Set against the riverside backdrop of Battersea, London’s Morgan’s Walk development has been enhanced with Acrospire’s contemporary Chelsea lanterns – blending modern lighting performance with a design that complements the area’s sought-after aesthetic.
Nestled along the River Thames between Battersea Bridge and the landmark Montevetro building, Morgan’s Walk is a private estate renowned for its blend of modern living and scenic surroundings.
With 66 houses and 156 flats set within 10 acres of landscaped gardens, the estate is designed to offer a tranquil escape in the heart of London. However, as the existing lighting infrastructure aged, residents sought a solution that would enhance safety, maintain the aesthetic integrity of the estate, and provide energy efficiency.
Morgan’s Walk Management thus partnered with Acrospire to deliver a modern, visually appealing, and high-performance lighting upgrade that would meet the unique needs of the estate while ensuring minimal disruption to the local environment.
A total of 53 Chelsea lanterns by Acrospire were installed across the estate. The Chelsea is a contemporary amenity lantern, designed to offer superior photometric performance while blending seamlessly into modern urban environments. The Morgan’s Walk team selected Chelsea for its sleek, modern design, which harmonises with the estate’s architectural style both during the day and at night. To enhance safety, the SYMAREAWIDE lens provides a symmetrical wide beam, ensuring even illumination across communal areas and walkways and helping residents feel safer after dark.
A 3000K colour temperature was specified to align with best practices for urban wildlife protection, minimising light pollution along the Thames. The lanterns, which carry a 12-year warranty, also boast an IK10++ impact rating, ensuring long-lasting performance that withstands potential damage and environmental wear.
The new lighting installation at Morgan’s Walk successfully enhances both safety and aesthetics while providing a sustainable solution that aligns with the estate’s long-term maintenance and environmental goals.
Michael Stark, Director of Morgan’s Walk Management, comments, “We chose Acrospire’s Chelsea lanterns over competitor products because they not only looked great when illuminated, but they also complemented the estate beautifully during the day. Other options lacked a bowl, which meant they could attract insects and cobwebs – an issue we wanted to avoid, especially in a riverside location.
“The Chelsea lantern is competitively priced and offers a particularly long warranty, minimising future maintenance costs. The service from Acrospire was second to none, ensuring a seamless installation and an excellent final result.”
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