Business Details
43 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Connected Light | Lighting Design Experts
For over four decades, we have pioneered innovative lighting design solutions, transforming spaces across diverse sectors. Established in Bristol, UK, our journey from a small independent enterprise to a trusted B2B consultancy reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence. Our expertise spans the entire project lifecycle, from concept to completion, delivering compliant lighting systems tailored to clients' unique needs. With deep industry knowledge, we leverage cutting-edge technology to exceed expectations, prioritising precision, sustainability, and client satisfaction.Our independent status allows unbiased product selection, ensuring optimal solutions that balance functionality, aesthetics, and energy efficiency. Backed by accreditations including BAFE certification, we uphold rigorous standards in emergency lighting compliance, smart controls, and renewable solutions. Our collaborative approach and technical proficiency have earned long-standing partnerships with organisations like the NHS and University of Bristol, cementing our reputation as a leader in lighting innovation.
Services
Turn-key Project Solutions
Professional Lighting Design
Emergency Lighting Certification
Renewable Lighting Solutions
Lighting Control Commissioning
Lux Level Surveys
Smart Lighting Systems
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- 40 years of specialist lighting design experience
- BAFE-certified emergency lighting compliance services
- Independent consultancy with unbiased product selection
- Proven energy savings of up to 80% in retrofit projects
- Nationwide coverage with local delivery expertise
Associations and certifications
- BAFE
- Construction Line Gold
What people say
Energy savings 80%
Heritage-sensitive design
Professional execution
Compliance expertise
Tailored solutions
Services
Turn-key Project Solutions
Our comprehensive turn-key solutions manage every project phase from initial survey to final commissioning. Using advanced software, we design systems meeting CIBSE standards while integrating smart controls and energy-efficient fittings. Clients benefit from single-point accountability, competitive pricing through manufacturer partnerships, and 40 years' expertise ensuring compliance and optimal performance across education, healthcare, and industrial sectors.
Professional Lighting Design
Bespoke lighting designs combine functionality with aesthetic integration using industry-leading software. We address specific requirements through detailed simulations, ensuring regulatory compliance and energy efficiency. Our qualified engineers deliver technical drawings and specifications aligned with BS 5266 standards, supporting projects from concept to installation with a focus on human-centric lighting and smart control systems.
Emergency Lighting Certification
Third-party BAFE-certified emergency lighting solutions guarantee regulatory adherence. We provide full lifecycle support including site surveys, system design, product supply, and verification. Modular certification allows tailored service packages, with ongoing support for maintenance and upgrades. Our processes ensure compliance with BS 5266-1 standards while minimising disruption to existing operations.
Renewable Lighting Solutions
Custom LED gear trays retrofit into existing luminaires, preserving architectural integrity while achieving energy savings up to 80%. Solutions incorporate smart controls, daylight harvesting, and occupancy sensors. Specialising in heritage buildings, we enable circular economy practices by extending luminaire lifecycles without compromising performance or compliance requirements.
Lighting Control Commissioning
Expert commissioning services ensure optimal performance of lighting control systems from brands like Casambi and Lutron. We configure wired/wireless systems for energy efficiency, implement scene-setting capabilities, and verify compliance with design specifications. Services cover new installations, system optimisation, and troubleshooting across commercial and industrial projects nationwide.
People
Matt Holway
Director
With 40 years in the lighting industry, Matt leads strategic direction at Connected Light. His expertise spans project management and compliance, ensuring delivery of complex nationwide installations while maintaining the company's independent, client-focused ethos.
Richard Bolton
Project Sales & Lighting Design Engineer
Richard combines technical design proficiency with sales leadership. He specialises in translating client requirements into compliant lighting solutions, leveraging advanced software tools and industry standards knowledge to deliver energy-efficient systems across multiple sectors.
Mario Lupo
Senior Lighting Designer
Mario oversees detailed lighting simulations and technical drawings. With expertise in CIBSE guidelines, he ensures designs meet both aesthetic and functional requirements while integrating smart control systems for optimal energy performance.
Questions
What lighting sectors do you specialise in?
We serve education, healthcare, offices, industrial, sports, exteriors, historic buildings, and retail sectors with tailored lighting solutions.
Are you BAFE-certified for emergency lighting?
Yes, we provide third-party certified BAFE SP203-4 services including design, installation verification, and ongoing compliance support.
Can you retrofit existing lighting systems?
We specialise in made-to-measure LED gear trays that preserve original luminaires while achieving energy savings up to 80%.
Do you offer smart lighting controls?
Yes, we integrate Casambi, Lutron, and Philips systems with wireless dimming, occupancy detection, and scene-setting capabilities.
How do you handle heritage lighting projects?
Our retrofit solutions maintain architectural integrity through custom gear trays and discreet LED technology in listed buildings.
What energy savings can I expect?
Clients typically achieve 65-80% energy reductions through LED upgrades, smart controls, and optimised lighting designs.
