The Zhangbei Mirage project by Puri Lighting Design showcases an innovative approach to architectural illumination — one that blends technical precision with artistic vision.

Located in an open field in Zhangbei County, China, the structure features a concrete core surrounded by a steel framework, which Puri Lighting Design has enhanced through strategic lighting techniques. The firm employed fixtures with varying wattages (36W and 48W) and beam angles (10° and 30°). In doing so, the designers created a layered lighting effect that emphasizes depth and transparency. The uplighting method, integrated into the steel framework, contrasts with the softer interior glow, producing a dynamic interplay of light and shadow that enhances the building’s visual complexity.

The Zhangbei Mirage project is a great example of how lighting can transform a building’s aesthetic.

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