1. Case Studies

Chelsea & Westminster Hospital

A modern hospital interior with bright white walls, gray flooring, and circular LED ceiling lights. The space features medical equipment carts, a colorful landscape artwork, and a staff member walking through the clean and organized environment.
Client
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Project location
London, United Kingdom
Project date
2018
Bright hospital corridor with polished floors, white walls, and overhead LED panel lights.

Enhancing Healthcare Lighting for Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

As part of its commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust undertook a large-scale LED lighting upgrade across multiple phases. The goal was to reduce energy consumption, lower maintenance costs, and improve patient comfort while ensuring minimal disruption to hospital operations. In collaboration with Ferguson Brown Consultants, the hospital secured funding to implement a point-for-point LED retrofit, significantly cutting carbon emissions and optimizing lighting conditions in critical areas.

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Bright hospital corridor with white walls and grey accents. Bulletin boards display notices. Lit by a LED panel.

Enhancing Healthcare Lighting for Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

As part of its commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust undertook a large-scale LED lighting upgrade across multiple phases. The goal was to reduce energy consumption, lower maintenance costs, and improve patient comfort while ensuring minimal disruption to hospital operations. In collaboration with Ferguson Brown Consultants, the hospital secured funding to implement a point-for-point LED retrofit, significantly cutting carbon emissions and optimizing lighting conditions in critical areas.

A woman in a blue uniform stands at a white reception desk talking to another woman in blue scrubs. LED downlight in the background illuminates reception.

Cutting-Edge Products Deliver Efficiency and Long-Term Savings

The installation of Thorn’s energy-efficient lighting solutions resulted in a 42% energy reduction, delivering a return on investment in under five years. Additional benefits include reduced maintenance costs and enhanced safety in 24-hour care environments. With Phase 1 successfully completed, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital is now planning further refurbishments to modernize the remaining 60% of its lighting infrastructure, setting new standards in sustainable healthcare illumination.

"Energy efficiency is at the core of our design ideals, and the consistent support from the Zumtobel Group across projects helped drive a highly efficient lighting scheme. Their commitment to quality and service was exemplary, ensuring seamless integration and long-term sustainability."
Martin Lorimer, Associate at Wallace Whittle

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