Printed Stretch Fabric Lightboxes – Cavendish Square, London

PROJECT OVERVIEW

Spanlite developed a bespoke ceiling solution using our RAFT stretch fabric lightbox system. This approach allowed the panels to operate as self-contained illuminated features, integrating both structure and lighting within a single unit.

The white onyx photographic artwork was selected to soften the architectural environment while enhancing brightness across the lift lobby. Because stretch fabric diffuses light evenly, the panels provide consistent illumination without visible hotspots. As a result, the installation improves both visual comfort and overall spatial cohesion.

We coordinated closely with the building team to ensure the system integrated cleanly within the existing ceiling layout. Our installation team assembled and positioned the panels on site, ensuring precise alignment and a refined finished appearance.

TECHNICAL DETAILS

Each Stretch Fabric Raft Panels unit incorporates a concealed LED array positioned behind the printed stretch fabric surface. This configuration produces uniform illumination across the entire panel while maintaining a slim and efficient ceiling solution.

The white onyx artwork was selected from Spanlite’s extensive onyx photography library and printed directly onto the stretch fabric. This process allows large-format imagery to appear continuous and seamless while ensuring accurate tonal reproduction. Meanwhile, the integrated lighting system provides ambient illumination alongside emergency lighting functionality, ensuring the installation meets building safety requirements.

Because the RAFT system is self-supporting, it eliminates the need for a recessed ceiling build-up. Consequently, the panels achieve a clean architectural finish while reducing the extent of structural modification required.

Spanlite completed installation outside of standard office hours to minimise disruption to occupants.

PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS

• Three bespoke printed stretch fabric lightboxes using Spanlite RAFT system
• White onyx photographic artwork printed onto stretch fabric
• Integrated LED backlighting for uniform illumination
• Self-contained ceiling system without coffer construction
• Combined ambient and emergency lighting functionality
• On-site assembly and installation by Spanlite team
• Out-of-hours installation to minimise disruption