TOKYO | SINGAPORE | HONGKONG | SHENZHENThe most important aspect of lighting design is learning from natural light.
Through the designing for superior lighting environments,
LPA strives to create comfortable, yet inspiring environments of daily life.

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About LPA

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Business Contents
1. Planning and Design
2. Consulting
3. Research and Development
4. Education and Cultural Awareness678
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Design Process
1. Concept Design
2. Schematic Design
3. Design Development
4. Tender Documentation
5. Site Supervision
6. Site Commissioning

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Selected Awards16About LPA

Lighting Planners Associates (LPA) is an organisation of lighting specialists established in 1990 ledby Kaoru Mende. The goal of LPA is to design and build outstanding lighting environments thatenrich our architectural and lighting culture. Today, LPA has a total of 60 unique lighting specialists at its offices in Tokyo, Singapore and Hong Kong. While the majority of LPA projects are in thearea of architectural lighting design, its many outstanding design accomplishments have reachedto residential, hotel, office, commercial, public space, and landscape lighting as well as full-scaleurban lighting projects. LPA is regarded as a leading lighting consultancy in the world.

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Kaoru Mende
Corporate Outline

Lighting Designer
Principal
Born in Tokyo in 1950, earned a bachelors and masters degree from Tokyo University ofArt in the field of industrial and environmental design. In 1990, he founded Lighting Planners Associates Inc. The scope of his design and planning activities ranges widely fromresidential and architectural to urban and environmental lighting design. Mende is also theacting chief of the “Lighting Detectives”, a citizens’ group that specializes in the study of theculture of lighting.
Mende has been involved in such superb projects as Tokyo International Forum, JR Kyoto
Station, Sendai Mediatheque, Roppongi Hills, Nagasaki National Peace Memorial Hall for theAtomic Bomb Victims, Kyoto State Guest House, National Museum of Singapore, Singapore
City Center Lighting Master Plan, Alila Villas Uluwatu, Gardens by the Bay, Tokyo Station,Aman Tokyo, and Gifu Media Cosmos.
Awards Mende has received include the Illuminating Engineering Society of North America(IES) Award of Distinction, International Association of Lighting Designers (IALD) RadianceAward, Japan Culture Design Award, Mainichi Design Award, President’s Design Award inSingapore and others. Mende is a visiting professor at Musashino Art University and a parttime lecturer Tokyo University of Art. Mende is a member of the following associations, Architectural Institute of Japan (IAIJ), Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IES),
International Association of Lighting Designers (IALD), and Japan Design Committee (JDC).
Books Mende has authored include, “Transnational Lighting Detectives” (Kajima Publishing),“LIGHTING DESIGN for Urban Environments and Architecture” (Rikuyosya), “Designing withShadow” (Rikuyosya), “The Light Seminar” (Kajima Publishing), “A Manner in Architectural
Lighting Design” (TOTO Publishing), “LPA 1990-2015, Tide of Architectural Lighting Design”(Rikuyosha), and many other.

Tokyo Office
Lighting Planners Associates Inc.
Pier West Square, North Wing 1F,
1-11-8 Tsukuda, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0051, Japan
Tel : ( 81 ) 3 4500 6380
Fax : ( 81 ) 3 4500 6383
Email : lpa@lighting.co.jp
Singapore Office
Lighting Planners Associates (S) Pte. Ltd.
51B Neil Road, Singapore 088829
Tel : ( 65 ) 6734 3086
Fax : ( 65 ) 6734 2786
Email : singapore@lighting.co.jp
Hong Kong Office
Lighting Planners Associates (HK) Ltd.
Unit G, 9/F Tung Kin Factory Building, 196-202 Tsat Tsz Mui Road, Hong Kong
Tel : ( 852 ) 2578 9007
Fax : ( 852 ) 2578 9116
Email : hongkong@lighting.co.jp
Shenzhen Office
Lighting Planners Associates (C) Ltd.
Room E10, 23F Dinghe Tower, Fuhuasan Road,
Futian District, Shenzhen, China 518026
Email : shenzhen@lighting.co.jp5Business Contents
1. Planning and Design
For a successful and elaborate lighting scheme, LPA recommends being commissioned for all thephases in every project. These phases include a wide range of services classified in the following
order: Concept Design, Schematic Design, Design Development, Tender and Award, Construction
Supervision, Final Commissioning.
Such detailed services are used in a wide range of projects in:•Architecture and Interiors : Office Complexes, Museums, Theaters and Auditoriums, Retailand Commercial Facilities. Hospitality Buildings, Residential Buildings, Healthcare, Transportation Facilities, Sports Facilities, Civic and Institutional Buildings, Educational and Religious
Buildings•Exterior and Urban Environment Planning : Lighting Masterplan for cities, Landscape Areas,
Gardens, Parks, Bridges and Monuments

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2. Consulting
For projects in which detailed phase-wise involvement is not required, LPA offers consultancy services within which we contribute to the overall improvement in the visual environment.
Such consultancy services are generally of the nature of limited time-based involvement in thefollowing areas:•Consultation to Corporate firms on effective and efficient usage of their illuminated environments•

Consultation to City Authorities and likewise organizations on procedures of evaluation andguidelines for the lighting aspect within Urban, Environmental and Architectural projects•Research and Analysis of existing illuminated environments

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3. Research and DevelopmentLPA engages extensively in lighting product development, concept planning and applications design.
We are also involved in collaborative development with industry manufacturers on product andsystems design.
LPA has intellectual assets to research the effects of light and applies them to the following:•Design and development of new lighting fixtures•

Research and development of lighting design concepts for innovative projects•

Research and development of new lighting details, methods•

Investigative studies for the lighting industry dealing with effects of light on human behaviorand cityscapes

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4. Education and Cultural Awareness
LPA is constantly involved in lighting design education and tries to boost the prestige of lighting
culture on a regional as well as global scale. The approach is to create an awareness of the benefits of good lighting and encourage good lighting practices across all demographics.
LPA has experience in the following areas:•Exhibitions, lectures, symposiums and seminars on subjects of lighting•

Essays, Articles, Columns and Interviews for Publications•Media Appearances (television, radio etc) as Guest Speakers to promote lighting awareness9Design Process
Phase1 Concept Design - Phase 2 Schimatic Design - Phase 3 Detail Development - Phase 4 Tender Documentation - Phase 5 Site Supervision - Phase 6 Site Commissioning

Conceptualise a design scheme

We like to be involved in projects right from the early stages (Concept Design Phase +Schematic Design Phase) to fully consider what the concept and theme should be for thelighting design. We use this phase to properly understand the architectural intent andstrategy, and then based on the lighting requirements, are able to prepare a lighting designconcept.

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Attendance in development and architectural project orientation

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Survey of the lighting environment surrounding the project site

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Review of reference images and/or study of possibly helpful lighting
environments as case studies

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Brainstorming and concept design workshops

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Further study through lighting concept drawings and scale models

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Development of a lighting master plan and/or strategy

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Presentation of the lighting concept design

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Phase1 Concept Design - Phase 2 Schimatic Design - Phase 3 Detail Development - Phase 4 Tender Documentation - Phase 5 Site Supervision - Phase 6 Site Commissioning

Designing of a basic lighting scheme

Based on the approved lighting concept, during this phase we present the necessary lighting effects and techniques for a project. Generally, there is always more than one possible
lighting method, and we like to consider as many options as possible without limiting ourfreedom of thought and targeting the given conditions of a project. Also, approximate costestimates are analysed through feasibility studies.

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Study and analysis of various lighting methods

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Study through the use of models with lighting effects and/or simulations

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Development of CG simulations and/or CG renderings

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Schematic lighting fixtures layout and schedules

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Schematic lighting control systems if considered necessary for the project6.

General outline of lighting control systems and operation schedules

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General calculation of designed illuminance levels if necessary

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Calculation of approximate cost estimates

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Phase1 Concept Design - Phase 2 Schimatic Design - Phase 3 Detail Development - Phase 4 Tender Documentation - Phase 5 Site Supervision - Phase 6 Site Commissioning

Designing of lighting details

During this phase, we target feasible options from our initial design framework for finalisation. After many consultations with the Client, architects, and other consultants on theproject, we analyse our design in greater detail to prepare documentation for approval.
LPA lays emphasis on the overall cost of the lighting proposal and maintenance-friendly
design during this phase.

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Detailed analysis of lighting effects through mock ups

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Finalisation of lighting fixtures layout and performance specifications

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Design of custom-made light fixtures

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Analysis of mounting details and coordination with architectural details

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Operation schedules

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Cost estimates

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Design revisions due to budget adjustments

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Phase1 Concept Design - Phase 2 Schimatic Design - Phase 3 Detail Development -Phase 4 Tender Documentation - Phase 5 Site Supervision - Phase 6 Site Commissioning

From documents preparation to award

During this stage, we will recommend to the Client, suitable contractors and/or suppliers/manufacturers who may be invited to submit tenders for the lighting works and supply contract, and assist the Client and other appropriate professional consultants wherenecessary in short-listing of tenderers. Drawings, Specifications, Schedules and Details
that are necessary for the sake of complete comprehension of our design intention andstrategy are given to the tenderers. We also assist the Client in evaluating the tenderreturns and the acceptability of the prices quoted. Interviews and sample tests are alsopart and parcel of this stage.

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Preparation of tender documents

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Clarification of any doubts, queries raised by the tenderer or vice versa

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Evaluation of tender returns

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Interviews of the tenderers along with the Client and other consultants

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Analysing acceptability of tender offer including cost13

Design Process
Phase1 Concept Design - Phase 2 Schimatic Design - Phase 3 Detail Development - Phase 4 Tender Documentation -Phase 5 Site Supervision - Phase 6 Site Commissioning

Supervising the lighting installation

Lighting design can only be complete at the construction site. Many times, drawings
alone cannot correctly communicate our design intent and to clarify our ideas to thebuilders on-site, we hold a special lighting design briefing. We also anticipate the process
and flow of each construction site to confirm lighting effects through mock up experiments on-site or to adjust for other design changes. Focusing and coordination of operation scene changes are important steps just before the final commissioning.

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Explanation of lighting design intent and key points to builders

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Participation in on-site meetings

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Response to design changes and design revisions

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Checks and coordination of architectural shop drawings with the lighting scheme

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Checks and approval of light fixture shop drawings

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Supervision of custom-made fixtures7.

On-site supervision of lighting mock ups

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Inspection of status of construction

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Final lighting adjustments, focusing, and supervision of lighting control system

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Phase1 Concept Design - Phase 2 Schimatic Design - Phase 3 Detail Development - Phase 4 Tender Documentation - Phase 5 Site Supervision -Phase 6 Site Commissioning

Completing the project

During this stage, we conduct the final setting up of the lighting scenes to our satisfaction and to match the design intention. A maintenance schedule is prepared and handed
over to the Client for future reference. The Client and consultants are usually invited tothe site to see for themselves the lighting effect and feedback is taken. Minor tweakingto the lighting effect may be made during this stage. Any defects noticed are notified
to the relevant parties for immediate rectification within the Defects Liability Period. A
certificate of completion is also handed over to the Client from us.

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Site visits to supervise the final scene setting and light effects

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Engaging the Client and other consultants in site walkthrough to show the final effect3.

Assessing any damages or defects requiring rectification

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Selected Awards

Mt. Fuji World Heritage centre

Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi

2018 IESNA Award <Award of Merit>2018 IESNA Award <Award of Merit>2019 IALD Award <Award of Excellence>

2019 IEI-J Award <Award of Excellence>

The Sanya Edition

Mediacorp Campus

2017 IESNA Award <Award of Merit>2017 IESNA Award <Award of Merit>

CapitaGreen2017 IESNA Award <Award of Merit>2015 CTBUH <Best Tall Building Winner>2018 IEI-J Lighting Design Award <Award ofMerit>

Amanemu2017 IALD Award <Award of Merit>

National Gallery Singapore‘Minna no Mori’ Gifu Media Cosmos

2016 IESNA Award <Award of Merit>2016 IESNA Award <Award of Distinction>2017 IALD Award <Award of Merit>

Aman Tokyod’Leedon

Preservation and Restoration of theTokyo Station Marunouchi Building

Lighting Masterplan for Singapore’s
City Centre

2016 IALD Award <Award of Merit + Sustainability> 2016 IALD Award <Award of Merit>2015 IESNA Award <Award of Merit>2016 IEI-J Illumination Award <Award of Distinction>

Victoria Theatre & Concert Hall2015 IESNA Award <Award of Merit>

PARKROYAL on Pickering

2014 IESNA Award <Award of Merit>

Gardens by the Bay, Bay South2014 Award of Merit2013 IESNA Award <Award of Distinction>2013 LAMP Award

2013 IESNA Award <Award of Merit>2010 Singapore President’s Design Award <Design of the Year>

IALD : International Association of Lighting Designer

IESNA : Illuminating Engineering Society of North America
IEI-J : Illuminating Engineering Institute of Japan16

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