Unilamp Supports Chulalongkorn University Lighting Master Plan Study

Unilamp is pleased to support the Chulalongkorn University Lighting Master Plan Development Research Project by providing architectural and landscape lighting fixtures for façade and outdoor lighting mockups along the university’s main axis. Initiated by the Faculty of Architecture in collaboration with the Faculty of Engineering, the project aims to establish a comprehensive lighting master plan that enhances safety, visual coherence, and energy efficiency, while supporting the university’s long-term sustainable development.

This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to strengthening campus identity and improving nighttime environmental quality across key historic buildings, ceremonial spaces, pedestrian routes, and landscape areas. The lighting mockup serves as a practical study to test fixture performance, beam distribution, visual comfort, and architectural impact in real conditions. Through carefully selected luminaires, the installation demonstrates how lighting can define architectural rhythm, highlight symbolic elements, reinforce spatial hierarchy, and create a balanced nighttime atmosphere while respecting the historic character and urban context of the campus.

Lighting Enhancing Architectural Identity at Night

The lighting concept is designed to emphasize heritage architectural elements, façade proportions, entrance clarity, and surrounding landscape structure. A consistent warm white 3000K color temperature is applied across all fixtures to maintain visual harmony and reinforce the architectural identity of the building.

For this project, Unilamp supplied a range of outdoor luminaires selected for precision optics, controlled output, durability for exterior installation, and low-glare performance across both façade and landscape applications.

Micro ALPHA Round was installed at ground level at the base of façade columns  and beneath window elements to provide focused uplighting. Rated at 3.3W, 24VDC, 3000K with a 12° narrow beam, the luminaire delivers controlled vertical emphasis that strengthens architectural rhythm and symmetry. Its compact cylindrical body allows discreet integration within paving and façade edges, while precise beam control minimizes spill light and glare.

The elliptical optic version of Micro ALPHA Round was applied to illuminate flags and symbolic façade elements. Installed at ground level and carefully aimed upward, the elongated beam ensures even vertical coverage across flag surfaces and decorative details without creating excessive brightness.

The same fixture was also used to highlight the building name signage positioned to enhance legibility and institutional presence after dark while maintaining a refined and balanced façade composition.

Medium CETUS was mounted directly onto wall surfaces to softly illuminate vertical planes adjacent to façade openings. Installed at mid-height along the building’s exterior walls, the fixture enhances surface texture and architectural depth through controlled wall grazing. Its adjustable bracket mounting allows precise aiming, ensuring balanced brightness without harsh contrast or glare.

LUXBEAT linear light was integrated along wall and grille elements, concealed within architectural recesses to create continuous horizontal light lines. Installed along façade edges and structural details, the linear system defines building geometry and reinforces clean architectural proportions. The wide beam distribution ensures smooth, uniform illumination while remaining visually subtle during daytime.

SIRIUS was installed at the front entrance walls to provide even vertical illumination across key access points. Positioned at lower wall level and aimed upward using asymmetric optics, the fixture delivers controlled wall washing that improves visibility and spatial guidance for pedestrians approaching the entrance. The linear housing complements the architectural scale while maintaining visual comfort.

Mini ALPHA ROUND was installed within landscape planting areas surrounding trees, positioned at ground level using spike mounting for flexible aiming. Applied to highlight tree trunks and canopy structures, the luminaire provides both uplight and moonlight effects through narrow and wide beam options. Its compact round form blends naturally into planted areas during the day, while controlled nighttime illumination enhances depth, safety, and ambient atmosphere without visual distraction.

A Coordinated Lighting Strategy

Together, these luminaires form a cohesive architectural and landscape lighting composition that balances precision and subtlety. By combining narrow-beam uplighting, elliptical optics for vertical elements, linear façade accents, asymmetric wall washing, and controlled tree illumination, the mockup demonstrates how strategic fixture selection and placement can enhance historic architectural value while simultaneously improving nighttime safety and spatial clarity.

Unilamp is proud to contribute lighting solutions that support thoughtful campus development and reinforce architectural identity through precision, performance, and environmental responsibility.

• Location: The Art and Culture Building, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok
• Project Owner: Chulalongkorn University
• Lighting Designer: Asst.Prof. Vorapat Inkarojrit, Ph.D. and Mr. Lattapon Tayhuadong
• Lighting Supplier: Unilamp
• Photographer: Unilamp
• Author: Unilamp