Business Details
21 Years
experience
Expert Exterior Lighting Design Services UK
Established in 2005, MMA Lighting Consultancy has built a reputation as an independent specialist in exterior lighting design across the UK and Ireland. Our team of experienced lighting designers and engineers brings over two decades of collective industry expertise, adhering to British and European standards including BS 5489 and BS EN13201. We prioritise collaborative client engagement, offering tailored design solutions that meet both adoptable highway requirements and private development needs. Our technical capabilities span feasibility studies, highway lighting design, ecology lighting mitigation, and electrical network planning, supported by advanced CAD and lighting simulation software.With strong working relationships established with local authorities and developers, we ensure compliance with planning conditions while maintaining a client-centric approach to project delivery. Our consultants operate from offices in Reading, Bournemouth, and Bolton, providing both onsite and remote support to accommodate diverse project requirements.
Services
Highway Lighting Design
Ecology Mitigation Lighting
Electrical Network Planning
Lighting Impact Assessments
Section 38/278 Designs
Sports Pitch Lighting
Private Area Lighting
Cable Testing Services
As Built Documentation
Planning Condition Discharge
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- 20+ years combined experience in exterior lighting design
- Specialists in BS 5489 and BS EN13201 compliance
- Tailored solutions for adoptable and private lighting schemes
- Proven track record with local authorities and major developers
- Independent consultants with no manufacturer affiliations
Associations and certifications
- SMAS Worksafe
- CQMS Approved
What people say
Technical expertise
Planning compliance specialists
Reliable delivery
Experienced team
Tailored solutions
Services
Highway Lighting Design
Our highway lighting designs comply with BS EN13201 standards, incorporating 2D masking techniques to visualise building impacts. We produce detailed CAD layouts, cable calculations, and equipment schedules tailored to section 38/278 requirements. Specialising in both urban and rural environments, our solutions balance safety, energy efficiency, and planning compliance for local authorities and developers.
Ecology Mitigation Lighting
We develop lighting strategies for ecologically sensitive sites, following Institute of Lighting Professionals guidelines to protect species like bats and newts. Our mitigation plans incorporate shielded luminaires and controlled spill light to meet planning conditions. With experience in SSSIs and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, we help clients achieve planning permission through tailored lighting solutions.
Electrical Network Design
Our electrical designs cover single and three-phase networks to 18th edition regulations, including feeder pillar layouts and cable capacity calculations. We create schematics for private installations and highway authorities, ensuring compliance with current wiring standards. Services include load analysis, fault level calculations, and integration with existing infrastructure for new developments.
Lighting Impact Assessments
We conduct detailed assessments measuring vertical illumination, spill light, and obtrusive lighting effects using TR28 methodologies. Our reports include isolux contour diagrams to demonstrate compliance with local authority requirements. These assessments help discharge planning conditions by proving lighting schemes won't adversely affect residential areas or ecologically sensitive sites.
Section 38/278 Designs
Specialising in highway lighting schemes for local authority adoption, we prepare comprehensive packages including CAD layouts, lighting calculations, and equipment schedules. Our team liaises directly with highway authorities to ensure compliance with adoption agreements. We provide as-built documentation and site supervision to guarantee successful scheme implementation and handover.
People
Massimo D'Angelo
Managing Director
With 18 years in lighting design, Massimo oversees consultancy operations and major projects. He established MMA after managing Westminster's street lighting contracts and continues to lead complex schemes including airport and urban developments.
Mark Chandler
Director
Mark brings 17 years of exterior lighting expertise, specialising in highway schemes and PFI projects. As co-founder, he manages technical standards and client relationships, drawing on experience from Westminster and Bracknell Forest Council contracts.
Rob Cooper
Senior Lighting Designer
Rob offers 8 years' experience across PFI projects and private developments. He leads Midlands expansion efforts, applying commercial expertise to deliver lighting solutions that balance technical requirements with client budgets.
Simon Winch
Senior Lighting Designer
With 4 years at MMA, Simon specialises in section 38/278 schemes and private network designs. He manages projects across southern England, ensuring compliance with planning and adoption requirements.
Paul Hammond
Street Lighting Designer
Paul joined MMA from Thames Water, focusing on detailed highway and car park lighting schemes. He applies technical precision to projects across Berkshire and surrounding counties, ensuring adherence to current standards.
Questions
What areas do you cover for lighting design services?
We operate nationwide across the UK and Ireland, with particular expertise in highway lighting schemes and ecologically sensitive developments.
Can you help discharge lighting-related planning conditions?
Yes, we specialise in preparing lighting impact assessments and mitigation strategies to satisfy local authority requirements for planning approval.
Do you work directly with local authorities?
We maintain established relationships with multiple local councils and regularly collaborate on section 38/278 highway schemes and private developments.
What lighting design software do you use?
Our team utilises industry-standard tools including CAD, Lighting Reality, Philips Calculux, and Urbis Turbolight for precise design visualisation and calculations.
Can you assist with ecology lighting mitigation?
Yes, we develop tailored lighting strategies to protect wildlife habitats, following guidelines from the Bat Conservation Trust and Institute of Lighting Professionals.
What types of projects do you typically handle?
We specialise in highway lighting schemes, private developments, sports pitch lighting, and electrical network designs for both public and private sector clients.
