Berlin

A symbol of Berlin,
Germany, and reunication,
the Brandenburg Gate
is legendary. Schrder
illuminated this monument
with CORUS oodlights.

The entrances to the Olympic stadium in Berlin

are lit by MODULLUM luminaires. Photometric
exibility, a multitude of congurations and
discreet integration into the architectural
environment are a few attributes that have made
the MODULLUM a valued tool for lighting the
German capital.

MODULLUM luminaires light up Bebelplatz, where they create

a warm ambiance on the square and on the facades of some of
Berlins most famous historic buildings.

BERLIN WANTS TO COMBINE THIS ROMANTIC LIGHTING, WHICH CONTRIBUTED SIGNIFICANTLY TO THE
REPUTATION OF ITS NIGHT LIFE, WITH MODERN CONCEPTS OF PERFORMANCE AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT.
FROM EAST TO WEST, THE CITY FLUCTUATES BETWEEN LIGHT AND SHADOWS.

A CITY REUNITED
LIGHT AND SHADOWS
Berlin was divided for many decades. This division is still visible today in the citys differentiated lighting. In the
west of the city, neighbourhoods have maintained traditional gas lampposts with their pleasant warm light. To
the east, luminaires similar to those used in the rest of former East Germany have been installed. Both types of
lighting are technologically outdated and can no longer be justied on an ecological level, because of their very
high energy consumption.
To preserve the romantic character of its nights, Berlin keeps lighting to a minimum. Our goal is to preserve this
particularity, because it identies our city. We also want to reduce energy consumption and lower maintenance
costs, while maintaining our concern for the environment and sustainable development. An advisory committee
made up of specialists in lighting,
ng, ecology, and sociology is there to ensure that this goal is achieved. Different
neighbourhoods were identied based on their character and their topography. An inventory of the different
lighting ambiances, by neighbourhood and main roads, has been organised in a manual, which also includes the
types of illumination used for major buildings. As we had noticed that our low lighting contributes to a good
uniformity of light, we wish to co
onserve this characteristic of Berlin. In addition, the many temporary
artistic illuminations that have
e multiplied alongside the permanent lighting help people
rediscover places in a unique way. Our ambition is to keep the lighting to a minimum,
because we believe that only relative unobtrusiveness can leave room for
illuminations that are respectful of the starry sky above Berlin.
Regula Lscher
Director of Urban Development, Berlin Senate
Secretary of State

The FURYO luminaire has been installed on

several main roads in Berlin: Unter den Eichen,
Siemensdamm, Kaiser-Friedrich-Strae,
Berliner Strae, Alt Moabit.

 Savings in kWh/year: 676,500

Savings in tonnes of CO2 /year(*): 406
Savings in /year(**): 101,475
Savings in materials used: +/- 50%
Quantity of mercury saved in mg/lamp: 36.4
Energy efciency (W/m / cd/m)
old: 0.88 / new equipment: 0.34
Average luminance level (cd/m)
old: 0.86 / new equipment: 0.85
(*)

600gr CO2/kWh
kWh = 0.15

(**)

FURYO

THE GREEN LIGHT

100,000 OF SAVINGS
PER YEAR
Like many major European cities, Berlin attaches great
importance to a rational use of energy. The city recently
replaced several lighting installations equipped with 250W
mercury lamps that were more or less 40 years old with a
thousand FURYO luminaires tted with 90W Cosmopolis
lamps. The FURYO range is the most complete solution that
Schrder has to offer in terms of energy savings, maintaining
performance and reduced materials used in manufacturing.

Available for direct or indirect lighting, the AMARYLLIS is a luminaire

that combines efcient lighting with the creation of ambiance. It has
found an application in the heart of Berlins residential areas.

Alexanderplatz, the emblematic square

of former East Berlin, was the subject of

ALEXANDERPLATZ,
ILLUMINATED 20 YEARS AFTER
THE FALL OF THE WALL
Until 1989, Alexanderplatz was the heart of socialist Berlin. Destroyed during the
war, this large esplanade was designed between the 50s and the 70s and is
surrounded by large buildings with a style that is a far cry from the atmosphere
of small businesses and bistros frequented by Berlin workers before the war.
In November 1989, Alexanderplatz was the site of an enormous demonstration
against the East German government, right before the fall of the wall.
Upon German reunication, public authorities started tackling past
architectural errors.
Schrder in collaboration with the lighting designer Volker von Kardorff
recently provided a new lighting scheme for this prestigious area, the meeting
place par excellence of all Berlin residents.

The TRIFLEX luminaire was selected

to light Alexanderplatz.
The installation of the lighting
columns along the squares
perimeter leaves a large open space,
free of obstructions.
The square is lit by 26 TRIFLEX Maxi
luminaires on double brackets and
27 TRIFLEX Midi on single brackets.

a complete renovation. For the lighting,

Schrder collaborated with the lighting
designer Volker von Kardorff.

What were the objectives in renovating alexanderplatz?

the ups and downs of history, the square had lost its character and no longer met the requirements
of a modern urban square. It was important to revitalise this square in order to reinforce the citys
identity. A competition was launched and our concept of limited lighting columns to preserve the
landscape convinced the city authorities.

What are the goals of the lighting concept?

The lighting plan binds the spaciousness of the square. The entrances to the square are free of
lighting columns, thus leaving the axes of the square undisturbed. The luminaires, installed on double
brackets, frame the edge of the square, preserving its polygonal shape and creating a ring of light.

SURROUNDED BY AN
INTERNATIONAL TEAM
OF ENGINEERS AND
ARCHITECTS, VOLKER

They equally complement the dark grey granite steps that frame the ground. In this manner, we have
achieved a perfectly proportioned space with a pleasant light ambiance for the shops, restaurants
and cafs. At the same time, the centre of the square is darker, which creates a backdrop for the World
Clock and the Friendship Among Nations Fountain.

VON KARDORFF IS
ONE OF THE MOST
PRESTIGIOUS GERMAN
LIGHTING DESIGNERS.
IN COLLABORATION
WITH SCHRDER, HE
ILLUMINATED TWO MAJOR
SITES IN BERLIN: THE
BRANDENBURG GATE AND
ALEXANDERPLATZ.

WHY DID YOU CHOOSE THE TRIFLEX LUMINAIRE?

The Triex luminaire was perfect for the lighting concept; it offers a classic design on a double bracket
with an innovative photometry. Indeed, the principle of incorporating three different lamps in a
single luminaire means that the luminous intensity could be increased. The three-tiered design of the
luminaire emphasises light and enhances the simplicity of its cylindrical shape. The frosted protector
reinforces visual comfort at night.

A oodlight was integrated into

the pole to illuminate the faades.
The luminaires are tted with metal
halide lamps with ceramic arc tube
of 70 and 150W.

A luminous ambiance was one

of the basic criteria for selecting
a lighting scheme. In this
environment of cold architecture,
the TRIFLEX luminaire fulls its
mission perfectly.

The total power installed is

20kW to light the entire
square, even though it
measures 200m by 110m!

Egem = 16 lux
Uo = 13%

Lamps: 70W and 150W

metal halide with
ceramic arc tube
14,5 m
8,5 m

MONBIJOU PARK:
GREEN SETTING,
LIGHT SETTING
Monbijou Park extends over 7 acres in the heart
of Berlin formerly part of East Berlin next to
Museum Island, a UNESCO world heritage site since
1999, that houses several of the most prestigious
museums in Europe. This green setting, where
Berliners congregate on sunny days, was the subject
of a new lighting project.

Monbijou Park, nature

surrounded by space dedicated
to culture. The City of Berlin
selected the MODULLUM
luminaire for its discreet
integration and photometric
exibility.

What were the characeristics for lighting this site,

monbijou park?
Monbijou Park is in the heart of the city. It is near the Spree River and Museum Island. Consequently,
this park is very popular with inhabitants and tourists. In addition, this large 7-acre green space also
houses a large open-air swimming pool and theatre. Our lighting project had to take these factors
into account. What was needed was a lighting design that integrated discretely with an area rich in
art and culture, thus excluding luminaires with a design that might be too blunt, or luminaires with
contemporary shapes, or those evoking historical memories. The lighting solution also needed to play
a role in the creation of atmosphere.

What were the photometric requirements?

Given the high number of visitors to the site, the lighting by night had to be permanent and focused on

HARRY UNRUH,
ENGINEER WITH UEP
INGENIEURGESELLSCHAFT
FR ELEKTROPLANNUNG
IN BERLIN,
COLLABORATED WITH

the parks pathways. With its system of stackable optical modules, the ModulLum made it possible to
obtain good photometric results with no need to multiply the number of lighting points. This exible
system also made it possible to use a single luminaire design regardless of the environment to be
lit. The ModulLums highly directional ux control also met another requirement: to limit glare for the
many boats that sail on the Spree River.

How did your lighting solution convince the city of berlin?

TOWN PLANNING FIRM

Our solution included two major aspects: exibility and discretion, exactly what was being asked for.

LUTZOW 7 TO LIGHT

In addition, even though the city was in fact tempted to use luminaires with a more historic character

MONBIJOU PARK IN THE

HEART OF BERLIN.

in Monbijou Park, it particularly appreciated the lighting scheme of another prestigious square in
Berlin that used the same ModulLum luminaires, Bebelplatz. This project demonstrated the discreet
and efcient character of these luminaires and offered an example of perfect integration with the sites
historic environment.

The MODULLUM luminaire is available in several sizes and offers a

multitude of photometric combinations that can be adapted to any type
of application. A single lighting column, equipped with 1 to 4 modules,
can light roads, squares, or even facades.

Lamps: 70W metal halide

with ceramic arc tube

h = 5,4 m

23 m
2

Eave = 14 lux
Uo = 18%

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