We were delighted to be invited to design the lighting for the UK's first major exhibition on kimono titled Kimono: Kyoto to Catwalk; presenting the garment as a dynamic and constantly evolving icon of fashion. Both a timeless symbol of Japan, and an ever-evolving inspiration for new creations.

Working with designers Storey Studio the exhibition journeys through a colour palette. From the calming matcha green tea house to seductive reds and pinks then reaching a crescendo of a kaleidoscopic mirror-clad room before opening out into a surreal white zen garden landscape with vibrant pops, each complementing shades woven into the garments on display. Atmospheric lighting and abstract soundscapes introduce an ephemeral layer that animate throughout the space, ushering the visitor yet further into this magical world. We designed diffused light-boxes, recessed into the set works , which eminated layers of soft light through Japanese screens. Showcases were animated with concealed horizon lights at the base creating luminous windows of display whilst adhering to low conservation levels on these sensitive objects. Vistas were highlighted rendering a rich dialogue between spaces and content.