Light renovation in the Kunsthalle Weishaupt in Ulm

Brilliant art under brilliant light

The Kunsthalle Weishaupt in Ulm is a distinctive and elegant building located at the heart of the city centre and home to an incomparable private collection of modern art. The art gallery was inaugurated in November 2007 and has since then presented a large number of important exhibitions. The collection includes world famous artists like Andy Warhol, Keith Haring and Robert Longo. The regularly changing exhibitions always offer new insights into different trends and eras of contemporary art.

To provide an even better stage for the masterpieces and to save energy, LTS Licht & Leuchten GmbH was contracted for a comprehensive lighting renovation project. The carefully devised lighting design provides a special framework to present the works of art and intensify the visitors’ experience.

A fusion of light art and sustainability

The lighting renovation aimed at making the works of art and the art gallery shine in a new light, without losing the character of the original lighting. The challenge was to develop customised lighting solutions that meet both design and functional requirements. In doing so, it was essential to re-use as many materials and lamps as possible to save resources and cut costs in the long term. The emphasis was therefore placed on creating an efficient and energy-saving lighting solution.

• “It was particularly challenging to use existing structures and integrate innovative lighting solutions. We worked closely with the client and the electrical engineer so that our lighting could be adapted to the specific requirements. The renovation solution gives new vibrancy to the works of art without affecting the contemporary charm and the charisma of the art gallery.”
  - Herbert Heinrich, LTS Area Sales Manager

Tailored creativity and customised lighting solutions from LTS

The Customised Solutions department of LTS Licht & Leuchten GmbH demonstrated exceptional ingenuity and expertise during this project. Almost all the luminaires used were tailor-made and adapted to the specific requirements of the art hall. The close collaboration with those responsible at the art gallery and the continuous coordination between LTS lighting expert Herbert Heinrich and LTS specialist for innovation and development Ewald Steinel have contributed significantly to making this project a success.

• “Renovating the lights in the Kunsthalle Weishaupt was a challenging yet exciting project for us. It required both technical expertise and a high level of creativity. We had to design lighting that emphasised the particular character of the pieces of art and improved the energy efficiency of the building.”
  - Ewald Steinel, Head of Innovation & Development

Installed LTS products:

Recessed luminaires with magnetic attachment

These luminaires were delivered in different lengths to perfectly illuminate the unique flights of stairs. Indirect lighting of the stairs creates an impressive effect and provides soft illumination. The staircase lighting makes each step clearly visible improving the safety of visitors and staff.


Scout special spotlight

With various attachment options and a focusable biconvex lens (focus 100), these spotlights provide targeted and optimum lighting of the masterpieces. The flexible spotlight highlights paintings, sculptures and exhibits. All works of art require differentiated yet precise lighting given their specific qualities. LTS spotlights offer a wide range of quality features, such as excellent luminous efficiency, a particularly high colour rendering index and perfectly matching colour temperatures. This allows the exhibits to be appreciated in their entirety because they are staged with an impressive level of detail and focus depth. The illuminated objects can be seen in all their detail because contrasts and contours appear even sharper and clearer than before the lighting renovation.


Special LED line: Decoline 48V

LTS developed and built a special attachment option for Decoline in the façade profile. The LTS light line was equipped with an opal cover to guarantee glare-free light. The aluminium profiles run over the façade around the entire building and provide for an even and elegant illumination on the outside.


Special downlight variant: FLIXX 300

These downlights offer asymmetric wall lighting that makes the room appear visually bigger and creates a pleasant lighting atmosphere. Their capability to evenly brighten up walls supports the harmonious overall lighting appearance.

Recessed spots of CSA and the Ilvy range.

The recessed spots Ilvy and CSA that are installed in the office area on the upper floor of the Kunsthalle Weishaupt offer the perfect combination of functionality and beauty. The glare-free, even lighting ensures ideal working conditions by improving concentration and minimising fatigue. The spots can be flexibly adjusted to fulfil individual workstation needs and meet all standard requirements related to efficient workstation lighting.


Special Lichtkanal 045 and Lichtkanal 070 inserts

The Lichtkanal 045 and Lichtkanal 070 special inserts were carefully integrated into the existing Lichtkanal profiles as renovation inserts, providing for a resource-saving and sustainable solution. By reusing the existing structures, seamless light distribution is guaranteed without making unnecessary changes to the building structure. In particular in the staircase, the slender Lichtkanal 045 allows for discreet and uniform illumination that is both energy-efficient and beautiful. It emphasises the sustainability aspect of the entire light renovation.


Special PLL series spotlight with integrated Oryo head

This special spotlight that is installed in the foyer and entrance area is a replica of an existing luminaire. The architect attached great importance to the visual appearance and to keeping the character of the former spotlight. The PLL special spotlight integrates an Oryo spotlight head with a lighting ring as backlighting. This special solution combines practical lighting features and stylish design. It is used in particular to bathe the entrance hall in inviting, warm light. The resulting open and light-filled atmosphere welcomes visitors and sets targeted visual highlights.

Cove lighting

Cove lighting is often used to hide indirect light sources. The installed cove lighting from LTS was specifically adapted and supplied in various lengths. It enables indirect ceiling lighting and even, glare-free lighting of the room, creating a harmonious and pleasant atmosphere that enhances the quality of time spent in the room. This special LTS solution which blends harmoniously into the existing ceiling structure provides for sophisticated and subtle background lighting.


Lighting design and control in perfect harmony

The lighting design aims to improve the illumination of the works of art and keeping the original lighting character. The optional Focus 100 accessory has been successfully integrated to emphasise the exhibits. A DALI dimmable system with KNX control for buildings was used for lighting control.

The flexibility of modern LTS lighting systems makes it possible to adapt the lighting design quickly and easily to changing exhibitions, events or special situations. Dimmable or focusable luminaires can be used to create a range of moods that either highlight the pieces of art or immerse them in soft light. This flexibility ensures that each exhibition can be perfectly lit without having to make costly changes to the building structure. The individual lighting control also supports the creative staging of rooms and objects.

Energy-saving brilliance

LTS luminaires offer outstanding energy saving options by using state-of-the-art LED technology that consumes up to 80% less electricity than conventional lamps. In addition to reducing energy costs, the LTS luminaires are durable and made from recyclable materials. This contributes to minimising the carbon footprint and supports the sustainable lighting concept of the Kunsthalle Weishaupt, which offers both economic and ecological benefits. The reuse of existing materials further strengthens the sustainability of the entire light renovation project. Thanks to the customised solutions and the profound expertise of LTS Licht & Leuchten GmbH, the project was not only executed successfully but also within a period of only four weeks.

Precision work in lighting design provided by LTS Licht & Leuchten GmbH

The Customised Solutions department of LTS Licht & Leuchten GmbH specialises in providing lighting solutions that are tailor-made. This department knows how to combine creativity and technical expertise to design individual luminaires and lighting systems that meet all customer requirements and leave no desires unfulfilled.

Key competencies and expertise
of LTS Customised Solutions

1. Customised lighting solutions:
• Development and production of luminaires that are precisely tailored to meet the requirements of each project.
• Adaptation of existing LTS products for customisation.
  
  
2. Creative design:
• Close collaboration with architects, designers and customers to create innovative and beautiful lighting solutions.
• Integration of state-of-the-art technologies and design trends into individual lighting concepts.
  
  
3. Technical expertise:
• Use of latest technologies and materials to develop efficient and durable lighting systems.
• Integration of control systems like DALI and KNX to enable flexible and user-friendly lighting control.
  
  
4. Project management:
• Detailed planning and coordination of all project phases from the first idea to the final installation.
• Close collaboration with other departments and external partners to ensure that all requirements and deadlines are met.
  
  
5. Sustainability and resource efficiency:
• Focus on the reusability of existing materials and development of energy-efficient lighting solutions.
• Contribution to the sustainability of projects by integrating environmentally friendly technologies.
  

With comprehensive development and production in-house, LTS Licht & Leuchten GmbH is in a perfect position to realise your demanding lighting project exactly as you want it. The LTS department Customised Solutions is the perfect partner for projects that require tailor-made and innovative solutions.

An architectural gem in Ulm – elegance in modern architecture

The Kunsthalle Weishaupt in Ulm is an architectural masterpiece that was designed by the renowned, Munich-based architect Wolfram Wöhr, a former colleague of the world-famous architect Richard Meier.

Thanks to the creative lighting ideas from the Customised Solutions department, the renovated Kunsthalle Weishaupt now shines in new splendour and offers visitors an unforgettable experience in a perfectly illuminated ambience. The successful lighting renovation emphasises the innovative power and expertise of LTS Licht & Leuchten GmbH, a company that always strives to create customised and sustainable lighting solutions.

With LTS, you can rely on future-proof lighting solutions that conserve resources and pave the way for environmentally friendly lighting.