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Whitechapel Art Gallery

Whitechapel Art Gallery

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In 2004, Whitechapel Art Gallery, founded in 1901 by Samuel Barnett, experienced a reinterpretation by the architects‘ partnership Robbrecht en Daem architecten (Ghent, Belgium) and Whitherford Watson Mann Architects (London, Great Britain). The well-preserved art nouveau building was merged with the neighbouring Passmore Edwards Library (1892), thus creating the large exhibition area so urgently needed.

Particular attention was paid to artificial light and in particular the shape of the luminaires. Around 1900, the classic form of a sphere was one of the first designs for electric lamps. This form, combined with modern, energy-optimised lighting technology, has been perfected by us. These classic luminaires harmonise with the successful restructuring concept and create an illuminance level similar to that of daylight. The length of the pendants varies according to the room height, and ceiling or wall luminaires are also meaningfully integrated.

Historical building elements are harmoniously integrated in the modified exhibition area, forming an interesting contrast to modern room design. Besides the new exhibition areas, there is a new restaurant in the ground floor, which however is also accessible from the foyer.

The previous pretentious neo-Renaissance façade was structurally modified in the 30s in order to create access for the Underground to Aldgate East stop. Even today, the busy Hammersmith & City and District lines run through here, thus allowing interaction between the gallery and life in this part of London.

Brand description
For 75 years now, BEGA has been developing and producing high-quality luminaires for almost all areas of exterior and interior architecture. These years have resulted in products which ideas and trademarks have become categorical terms for countless luminaires throughout the industry. Our luminaires are intended to fit in harmoniously as good construction details and as part of the architecture, and perform their tasks for many years. Their light should underline a building’s architecture, create an atmospheric or impressive scene or maintain its appearance at night. Convincing lighting technology, high-quality workmanship and unmistakable design characterise our professional lighting implements. Durability and sustainability have always been concepts that are a basic corporate attitude for us. At our four locations in Germany, Belgium and the USA, we are committed to the careful use of resources and the creation of exemplary production facilities for people and the environment. The BEGA total package of coordinated components contributes to a significant reduction in energy consumption: state-of-the-art modern lighting technology, intelligent lighting control and support for profound lighting planning - and all this with outstanding lighting results. We pay particular attention to the long-term maintenance of the value of our luminaires. With a 20-year subsequent delivery guarantee for components, we significantly extend the service life of our luminaires. In addition to careful luminaire development and the intelligent use of our raw materials, we also save valuable resources.
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