Illuminating Retail Identity with Dynamic Facade Lighting
Year: 2023
LocationRIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA
Client / SectorLifestyle, Retail Destination
The Zone in Riyadh is a premier lifestyle and retail destination, where the night-time visual identity plays a critical role in shaping brand experience and driving footfall. As an outdoor retail and dining precinct featuring wide promenades, cafés, boutique shops, and a central dancing fountain, The Zone demands a lighting scheme that is both expressive and contextually integrated. ViaLighting was commissioned to design and supply a dynamic façade lighting system that would elevate The Zone’s presence after dark while aligning with sustainable principles. The lighting strategy incorporates programmable LED washes, accent uplights, and subtle backlighting to accentuate architectural geometry and storefront identities—without overpowering the space. Each luminiare is optimized for low glare and visual comfort, enabling clear sightlines and an inviting ambiance for pedestrians. Working closely with the architectural team, we ensured seamless integration of fixtures into façades and structural elements, using concealed mounting and precise optics. The system supports scene-based controls, allowing zones to shift in color temperature or intensity for events, promotions, or seasonal changes. The result is a bold yet elegant nocturnal identity: The Zone becomes a vibrant, immersive destination that draws visitors and reinforces brand positioning. The lighting not only enhances aesthetics, but delivers energy efficiency, maintainability, and circadian-conscious design.
Services Provided
We represent a carefully selected portfolio of international lighting manufacturers known for innovation, design, and performance.
Lighting Supply & Integration
ViaLighting delivered custom LED façade fixtures and control systems engineered for visual impact and architectural harmony—merged into the building envelope for a clean aesthetic and cohesive illumination.
Lighting Controls & Scene Management
We implemented intelligent lighting control systems that allow zoning, dimming, dynamic scenes, and scheduling, enabling flexible mood shifts and operational efficiency for The Zone.
Dynamic Façade Lighting Design & Supply
ViaLighting delivered a fully integrated façade lighting system for The Zone, blending programmable LED washes, precise uplights, and subtle backlighting to enhance nighttime identity while preserving comfort and visual harmony.
Key Outcomes
Iconic Nighttime Landmark
Through tailored lighting supply and dynamic control, The Zone now commands a distinct evening identity—drawing visitors, elevating brand presence, and delivering an engaging, energy-smart retail environment.
Elevated Night-Time Brand Presence
The lighting strategy transforms The Zone into a vibrant destination after dark, attracting higher footfall and reinforcing its lifestyle positioning through a cohesive, expressive visual identity.
Adaptive Scenes for Events & Seasons
With smart controls and tunable lighting scenes, The Zone can shift ambiance for promotions, festivities, and seasonal activations—ensuring the space remains dynamic and engaging year-round.