Architectural and facade lighting in Moray
Architectural lighting uses LED wall washers, uplights, linear grazers and bollards to light a building's facade, entrance and landscaping after dark. We cover Moray, including Elgin, Aberlour and Ballindalloch.
Architectural and facade lighting work in Moray
Facade lighting in Moray works best when it picks out the architecture rather than flooding the whole elevation.
We cover Moray by arrangement. Because of travel and access, visits are usually grouped with other work in Moray, so please allow more time for a survey and tell us about any ferry or access constraints.
What's included
- Timeclock and photocell control
- Landscape and path bollards
- Glare and light-spill control
- Planning-friendly specifications where consent is needed
Guide prices in Moray
Typical budgets for Moray, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| LED floodlight | £200 – £500 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| 6 m column with LED lantern | £800 – £1,500 | per column, incl. foundation and a moderate cable run |
| Scissor or boom lift hire | £150 – £300 | per day |
| Commercial electrician | £300 – £500 | per day |
Example: 10 LED floodlights washing a building facade, about £2,000 – £5,000 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in Moray
Standard 6.5 of the Scottish building standards covers efficient, controllable lighting. The non-domestic guidance uses 95 luminaire lumens per circuit-watt for general lighting, or LENI.
Towns we cover in Moray
Architectural and facade lighting FAQs for Moray
What energy rules apply to new lighting in Moray?
Section 6 of the Scottish building standards sets the efficiency that new lighting in Moray must meet. We check fittings against it at design stage and keep the evidence for building control.
Which fire safety law applies in Moray?
The Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 and the Fire Safety (Scotland) Regulations 2006 sets the duties of the person responsible for fire safety, including emergency lighting where escape routes need it.
Do I need planning permission for facade lighting?
Sometimes, particularly in conservation areas or where lighting is prominent. Check with your local planning authority before installing.