The lighting of external sports facilities has
become an issue of great controversy as the light pollution created
by so many is extremely detrimental to the environment. Any external
lighting will create some pollution but this can be greatly minimised
by careful design thus allowing a community to enjoy facilities without
unacceptable detriment to their surrounding location.
dpa
were commissioned to design a carefully considered solution to the lighting
of an all weather pitches on the University campus. The result limited
spill light beyond the pitch at ground level and by the use of cut-off
lanterns ensured no glare to adjoining properties. The result is an
environmentally sensitive solution that provides a first class facility
for the University.
