Lumi-Plugin

Discover how one space-saving design challenge inspired one of the world’s most innovative life-saving, energy-saving, and cost-saving inventions

Design with purpose

In 2009, Bob Ward – a fire safety consultant, and retired fire fighter from the Royal Berkshire Fire & Rescue Service – was asked to share his fire prevention expertise for a new, open-plan housing development.

The interior designers wanted to prioritise elegant lighting for their minimalistic aesthetic over the installation of an essential – but unsightly – fire sprinkler system, that would save lives but clutter the ceilings.

Safety always comes first, so the interior design had to be compromised.

The future of open-plan design needed a new, open-minded solution – this was a light bulb moment for Bob.

By integrating essential ceiling fixtures with state-of-the-art downlights he could create one of the most streamlined lighting solutions in the world – and save lives.