Hackney Homes, London

The London Borough of Hackney has embarked on an ongoing project to transform its residential areas by upgrading the street lighting system. Working alongside Hackney Homes and Marlborough Highways, Urbis Schréder has been tasked with delivering LED lighting solutions. The primary goal was to improve visibility, enhance safety, and reduce energy consumption across the borough’s residential zones.

Building on trusted relationships

Urbis Schréder was commissioned this project thanks to its longstanding relationship with both the London Borough of Hackney and Marlborough Highways. Our commitment to delivering tailored, reliable solutions over the years has earned the trust of both partners. Marlborough Highways and Hackney Homes have consistently been pleased with the solutions we’ve implemented, as well as the smooth delivery and execution of past projects. 

Smart upgrades for modern urban living

Hackney Homes needed more than just a lighting replacement — they required an upgrade that would address multiple challenges:

• Improved Light Quality: The existing lighting setup consisted of older LED floodlights, which no longer met the borough’s needs. The clients requested an upgrade to LED warm white lighting, with the goal of delivering a softer, more comfortable light level for residents and reducing glare in residential streets. 
• Seamless Connectivity: The new lighting system must be integrated with the borough’s current Central Management System (CMS), to enable easy remote monitoring, control, and maintenance.
• Robust Solutions for Residential Areas: The clients wanted durable, low-maintenance lighting that could withstand the demands of high-traffic urban areas, delivering reliable performance while keeping operational costs low.

Brighter spaces, lower costs, greater control

Urbis Schréder effectively addressed these challenges by upgrading Hackney Homes’ lighting infrastructure, delivering a series of enhancements that aligned seamlessly with the client’s objectives. 

The installation of LED warm white lighting significantly improved the overall lighting levels, creating a more inviting and comfortable atmosphere for residents. This upgrade not only reduced harsh glare but also enhanced visibility throughout residential areas. Moreover, the incorporation of LED technology enabled the borough to make significant strides in energy savings, leading to a marked reduction in energy consumption and carbon emission.

Furthermore, the integration of the lighting system with their CMS empowers Hackney Homes to remotely control and monitor the lighting infrastructure. This capability allows for real-time adjustments based on foot traffic and weather conditions, optimizing energy usage while enhancing maintenance efficiency. 

The combination of improved lighting quality, energy efficiency, and advanced controllability creates a sustainable and responsive lighting solution tailored to the needs of the community. 

Elevating urban spaces with smart, sustainable Lighting

The lighting solutions chosen for this project were Schréder’s NEOS and AXIA 3 luminaires, known for their performance and durability in urban environments. Both product lines offer superior energy efficiency and long-lasting reliability, making them ideal for the borough’s long-term sustainability goals.

As the project continues to roll out across additional residential zones, these lighting solutions have consistently adapted to meet the diverse requirements of each location, offering both flexibility and efficiency for the evolving needs of the community.

A standard upgrade with a BIG impact

While this project is a standard LED lighting upgrade in many respects, its impact on the London Borough of Hackney is anything but ordinary. The focus on delivering higher quality, reducing energy consumption, and integrating connected lighting controls has helped create safer, more welcoming residential areas. As the project continues to roll out across the borough, Urbis Schréder remains committed to delivering innovative, sustainable solutions that meet the evolving needs of the community.

The Hackney Homes lighting upgrade represents a significant step forward in the borough’s journey towards creating safer, smarter, and more sustainable public spaces. With Urbis Schréder’s innovative lighting solutions, Hackney is not only reducing its environmental footprint but also enhancing the quality of life for its residents.