HEI MATAU

2020 / 2021

Hei Matau is one of the largest residential projects James Russ has taken on alongside the talented Bossley Architects and Bonham Builders. Multiple stories and vast spaces in a stunning beachside property will be lit up with James’ lighting designs.

Lights will be fully automated, fusing function with beauty. The ongoing project is monumental in terms of detail and functionality.

James has a strong working relationship with his client, having created lighting for his previous homes. The design process for his current three-storey house has been three years in the making.

The need for less obvious downlight’s has pushed the boundaries and from it all James has created a seamless lighting solution that produces soft task light without the glare of bulbs. Subtle lights that add focus where it is needed play hand in hand with the continual LED strip hidden away in negative details throughout the home.

The designer feature dining light is a labour of love and has changed through out the timeline, finally settling in the form of a soft brass ‘Loop’ with continuous LED light to wash down onto the diners below.

Materials used: LED, alloy, brass