A considered approach

Hotel bar & lounge lighting

Layer shelf accents, table lamps and discreet task light instead of increasing general brightness. Plan cable management for portable lamps and charging routines for rechargeable fittings. Review reflective bottles, mirrors and polished counters in a mock-up. Staff should be able to select the evening scene without adjusting a complex control panel.

What matters here

  1. 01

    Shield light sources from seated guests

  2. 02

    Integrate shelf lighting with joinery

  3. 03

    Keep working light at the bar practical

What to include in your brief

Bar elevations, shelf materials, seating and charging arrangements.