Mr Kenneth Cliffe Lighting Design

I holds a bachelor’s degree in Three-Dimensional Design from Manchester School of Art, graduating in 2017. Starting a career in lighting in 2018.

Due to my involvement in the making process, I am able to think of narrative as a tactile experience for the viewer. The balance between light and illuminated elements is crucial to the success of any design, just as products’ textures can contribute to the depth and texture of a space.

Light, textures, and contrasts between light and dark inspire my work, as do the physicality of lighting and the relationship between materials. “There is no need for light if there is no darkness.” There is just as much importance to what isn’t lit as what is. Since the beginning of my career, I have been involved with world-class projects in architecture, daylighting, entertainment, light pollution, and dark skies.

The projects have been located all over the world and range from creative to analytical in nature. The two projects that stand out are the Dubai Hills Roller Coaster https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LlNIK2YKDoU, developing a creative lighting design for the ride area and retail area, and developing the largest Dark Sky Reserve by creating a specific lighting guide for the entire site and equipment. Also becoming the lead designer leading a team of four to collect the data in order to apply to become the largest Dark Sky Reserve.

SLL Young Lighter of the Year 2022 Finalist. ‘Adapting to a digital future’ that was based on the survey for the Dark Sky project. Using digital skills and process to A Reduction of Errors, Save Time, Save Money, Seamless transition of data and auto generated tender packages.