LITE marks milestone with 350 years of combined experience

LED lighting solutions provider LITE is celebrating a major milestone: its team has now amassed over 350 years of combined experience in the industry.

This exceptional depth of expertise is central to LITE’s continued success. It enables the company to deliver bold, imaginative, and technically complex lighting projects across the globe – from festive city centre transformations to intricate architectural illuminations. Whether collaborating with lighting designers, local authorities, specifiers, or contractors, LITE consistently draws upon its unrivalled know-how to deliver solutions that exceed expectations.

At the heart of LITE’s approach is a fully integrated, turn-key service model – managing every aspect of a project from initial concept and design, through to installation, commissioning, and aftercare. This seamless process, refined through decades of hands-on industry experience, ensures that each project is executed with precision and care.

LITE’s name itself encapsulates the company’s core values:

• Lighting – Providing innovative, sustainable solutions that balance aesthetics, functionality, and energy efficiency.
• Innovation – Pushing boundaries through creativity, collaboration, and forward-thinking partnerships.
• Technology – Embracing the latest advancements to enhance performance, reliability, and impact.
• Experience – A powerhouse team of industry veterans, offering expert guidance and an unwavering commitment to quality.

Among LITE’s vast portfolio of successful projects, a few stand out as truly defining moments. For David Robertson, Architectural Lighting (North), The Mound in Edinburgh is one such project – a challenging and high-profile scheme delivered under extraordinary circumstances.

Reflecting on the experience, David shared: “A career-defining project – that’s how the client described it. And he wasn’t talking about my career.”

Completed in 2020, the project involved the transformation of a prominent heritage site for Lloyds Banking Group and Mitie. The Mound, described by the client as ‘the second most important building in Edinburgh,’ sits in the heart of the city and is exposed on all four sides to the elements, bringing significant logistical and environmental challenges.

The project’s complexity was amplified by its setting, a listed building that required careful planning and sensitive treatment, located in a busy city centre with limited access and high public visibility. Adding to the challenge, the site was exposed to high winds on all four elevations, and strict scheduling delays were imposed due to the COP26 summit and a royal visit from Prince Charles, which meant work couldn’t begin until both had passed. Despite these obstacles, the project was delivered successfully, a true testament to the LITE team’s resilience, meticulous planning, and problem-solving expertise.

David added, “Overcoming the barriers and intense client scrutiny made the final moment of commissioning unforgettable. The reaction from the Lloyds Banking Group team that evening is something that will stay with me for a long time.”

For Jake Barnes, LITE Regional Sales Manager, one of the most memorable and rewarding projects in his time at LITE has been the transformation of Ossett Town Hall – an outstanding Grade II listed building in West Yorkshire with deep architectural and civic heritage.

Jake and the wider LITE Architectural team knew it was a project that would demand both sensitivity and creativity.

Jake reflected on his experience of working on the project, “Ossett Town Hall stands out for me because it’s not just about lighting a building – it’s about honouring a piece of history and giving it new life after dark. It was a privilege to be part of something that enhances how the local community connects with such a historic landmark.”

LITE were appointed to design, supply, install, and commission the entire exterior lighting scheme, with a brief that demanded a flexible and thoughtful solution. The design needed to respect the hall’s historic architectural features, enhance its visibility and presence during the evening hours, and provide dynamic colour-changing capabilities to mark national events and awareness days, bringing both function and symbolism to the lighting design.

The people behind the projects are what truly set LITE apart. With decades of experience across multiple sectors and disciplines, the team shares a deep-rooted understanding of lighting, not just as a technology, but as an art form, a science, and a vital part of placemaking.

Steve Hainsworth, CEO of LITE, commented: “LITE is a true success story, growing year after year while maintaining a strong, stable team. Reaching 350 years of combined experience is a remarkable achievement, and it directly benefits our clients by giving them access to an unrivalled pool of expertise.”

Chung Lee, Design Director, added: “Being part of LITE is fantastic – it’s an inspiring place to work, where we’re constantly learning and evolving. This allows us to pass our knowledge on to clients, ensuring successful project outcomes.”

Lawrence Hayes, UK Specification Manager, shared his perspective on joining the team: “I joined LITE at the end of last year. One of the key factors that persuaded me to join the team is encompassed in this milestone – working as part of a team that has the knowledge, mindset, track record, and motivation to execute projects to the highest standard. We take ownership of every project we’re involved in, with commitment, honesty and trust. That’s what defines us – and what ultimately delivers the best results for our clients.”

While the lighting industry continues to evolve rapidly, with smarter controls, sustainability targets, and experiential design becoming ever more central, LITE’s steady foundation of experience remains a key asset. The company’s longevity and proven track record give clients confidence that every project will be handled with the utmost professionalism, creativity, and care.