At WhiteNight, we specialize in Architectural Lighting Design, drawing inspiration from the transforming light of our Scandinavian surroundings to create lighting experiences that enhance the quality of living and tell a story. We believe that light is more than a mere fixture; it’s a transformative power that can bring architecture to life and make spaces more engaging.
We illuminate buildings to showcase their architectural beauty, simultaneously enhancing their visibility and aesthetic appeal.
We highlight the natural contours and features of outdoor spaces, creating enchanting environments that blend artificial and natural light.
Our designs enliven public areas and cityscapes, using light to create inviting spaces that foster community engagement.
Design Development and Documentation: During this phase, the finalized lighting design concept is further refined. The team at White Night creates detailed illustrations, drawings, and documents that provide comprehensive information about the proposed lighting setup. This documentation includes final plans, fixture specifications, assembly details, and lighting schedules, serving as a complete blueprint for the lighting design. The resulting package provides clear instructions and guidance for contractors and other professionals who will implement the design, ensuring its accurate and successful execution.
With a deep understanding of natural light phenomena, we analyze the interplay of daylight within spaces to optimize comfort and energy efficiency.
At WhiteNight, we go beyond the conventional, using light to craft narratives, evoke emotions, and transform spaces. Join us as we explore the transformative power of light.
Designed by Reima and Raili Pietilä, Kaleva Church is a key work of Finnish modern church architecture, completed in 1966. The building’s fish-shaped plan refers to an early Christian symbol, while its sculptural concrete walls and tall windows create a luminous and almost immaterial interior where natural light and shadow are integral to the architectural expression.
We created a unique outdoor lighting design for this private lakeside residence, focusing on bringing light exactly where it is most needed. Our plan highlights the home’s architectural details, revealing their elegance as dusk falls.
Korsi Gunillankallio
From the very beginning of time, the sun has been our first source of light. By day, sunlight filters through the artwork, casting wandering shadows of wild grass stalks into its surroundings. Fire was the first light that extended illumination into the darkness, and at dusk the installation comes alive with a glow reminiscent of a living flame.
Over a hundred years old, Merilinna—an Art Nouveau–style residential building next to Helsinki’s Kaivopuisto park—is one of the area’s well-known architectural landmarks. As part of the façade renovation, we designed a comprehensive façade and courtyard lighting scheme that highlights the building’s historic architecture while improving everyday functionality.
In terms of light, Finland is a land of contrasts. Once the long dark winter has been vanquished, the nightless nights of summer feel like they have never been away. The mystical summer night has inspired artists through the ages.
Hiedanranta is an old factory site which is transforming to be a new part of the town for residental use next to lake Näsijärvi in Tampere. We designed lighting to spice up old factory buildings waiting for deconstruction. The projection on the side of the biggest building changes color according to the time of the year.
