Switch Lighting

09/06/2026

Great lighting design isn't just about the luminaire you choose - it's about where you place it.

With this inviting entranceway, the lighting design has been carefully considered to create both visual impact and functionality. Rather than positioning luminaires down the centre of the passage, the Switch Lighting ZELA Deep Tilt luminaires have been installed along the wall edge, allowing light to gently graze the textured feature wall and reveal its materiality.

Complementing this effect, Feature-Lightz luminaires have been strategically positioned to gently illuminate artwork and treasured pieces, creating welcoming focal points from the moment you arrive.

This layered approach to lighting transforms what could have been a simple corridor into an engaging architectural experience, highlighting the elements that matter most while maintaining excellent visual comfort.

This is lighting designed with purpose.

Credit: 4Front Electrical

09/06/2026

We were thrilled to have our Switch Lighting products specified on this project by Bright Sparks Electrical Solutions with our luminaires integrated into the smart home technology solutions. Speak to Switch Lighting about smart lighting solutions for your home - new build or reno, we can help.

www.switch-lighting.co.nz

Bright Sparks Electrical Solutions is embracing the future with smart home technology, energy-efficient solutions, and a growing focus on solar power. With more than 20 years of experience, the Nelson-based team continues to help homeowners and businesses improve comfort, convenience, and performance.

From heat pump servicing to smart lighting and home automation, Bright Sparks Electrical is committed to reliable service and practical solutions that keep homes and workplaces running smoothly year-round.

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08/06/2026

Ribbon lighting has become an essential tool in modern architectural lighting design, allowing designers to introduce subtle layers of light that enhance form, texture, and atmosphere. Whether integrated into kitchen cabinetry, recessed into ceiling details, concealed beneath floating vanities, highlighting shelving, or defining exterior architectural lines, strip lighting creates depth and visual interest without introducing visual clutter.

Switch Lighting's Ribbon Lighting range has been developed to deliver architectural-grade performance across a wide range of applications. The collection includes Ribbon Strip, Neon Strip, Aluminium Profiles, Drivers, and accessories, with options for interior and exterior installations. Available in 2700K, 3000K, 4000K, Tunable White, Sunset Dimming, and RGBW, the range allows lighting designers to tailor every project to its intended mood and function.

High CRI options ensure accurate colour rendering, while premium LEDs provide smooth, consistent illumination with excellent dimming performance. Combined with Switch Lighting Intelligent Controls, the range offers complete flexibility for both residential and commercial environments.

The result is a balanced lighting design that combines task, accent, and ambient illumination into one seamless architectural solution.

Explore the full Ribbon Lighting range:
https://switch-lighting.co.nz/product-category/ribbon-lighting/

03/06/2026

Beautiful craftsmanship deserves thoughtful illumination.

In this installation, our Mini-LIGHTZ luminaires have been skilfully installed into the joinery to accentuate the intricate details, colour and texture of these stunning blown glass pieces. Their compact size allows the artwork to take centre stage, while precise beam control ensures every detail is beautifully revealed.

It's a reminder that great lighting isn't about drawing attention to itself, it's about enhancing what matters most.

Credit: Blackout Electric

02/06/2026

The most effective lighting isn't always direct. Indirect lighting creates a softer, more comfortable environment by washing ceilings with light and reducing harsh contrasts throughout a room.

The Switch Lighting Cirro Ceiling Washer has been designed to deliver a broad, even spread of illumination across the ceiling plane, creating a sense of spaciousness while minimising glare. Ideal for living areas, media rooms, hospitality spaces and architectural homes, it adds depth, warmth and visual comfort that traditional downlights simply can't achieve.

Reach out to our team of Lighting Designers and discover how indirect lighting can elevate your next project.

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28/05/2026

Lighting has the power to transform everyday spaces into memorable moments within the home.

In this inviting living area, the Switch Lighting Feature-LIGHTZ luminaires hit the homeowners brief to create a well-illuminated reading nook that doubles as a striking architectural feature. With adjustable tilt functionality, the light can be directed exactly where it’s needed, delivering both comfort and functionality for reading, relaxing, or spending time with family.

Thoughtfully positioned lighting helps shape how a space feels and how it’s lived in.

Reach out to our Switch Lighting Consultants to help create memorable, functional spaces tailored to the way you live.

26/05/2026

Architectural lighting should feel considered from every angle. The Switch Lighting ZELA décor Surface Mount range delivers exactly that - combining premium lighting performance with a refined decorative presence.

Selected by designers who want more than a standard surface-mounted fitting, the ZELA range has been crafted to sit beautifully within sophisticated interiors while providing precise, functional illumination that enhances how the space is experienced.

A luminaire designed to be seen and appreciated.

Credit: The Custom Space - Joinery and Spray Painting

25/05/2026

When lighting is thoughtfully integrated into the interior design, it elevates the entire experience of a space. Featured here in this creative Nelson property, the Switch Lighting ZELA décor Pendant combines beautiful form with functional architectural illumination.

With customisable inner and outer trim options, each pendant can be tailored to complement the surrounding finishes and materials, creating a cohesive and highly considered lighting solution. Beyond aesthetics, the ZELA décor Pendant delivers high-quality illumination that enhances warmth, texture, and atmosphere throughout the home.

A statement luminaire designed for spaces where detail matters. Discover the range online: https://switch-lighting.co.nz/product-category/interior-lighting/pendant-light/

Credit: Tasman Sparkies Limited

21/05/2026

The Switch Lighting sLED Dome range has been designed as an economical lighting solution for everyday spaces, delivering quality illumination and reliable performance without compromise.

Installed in the bulkhead of this kitchen, the sLED Dome purposefully illuminates the benchtops and working areas with a high CRI 90 output, enhancing true and natural colour representation throughout the space.

Available in 2700K, 3000K, and 4000K colour temperatures, along with textured white and textured black trim options, the range offers flexibility to suit a variety of interiors and design styles.

A simple, effective lighting solution that proves practical lighting can still feel good.

Credits: Christchurch Electrical Ltd., Generation Homes Canterbury

18/05/2026

The Switch Lighting ZELA Deep Tilt range has been engineered to deliver exceptional optical clarity, ultra-low glare, and precise beam control, all within a refined architectural form. Designed for high-end residential and commercial applications, the deep recessed design minimises glare while directing light exactly where it’s needed.

With a wide range of beam angles, lens options, and trim finishes available, the ZELA Deep Tilt provides lighting designers and architects with the flexibility to create everything from subtle ambient illumination to dramatic focal points.

Featuring premium LED technology with high CRI performance, the range enhances textures, finishes, and architectural details with beautiful colour accuracy and visual comfort.

Explore the full range of lens variants and custom build configurations on the Switch Lighting website and discover how precision lighting can transform a space.

View the full ZELA Deep Tilt range here: https://switch-lighting.co.nz/product-category/interior-lighting/zela-tilt-deep-tilt/zela-deep-tilt/