List of Recent Projects
Formula 1 party from Mclaren Mercedes
Astera's wireless LED fixtures played an important role at a recent Formula 1 party from McLaren-Mercedes. The outdoor event was held to invite important McLaren associates, VIPs and drivers. Apart from the current McLaren-Mercedes car, Astera’s products were the main decoration at the exclusive event.
Astera’s waterproof LED objects were used together with illuminated cocktail tables covered with easy-stretch covers to create an exciting atmosphere for the audience. The LED event fixtures were programmed to display cool blue and white colors to reflect a tranquil mood after a long racing day. In addition, Astera provided cable-free LED decoration that helped to keep the event tidy and uncluttered. 
Itsu Butterflies
A unique interior design installation was installed in a restaurant belonging to the Japanese Itsu chain in England. The LED fitting is inspired by a colorful butterfly flying along at the center of the ceiling. The installation manages to balance between dynamic and tranquility and provides an eye catcher to attract customers and a pleasant atmosphere while eating inside the venue.
While the first impression of the LED set-up might be confusing as the butterflies seem to be shining from its inside with no cables or light source visible, a careful inspection reveals that only half butterflies are hanging from the wall and the other half is a reflection from a cleverly placed mirror. The acrylic butterfly wings are illuminated from a set of LED strips provided by Astera.
It is installations like this that blur the boundaries between design and lighting. Cinimod Studio, the designing and executing agency, has been credited with various citations in design and architectural magazines. For Astera on the other hand this project has caused the company to start considering additional setups with acrylic light-medium for special projects and standard products.
pictures by www.cinimodstudio.com
Chemnitz Spielbank
Astera recently had the honor to modify their products for the illumination of the Chemnitz Spielbank, a Casino with a unique interior inspired by the sunken city of Atlantis. To match the unique indoor decoration, several of Astera’s products were combined to create a unique atmosphere at night.
A combination of outdoor Wallwasher, LED stripes and spot lamps were used to illuminate the modern front of the Casino. Driven by a complex light control system the LED lamps can adjust colors of the whole facade and can be used to highlight special events or slowly fade along during the hours of the night.
Snog Chandelier
When strolling through London’s trendy Soho district you might notice Astera’s latest interior design illumination in a yoghurt shop of the successful Snog Frozen Yoghurt brand. Designed by UK’s creative Cinimod Studio, the installation features a cluster of 700 single hanging LED balls.
When developing the lightballs and connecting them to an Astera controller, the company worked closely with Cinimod to create a unique lighting solution. Since each LED ball can be controlled individually, complex illumination can be achieved which fit the mood of the hour, provides an ambient lighting for the shop and catches the attention of people passing by.
The stunning installation soon came into the spotlight of the architectural scene and was featured by design magazines such as ‘design week’. Additional installations for Snog are currently under construction which will feature different applications of Astera’s products.
pictures by www.cinimodstudio.com
Pixel Cloud for Jason Brughes Studio
This LED lighting sculpture is hung from the ceiling of a 10-storey atrium of Allen 7 Overy's office in London like an oversized chandelier.The three-dimensional matrix contains 624 globes that can be individually addressed to form complex shapes and stunning lighting effects.
Each of the 624 globes is made out of 24 LEDs fitted inside a round polycarbonate housing of 120mm diameter. The control-mechanism was developed exclusively for Jason Brughes Studio and allows the playback of colorful three-dimensional animations. In combonation with a camera that was installed of the building's roof the pixel cloud can also display images of passing clouds forming an interactive-3D installation.
