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PixelPars have recently been installed in the prestigious ITN building in London. Designed by Sir Norman Foster and completed in 1990, the impressive building is known to millions as the main broadcasting facility for ITN who are the UK’s largest independent news producer.
A total of nine luminaires have been installed, replacing the existing 100W narrow spot PAR 36 fixtures. Mounted under the floor and at the foot of each column – they both highlight and emphasise the depth of the atrium which is in shot behind the Channel 4 news presenters. The PixelPars offer a creative and energy efficient solution providing alternative looks for the news broadcasts on the different channels.
ITN’s Hugh French explains: “Our new More4 News show needed a different look which involved a colour change with more light output but without generating excess heat - so the PixelPar’s compact size with excellent light output and low wattage compared to conventional lighting, made them a perfect choice.”
He continues: “They have also provided a range of vibrant colours that can compete with the high levels of ambient light in the glass roofed atrium. And they have also enabled us to precisely match the colours of graphics on the various shows - to the delight of the graphics people!”
The PixelPars were supplied by Manchester based Flashlight.
photos: Louise Stickland
2nd December 2005
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