SF.IOAN: AN ATMOSPHERIC APPROACH TO LIGHT
Client: Municipiul Piatra Neamt
Contractor: Excell Impex
Location: Piatra Neamt
Year: 2023
Photo: Stefan Pavaluta
Architectural lighting for a class A monument church in Piatra Neamt, NT-II-m-A-10567.01 code in the national monuments' list.
Dating back to the late 15th century, during Stefan cel Mare’s reign, it stands on the higher points of the city, being part of an bigger historical ensemble and of a great local heritage - Curtea Domneasca square. The main intention was to emphasize the various physical and intricate details of the church: the “blind” windows, the naves, the prolongued eave, the different facades. It was a tricky ecuation that from our point of view required a two step answer: defining the 2 lighting fields (ground and shadowplay) and precisely positioning the objects.
The end result gives this important regional historic monument it’s much needed missing element: a feeling that it’s valued by the citizens, architects, showing each visitor and tourist that this is a landmark to be taken into memory and consideration.