Light Talk Podcast

Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered how lighting can transform an entire space without you even noticing the lights themselves? That’s exactly what I uncover, taking you through my journey from setting up Philips' project lighting division in Asia Pacific to my own lighting design practice Klaasen Lighting Design. This episode promises to enrich your understanding of lighting design, offering not only practical insights but also my personal approach to blending visual appeal with practicality. Explore specific projects like the Atlas Bar in Singapore, where a suspended lighting system that brightens decorative ceiling paintings and the innovative, atmosphere-enhancing lights at the Naera Hotel in Xitang, China. Learn about the importance of aligning lighting concepts with client expectations, the integration of IoT in modern lighting, and the necessity of realistic renderings. Some of my stories include turtle-friendly beach lighting to grand openings that earned heartfelt hugs from clients, illustrate the profound impact of thoughtful lighting design on architectural spaces and client relationships alike. I also delve into the complexities of client communication and the environmental considerations that come into play in lighting projects. Reflecting on memorable projects, sharing the invaluable lessons I've learned, emphasising the importance of trust, collaboration, and staying updated with industry trends. I hope this presentation offers wisdom and insights, leaving you inspired and eager to tune in to more presentation like this in the future . More from the Light Talk Desk Watch my vlogs, industry dialogues and project tours. Listen to enriching stories, deep insights, and expert opinions in my podcast. Learn directly from a master, absorbing the knowledge, techniques and the artistry of lighting design through my masterclass. Download and delve into my works 'Light Talk, a Year in the Life of Light' and 'Light Talk 2, 16 Years in the Life of Light' - follow the journey of lighting design through his books. Check out lighttalk.space

Send us a Text Message. In this special episode, Martin Klaasen of Klaasen Lighting Design (KLD) welcomes the dynamic duo, Sharon Stammers and Martin Lupton from Light Collective, as they bring the Women in Lighting Initiative to Singapore. As ambassadors for gender diversity and inclusivity in the lighting industry, Sharon and Martin L visit the KLD office to interview Cheryline Chua, a senior female lighting designer at KLD, highlighting the firm's predominantly female workforce. In a turn of events, Martin Klaasen seizes the opportunity to engage in a captivating dialogue with Sharon and Martin L, shifting the interviewer's spotlight onto the very advocates of Women in Lighting. This insightful conversation delves into the challenges and triumphs of promoting gender equality and empowerment in the lighting design field, while exploring the unique perspectives and experiences of Sharon and Martin L in spearheading this global initiative. This enriching exchange of ideas is also presented in a thought-provoking video format, available for lighting enthusiasts and industry professionals alike. Tune in as Martin Klaasen, Sharon Stammers, and Martin Lupton shine a light on the transformative power of diversity and collaboration within the world of lighting design. Stay engaged and join the conversation as we share their journey and aspirations for a more inclusive and vibrant future in the realm of lighting design. Check out more at lighttalk.space More from the Light Talk Desk Watch my vlogs, industry dialogues and project tours. Listen to enriching stories, deep insights, and expert opinions in my podcast. Learn directly from a master, absorbing the knowledge, techniques and the artistry of lighting design through my masterclass. Download and delve into my works 'Light Talk, a Year in the Life of Light' and 'Light Talk 2, 16 Years in the Life of Light' - follow the journey of lighting design through his books. Check out lighttalk.space

Send us a Text Message. In the virtual site reviews Martin shows us a behind the scenes look at the site review of The Alila, Maldives and the Ritz Carlton, Singapore. Watch the videos here: https://youtu.be/HqDFZ560lJo and https://youtu.be/vdrhVLYAIJA Previously Martin or his team would go on site and check that every component of the lighting design is working as desired, with changes made as necessary. Since COVID there have been times when no one from the team can go to the site so the team must do the review virtually, this is what Martin shares with us today. More from the Light Talk Desk Watch my vlogs, industry dialogues and project tours. Listen to enriching stories, deep insights, and expert opinions in my podcast. Learn directly from a master, absorbing the knowledge, techniques and the artistry of lighting design through my masterclass. Download and delve into my works 'Light Talk, a Year in the Life of Light' and 'Light Talk 2, 16 Years in the Life of Light' - follow the journey of lighting design through his books. Check out lighttalk.space

Send us a Text Message. Interested in an Architects perspective on lighting? Martin interviewed Andrew Tang-Smith, Associate Principal at Woods Bagot Architects Perth for this latest instalment of Light Talk Conversations. More from the Light Talk Desk Watch my vlogs, industry dialogues and project tours. Listen to enriching stories, deep insights, and expert opinions in my podcast. Learn directly from a master, absorbing the knowledge, techniques and the artistry of lighting design through my masterclass. Download and delve into my works 'Light Talk, a Year in the Life of Light' and 'Light Talk 2, 16 Years in the Life of Light' - follow the journey of lighting design through his books. Check out lighttalk.space

Send us a Text Message. Martin recently interviewed Paley Ho CEO and founder of Unios Lighting in his latest Light Talk conversation. More from the Light Talk Desk Watch my vlogs, industry dialogues and project tours. Listen to enriching stories, deep insights, and expert opinions in my podcast. Learn directly from a master, absorbing the knowledge, techniques and the artistry of lighting design through my masterclass. Download and delve into my works 'Light Talk, a Year in the Life of Light' and 'Light Talk 2, 16 Years in the Life of Light' - follow the journey of lighting design through his books. Check out lighttalk.space

Send us a Text Message. Martin walks us through the design of the lighting design as well as the challenges and implementation of the lighting design of his recent project, the Manning Building in Fremantle, Western Australia. More from the Light Talk Desk Watch my vlogs, industry dialogues and project tours. Listen to enriching stories, deep insights, and expert opinions in my podcast. Learn directly from a master, absorbing the knowledge, techniques and the artistry of lighting design through my masterclass. Download and delve into my works 'Light Talk, a Year in the Life of Light' and 'Light Talk 2, 16 Years in the Life of Light' - follow the journey of lighting design through his books. Check out lighttalk.space

Send us a Text Message. Martin is being interviewed about one of KLD's most recent projects the award winning Naera Hotel and Spa. More from the Light Talk Desk Watch my vlogs, industry dialogues and project tours. Listen to enriching stories, deep insights, and expert opinions in my podcast. Learn directly from a master, absorbing the knowledge, techniques and the artistry of lighting design through my masterclass. Download and delve into my works 'Light Talk, a Year in the Life of Light' and 'Light Talk 2, 16 Years in the Life of Light' - follow the journey of lighting design through his books. Check out lighttalk.space

Light Talk Vlog Episode 22 - Martin and Ingmar Klaasen recently had a very interesting interview with Anders Ferm and Kjell Svensson of Waldersen, the developers of Dager an innovative light streaming service. Watch the interview at: https://youtu.be/WjiYYCPaxPs

Foreword Welcome to another edition of Light Talk. Light Talk has been a vlog for the last couple of months and now recently we also moved to doing it as a podcasts and blog. Hence, I sort of need to feel my balance on how to do that. I’m trying to learn how to develop content for all these things, so bear with me as I develop these platforms. In saying that, I will try to reach out on a more regular basis. The last two weeks have been a bit exciting because I just became a grandad. So...

Welcome to the Light Talk Platform. My name is Martin Klaasen and welcome to another edition of Light Talk, this time in audio/podcast form. This Light Talk Vlog was recorded 16 August 2020 & published on YouTube (see link below). Let me give you a bit of background about myself. I have been a professional lighting designer for over 40 years and during that time have received multiple awards. Back in 2009 I blogged about my experiences on a daily basis for a full year. This compilation of...