting scheme allows customers to fully appreciate the true colour of the leathers.

Outcome:

The project resulted in a significantly improved lighting experience for both customers and staff. A "before and after" video is available to showcase the transformation. The Jean Rousseau London HQ is now seeing things in a whole new light (pun intended)!