On the 22nd June, Lighting house EST launched their new Sydney home in the heart of the Surry Hills design hub.
On the 22nd June, Lighting house EST launched their new Sydney home in the heart of the Surry Hills design hub.
Filled with drinks, canapés, dancing and a few surprises, the night celebrated their new Valmont-designed display space – a resource for light planning and advice to the architecture and design community – featuring a broad composition of architectural and decorative lighting.
Though the evening was officially to introduce the industry to the new space, it was also about introducing us to their brand, and what as an industry can expect moving forward. EST Lighting is about balancing practical lighting tools with thoughtfully selected decorative pieces to arrive at a balanced lighting design for any space — solutions that sit comfortably and work in unison with the environment, whether built or natural. Founded by a trio with a passion for architectural lighting, EST leverages a wealth of industry experience to provide informed advice on both form and function, ensuring that the lighting they supply brings projects to life.
And the event was certainly a reflection of that philosophy. Take a look…


























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