A lighting design with circadian lighting that balances human-centered illumination and space-enhancing light.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Hikari Dental Clinic

We conducted thorough consultations with the client and designers to create a lighting environment in the medical space that is gentle on both the mind and body for patients and staff.

The smooth texture of the plaster walls softly diffuses natural light from the north-facing glass façade as well as indirect lighting, creating a bright and calming atmosphere in the waiting area.

Upper-mounted uplights installed above openings and over the central area of the laboratory utilize circadian lighting with sky-blue Azul light. The reflected light adds a sense of depth to the corridor, creating an immersive experience reminiscent of the Blue Cave.
In the treatment rooms, we employed high CRI lighting with a Ra value above 90. By combining multiple downlights with shelf-integrated indirect lighting, we created a comfortable visual environment that minimizes glare.

This project demonstrates the potential of lighting to serve as a key element in supporting human-centered design across diverse sectors, including education, offices, residential, and public spaces.

Architect: Takehiko Iseki

Local Executive Architect: Toshihiro Yoshimura Architects Office

Lighting Design: Architectural Lighting Group + Miho Konishi

Location: Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan

Completion:2025
Award: LIT Lighting Design Awards - Healthcare Lighting Design



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