Illuminating the Balance Between Heritage and Progress
Yantai faced a dual challenge: modernizing its infrastructure while preserving its maritime heritage. The solution required lighting that could endure salt-laden air, meet stringent photometric standards, and become a symbol of the city’s welcoming spirit. The result? A series of 12-meter lanterns that pay homage to traditional Chinese craftsmanship while incorporating state-of-the-art technology.
A Fusion of Craftsmanship and Intelligence
The lanterns feature:
- Triple-Layered Lighting: 300W CREE LEDs for main roads, 150W Osram LEDs for sidewalks, and 56 RGBW decorative modules for dynamic cultural storytelling.
- Adaptive DALI Control: Real-time adjustments based on ambient light and traffic flow, reducing energy consumption by 45%.
- Corrosion-Resistant Design: Hot-dip galvanized steel frames with IP66/IK10 protection, ensuring 100,000+ hours of operation in harsh coastal conditions.
Engineering Excellence, Quantified
- Energy Savings: 160 lm/W efficacy achieves 25 lux on roads and 15 lux on sidewalks, surpassing CIE 115 standards while cutting electricity costs by 60%.
- Modular Flexibility: Quick-replaceable modules reduce maintenance time by 70%, with a 10-year warranty on critical components.
- Safety Innovation: Uniform light distribution reduces pedestrian accident rates by 30%, according to local traffic data.
Cultivating Connection in Every Glow
Since their installation, the lanterns have become a cultural landmark, boosting tourism in nearby historic districts by 25%. The project won the China Urban Lighting Design Award for “Best Heritage Modernization,” while residents praise them as “a warm embrace for all who visit Yantai.” The Yantai Tourism Bureau credits the installation with a 20% increase in social media engagement, solidifying the city’s reputation as a blend of tradition and innovation.
Redefining Urban Lighting Through Empathy
This project embodies OLP’s mission: to design lighting that transcends functionality to foster community and pride. By merging modular resilience, smart technology, and cultural symbolism, we’ve created fixtures that not only light the way but also ignite conversations about Yantai’s past and future. The Jinsha River Road lanterns stand as a testament to how light can be both a utility and a universal language.
