Commercial lighting design in Lanarkshire
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 Lanarkshire, including East Kilbride, Hamilton and Cumbernauld.

Commercial lighting design work in Lanarkshire
A calculated design gives Lanarkshire building control or landlords the efficacy evidence they ask for.
For Lanarkshire projects with new layouts or tall spaces we model the lighting first, so the fittings ordered actually hit the target lux.
What's included
- Part L or national efficacy evidence
- Control strategy and zoning
- Fitting selection balancing cost, efficacy and glare
- Drawings and schedules for tender or installation
Guide prices in Lanarkshire
Typical budgets for Lanarkshire, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| 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 Lanarkshire
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 Lanarkshire
- East Kilbride
- Hamilton
- Cumbernauld
- Coatbridge
- Airdrie
- Motherwell
- Rutherglen
- Cambuslang
- Wishaw
- Bellshill
- Blantyre
- Viewpark
- Larkhall
- Biggar
- Bothwell
- Carluke
- Kilsyth
- Lanark
- Shotts
- Strathaven
- Uddingston
Commercial lighting design FAQs for Lanarkshire
Which fire safety law applies in Lanarkshire?
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.
Which towns in Lanarkshire do you cover?
All of Lanarkshire, including East Kilbride, Hamilton and Cumbernauld. See the towns list on this page for local pages.
Can you design and install?
Yes. Most clients ask us to design and install so one team is responsible for the result.
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.
Related services in Lanarkshire
- Lighting surveys and lux testing
- Fit-out and new-build lighting
- Lighting controls
- Emergency lighting installation