The use of uplights showcases the historic ceiling as a single, continuous plane without marring the details with new holes or visible lighting fixtures.
25 East Washington Lobby
Chicago, IL
The lighting design for the lobby of this iconic Daniel Burnham building highlights historic forms and complementary modern details while providing safe passage to tenant spaces and connection to Chicago’s underground pedestrian walkway system.
Carefully crafted details such as these cornice rails conceal new LED cove lighting, allowing visual focus to remain on the illuminated architectural elements of the space.
The secondary elevator bank was finished with deep wood tones. To increase visibility and assist in wayfinding, supplemental downlights were added in front of elevators.
Restored to its original grandeur, custom lighting and thoughtfully considered details have brought new brilliance to a historic Chicago Landmark.
Project Details
Service
Architect
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Eastlake Studio
Recognition
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IALD Award of Merit, 2021
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IES Illumination Design Award of Merit, 2020
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National Lighting Bureau Tesla Award, 2021
