project detail
The primary objective was to artfully showcase the club's illustrious history and achievements within a retail setting tailored for merchandise transactions.
Lux FX collaborated closely with NH Architects to elevate the lighting design of the Collingwood Football Club’s newly inaugurated visitor centre. Additionally, the multi-functional space doubles as an event venue and features a dedicated room for cultural education.
A notable challenge arose with the existing glass cabinets, home to invaluable memorabilia, including 16 premiership cups. The distinctive shape of these cups posed a hurdle for conventional downlights or spotlights, as they would cast pronounced shadows, hindering visibility. To surmount this, Lux FX ingeniously crafted custom light boxes, delivering soft, shadow-free illumination. The outcome is a visually striking display where the intricate details on the cups are impeccably showcased.
For the ambient lighting throughout the museum, Lux FX opted for the Connect low-glare downlights. Recognised for their exceptional flexibility, these fixtures offer numerous configurations to control glare, beam angles, and aesthetic nuances, contributing to an overall well-lit and sophisticated ambiance.
The focal point of the facility, the Gayip, serves as a central gathering area for visitors and marks the commencement of their journey through the space. The lighting design in this zone incorporates strategic circular elements, featuring a recessed Harrow 35 profile curved to elegantly frame the display table below. Enhancing the spatial aesthetics is a sheer curtain subtly illuminated by the Loop Swerve flexible LED, adding a touch of visual allure.
To accommodate dynamic displays that evolve seasonally, the iGuzzini Superrail system was employed, offering unparalleled flexibility with numerous spot and general lighting options. Given the prominence of glass cabinets in the displays, the integration of low-glare technology was pivotal to minimising reflections off the glazing. iGuzzini’s Palco low-voltage spotlights were chosen for their ability to maintain minimal glare while providing precise optic control. This allows the club to illuminate the ever-changing displays with precision and sophistication.
The collaborative effort between Lux FX and NH Architects has yielded a visually stunning and functionally optimised lighting design that effectively narrates the rich history of the Collingwood Football Club. The strategic illumination not only enhances the merchandise retail environment but also provides a dynamic and engaging experience for visitors.

Melbourne • Collingwood Football Club

Melbourne • Collingwood Football Club

Melbourne • Collingwood Football Club

Melbourne • Collingwood Football Club

Melbourne • Collingwood Football Club

Melbourne • Collingwood Football Club