Commercial lighting design in Argyll and Bute

Commercial lighting design means calculating and specifying luminaires, positions and controls so a space gets the right light for its tasks, meets standards such as BS EN 12464-1 and energy rules such as Part L, and is comfortable to work in. We cover Argyll and Bute, including Ardrishaig, Ballygrant and Bowmore.

Lighting designer's desk with a lux contour plot on screen

Commercial lighting design work in Argyll and Bute

For Argyll and Bute projects with new layouts or tall spaces we model the lighting first, so the fittings ordered actually hit the target lux.

A calculated design gives Argyll and Bute building control or landlords the efficacy evidence they ask for.

We cover Argyll and Bute by arrangement. Because of travel and access, visits are usually grouped with other work in Argyll and Bute, so please allow more time for a survey and tell us about any ferry or access constraints.

What's included

Control strategy and zoning
Emergency lighting design to BS 5266-1
Drawings and schedules for tender or installation
Part L or national efficacy evidence

Guide prices in Argyll and Bute

Typical budgets for Argyll and Bute, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.

Guide prices in Argyll and Bute
Item	Guide budget (ex VAT)	Basis
Commercial electrician	£300 – £500	per day
LED panel (600×600)	£50 – £150	per fitting, supplied and fitted
DALI dimming and control	£50 – £150	per luminaire, on top of the fitting
LED high bay	£150 – £400	per fitting, supplied and fitted

Example: three days of design and calculation work, about £900 – £1,500 excluding VAT.

Rules that apply in Argyll and Bute

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 Argyll and Bute

Commercial lighting design FAQs for Argyll and Bute

How are prices set in Argyll and Bute?

Our guide prices are adjusted for regional labour costs. After a survey you get a fixed price for the agreed scope.

Which towns in Argyll and Bute do you cover?

All of Argyll and Bute, including Ardrishaig, Ballygrant and Bowmore. See the towns list on this page for local pages.

Do I need a lighting design for an LED upgrade?

For a like-for-like swap in a simple office, a survey is often enough. For new layouts, warehouses, sports areas or where light levels are disputed, a calculated design avoids getting it wrong.

Can you design and install?

Yes. Most clients ask us to design and install so one team is responsible for the result.

Commercial lighting design in Argyll and Bute