Peak Galleria is located at the top of the Victoria Peak, where thousands of tourists visit every day to enjoy a breathtaking view of the Hong Kong cityscape. This shopping arcade had been loved for more than 30 years and was fully renovated, including interior, facade, and landscaping upgrades.
Peak Galleria is located at the top of the Victoria Peak, where thousands of tourists visit every day to enjoy a breathtaking view of the Hong Kong cityscape. After 30 years of operation, this beloved shopping arcade was due for a full renovation including interior, facade, and landscaping upgrades.
In collaboration with architects Aedas HK, we approached this project with a unique global perspective. Unlike other parts of the city where bright lights dominate the environment, Lightswitch carefully balanced the illumination level to be low enough to keep the harmony with the surrounding nature while still providing sufficient illumination to ensure visitors feel safe walking, relaxing and enjoying the view. Pixel LEDs are integrated to the main facade, showing dazzling patterns of color, and sometimes shooting stars falling from the sky. Interior lighting is kept simple with anti-glare downlights and ceiling coves in an energetic yet comfortable cool white. All of these elements came together to create a captivating and inviting space for both locals and tourists alike.
Using Lightswitch’s experience with outdoor and entertainment lighting, we were able to bring unique and tailored design elements to this space that functions both as a place of business and as a landmark in one of the world’s most visited cities. By having a deep understanding of how light affects visitors’ moods and activities, we created a functional yet memorable environment. Implementing Aedas’ driving principles of global sharing of research, local knowledge and international practice, our team rejuvenated this long-standing and iconic retail space.
Photography by Kris Provoost
