Commercial lighting design in Mid Glamorgan

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 Mid Glamorgan, including Rhondda, Tonypandy and Bridgend.

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

Commercial lighting design work in Mid Glamorgan

For Mid Glamorgan 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 Mid Glamorgan building control or landlords the efficacy evidence they ask for.

What's included

Fitting selection balancing cost, efficacy and glare
Emergency lighting design to BS 5266-1
Lux calculations and plots for each area
Drawings and schedules for tender or installation

Guide prices in Mid Glamorgan

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

Guide prices in Mid Glamorgan
Item	Guide budget (ex VAT)	Basis
Commercial electrician	£290 – £485	per day
LED panel (600×600)	£50 – £145	per fitting, supplied and fitted
DALI dimming and control	£50 – £145	per luminaire, on top of the fitting
LED high bay	£145 – £390	per fitting, supplied and fitted

Example: three days of design and calculation work, about £875 – £1,450 excluding VAT.

Rules that apply in Mid Glamorgan

The Welsh Approved Document L Volume 2 (2022) uses 95 luminaire lumens per circuit-watt for general lighting, with alternatives such as LENI. A new Welsh edition takes effect from 4 March 2027 with a higher figure of more than 105.

Towns we cover in Mid Glamorgan

Commercial lighting design FAQs for Mid Glamorgan

What energy rules apply to new lighting in Mid Glamorgan?

The Welsh Approved Document L sets the efficiency that new lighting in Mid Glamorgan must meet. We check fittings against it at design stage and keep the evidence for building control.

Which fire safety law applies in Mid Glamorgan?

The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 sets the duties of the person responsible for fire safety, including emergency lighting where escape routes need it.

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 Mid Glamorgan