Radius, Arden Square

Radius, Arden Square is a modern mixed-use development located in the heart of Crewe. This striking building combines commercial office spaces and residential apartments, offering a prime location within the town’s vibrant business and cultural district. 

Situated in Arden Square, it’s well-connected to major transport links, making it ideal for both businesses and residents. The building features contemporary design with energy-efficient elements, contributing to Manchester’s commitment to sustainability. With flexible spaces and modern amenities, Radius is a key part of the city’s ongoing urban regeneration. 

Lighting designers Artin. commissioned The Light Lab as specialist lighting contractors, to fabricate and install a bespoke installation suspended in the central stairwell of the building. The feature, titled ‘Abacus’,  consisting of 130 individually controlled colour-changing RGBW LED battens, was designed by Artin. to form a unique and eye-catching focal point. 

The LED battens comprise a metalwork body with a tube diffuser all mounted on a custom fabricated metalwork structure, spanning the full 16m height of the stairwell from the ground floor to ceiling. This structure offers support to all the battens whilst also providing a cableway for the significant power and data cable requirement for a feature mounted within a central space.    

The Light Lab also designed and supplied the control system using a custom motion sensor arrangement to actively trigger dynamic content via the Phaors DMX controller as the user steps on to the stairs.  

The dynamic lighting transforms the stairwell into a visually immersive experience, enhancing the space with a sense of movement and depth, while evoking a modern, energetic atmosphere.