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Buckford Illumination Group is a distribution company responsible for the sale and supply of high qu B.I.G.

is a company with a wealth of business experience and knowledge in the lighting industry. Our team takes pride in our reputation which is based on the delivery of quality products and outstanding customer service.

18/12/2024

As another year comes to a close, we've had the pleasure of celebrating with teams at Buckford Illumination Group and Integral Lighting through some unforgettable Christmas parties.

From thrilling sails in Adelaide, to pigeon clay shooting in Melbourne, and challenge rooms in Canberra, our teams certainly had a fantastic time wrapping up 2024.

We’d also like to take a moment to express our heartfelt thanks to our customers and suppliers for their continued support. We look forward to another prosperous year in 2025!

On behalf of everyone at Buckford Illumination Group & Integral Lighting, we wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Please note: Our office will be closed from midday on December 19th and will reopen on January 8th.

11/12/2024

Founded in 1913, the Castlemaine Art Museum holds a unique collection of Australian art, First Nations cultural material and historical artefacts reflecting the early history of the region. To support their broader vision in becoming Australia's leading regional art museum, Buckford Illumination Group supplied the ERCO New Optec to replace their previous outdated system. The New Optec delivers an impressive quality of light, revitalising the museum by improving the display and conservation of artworks, reducing energy use, and increasing environmental sustainability.

Client: Castlemaine Art Museum
Product: ERCO New Optec
Photography: Jackie Chan

04/12/2024

Last week, Buckford Illumination Group proudly hosted our Ladies in Lighting Event: Career, Culture, and Change. The event brought together professionals from the construction, engineering, and design industry to hear from an inspiring panel of four women who shared their experiences overcoming career challenges, navigating industry landscapes, and achieving success.

A huge thank you to our guest panelists: Boiminh Ho (WSP), Natalia Pabon (Arup), Nellie Whiteside (Aurecon), and Milena Starikov (Robson Rak), for taking the time out of their busy schedules to speak at our event. Your openness, honesty, and willingness to share sparked meaningful conversations and insightful questions from our audience, making the event impactful for everyone involved.

A special thanks to Buckford NSW's Lisa Murray for travelling to Melbourne to host the event and share your personal journey. Your authenticity and enthusiasm made the event even more enjoyable and engaging.

We’re excited to continue the momentum with more Ladies in Lighting events that foster these important conversations. Stay tuned for what’s next!

03/12/2024

Blacktown Exercise Sports and Technology Hub (BEST) at the heart of the Blacktown International Sportspark is recognised as a world class venue for sporting teams and the local community. Designed to make a positive impact, BEST provides a space for education, health, research, sports medicine, performance and rehabilitation.

Buckford Illumination Group NSW are proud to have supplied a variety of WE-EF LIGHTING luminaires across the exterior of this state-of-the-art facility. Integrating seamlessly into its striking facade, WE-EF ETC330-FS in-grounds deliver an interplay of shadow and light. While a combination of EFL540 street and area luminaires and FLC220 projectors provide safety and wayfinding to athletes and the broader community, ensuring visual comfort and improving accessibility. The innovative lighting scheme not only enhances the architecture, amplifying the overall impressiveness of the hub, it also creates a welcoming and inclusive environment for all.

Deservedly, BEST has won numerous awards including AIA Educational Architecture Commendation and Better Future Sydney Design Awards, Gold Award for Architecture – Public and Institutional. Well done to everyone involved!

Client: Blacktown City Council
Lighting Design: WSP
Architect: ARM Architecture
Landscape Architect: Architectus
Product: WE-EF KTY234, FLC220, DOR120, DAC240, ETC330-FS, EFL540
Photography: Martin Mischkulnig

24/11/2024

What a thrill it was to watch yesterday's Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix to see Signify shining on the night-circuit, ensuring the fastest show on earth is perfectly lit.

Signify's Philips Lighting ArenaVision Gen3.5 floodlights, installed above the track, are designed to replicate the conditions of natural daylight. Their exceptional quality and uniformity give drivers a clear view of the track, without needing to wait for their eyes adapt to change in brightness—critical for when they're driving at such high speeds.

For those tuning in from home (like us), the ArenaVision meets the latest broadcasting standards regarding glare and visible flicker. This ensures every moment is captured perfectly against the iconic Las Vegas skyline, delivering an unforgettable viewing for Formula 1 fans worldwide.

At Buckford, we're proud to distribute Signify’s innovative lighting solutions, including the ArenaVision, which we've supplied to multiple Melbourne stadiums to elevate the experience for spectators and players alike.

21/11/2024

We are excited to announce that Albury Riverside Precinct has won the 2024 AILA National Regional Achievement Award.

This cross-category award recognises landscape architecture that significantly improves regional Australia's healthy communities and/or built and natural environments.

Buckford Illumination Group are proud to have supplied the lighting for this project contributing to the transformation of a section of the river, changing how residents and visitors interact with the Murray River and its surrounding open space.

Group GSA's design focuses on inclusivity and accessibility, meaning this natural asset can be appreciated by all. It intends to enhance the community’s social and environmental wellbeing. It provides passive and active recreational use, improves connectivity for the community, and opens spaces for everyday use and events.

Congratulations for Group GSA for achieving the award and well done to all collaborators involved in this project.

Landscape Architect: Group GSA
Builder: EXCELL GRAY BRUNI PTY LTD
Engineer: Guthrie McGoldrick Consulting Engineers
Services Engineer: Building Services Group Ltd
Water Engineer: Water Technology Pty Ltd
QS: Wilde and Woollard,
Geotech: Civiltest
Pontoon: Fleetwood Urban
Product: Digilin Taipan & WE-EF Lighting ZFT470, FLC121, ETC320, ASP530
Photography: Simon Wood

19/11/2024

To top off the Melbourne Cup Carnival, Buckford VIC, Integral Lighting and Xero Lighting welcomed clients to Crown Oaks Day.

It was a fantastic event at Flemington Racecourse as we enjoyed the racing, fashion and networking over some delicious food and refreshing spritzes.

A big thank you to our clients who joined us - It was wonderful to see everyone embrace the spring spirit!

12/11/2024

It was a fantastic week of spring racing celebrations across all states for Buckford!

Kicking off the festivities on Melbourne Cup Day, our SA team and clients embraced the occasion, dressing to the nines in herringbone hats at Morphettville Racecourse. Meanwhile, our NSW team enjoyed a fabulous sit down luncheon at Arturo’s in Woolloomooloo, catching the race in style.

Thank you to all our clients across NSW and SA for joining in the fun!

10/11/2024

Buckford SA and Australian Institute of Landscape Architects (AILA) recently hosted SAILA Fresh Friday at Chihuly in the Botanic Gadens. It was a great chance to catch up with emerging young Landscape Architects after the busy year and be inspired by the by the world's most celebrated contemporary glass artist, Dale Chihuly.

06/11/2024

Last month, Buckford Illumination Group successfully hosted our Wine, Cheese & Casambi event. Attendees experienced a live demonstration showcasing the capabilities of Casambi using our own office lighting.

A big thank you to our clients who attended the event, and a special thanks to Buckford's Technical Solutions Manager, Trevor for showcasing the features of this future-proof wireless control system, designed for modern, flexible, and energy-efficient lighting solutions.

28/10/2024

With all the hours spent perfecting the lighting in a gallery, it's essential to keep sight of the main goal: how will the audience interact with the exhibition? Seeing an audience engaged, intrigued, and inspired is undoubtedly the most satisfying outcome for the team at Geelong Gallery.

Since the installation of the ERCO track system and Eclipse luminaires with interchangeable darklight lenses, supplied by Buckford in 2021, every new exhibition can be presented to perfection—one spotlight system, 28,000 possibilities. This flexibility is showcased in their latest exhibition, Cutting Through Time: Cressida Campbell, Margaret Preston, and the Japanese Print. The variety of lenses effectively illuminates the diverse approaches to painted woodblock and printmaking, inspired by the Japanese ukiyo-e tradition.

Project: Geelong Gallery
Lighting Design: Adam Meredith, MEGS Lighting
Photography: Andrew Curtis, courtesy of Geelong Gallery
Exhibition: Cutting Through Time
Artists: Cressida Campbell, Margaret Preston, the Japanese Print
Curator: Lisa Sullivan

24/10/2024

A fantastic evening last Friday at the 2024 VIC/TAS IES Awards Dinner! ✨✨

Congratulations to all the winners—your dedication and creative solutions are driving the future of our industry. Buckford Illumination Group is proud to have supplied luminaires for several award-winning projects, including The Round - Whitehorse Performing Arts Centre and Federation Square.

It was wonderful to see the community come together to recognise outstanding projects and professionals. A big thank you to everyone involved in organising such a memorable event!

08/10/2024

City of Salisbury are leading the way when it comes to night sensitive lighting!

Buckford Illumination Group SA partnered with the Council to deliver WE-EF LIGHTING VFL530 luminaires in PC Amber LED. Alongside the upgrades at Little Para Park and Sir Douglas Mawson Lakes, the new lighting at Globe Derby Park's enhances the appeal and usability of the pathway, providing comfort and safety for pedestrians and cyclists. Additionally, this new lighting solution minimises glare and spill light, reducing the impact on the local flora and fauna.

Client: City of Salisbury
Product: WE-EF LIGHTING VFL530 luminaires in PC Amber LED
Photography: Ina Parr for WE-EF

02/10/2024

International passengers are now greeted with a vibrant new arrivals forecourt at Sydney Airport.

The redevelopment of the T1 international terminal forecourt, which officially opened in July 2023, is part of Sydney Airport’s 2039 Masterplan, focused on delivering a better experience for travellers.

We're proud to share that Buckford Illumination Group NSW played a role in this transformation by supplying WE-EF LIGHTING VLS420 luminaires. The wall mounted fittings seamlessly blend into the architectural elements of the awnings, making the housing nearly invisible. The use of direct and indirect lighting enhances the forecourt roofing without emitting glare, providing improved wayfinding and safety for visitors and those returning home.

We're also thrilled that this project has won the Landscape Architecture Award for Infrastructure at the AILA NSW awards. Congratulations to Hassell and all the teams involved!

Client: Sydney Airport
Forecourt architect: Hassell
Civil and services design: ARUP
Building contractor: Ford Civil
Product: WE-EF LIGHTING VLS420
Photography: Jackie Chan

30/09/2024

Introducing PROLICHT's LULLABY – a collaboration with visionary designer Marc Sadler, whose work is featured in renowned museums such as the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York and the Centre Pompidou in Paris.

Sadler's innovative design shines through in LULLABY's fusion of aesthetics and functionality. This product family delivers the perfect balance of sound absorption, comfort, and exceptional lighting quality.

Discover PROLICHT's predefined 'Clouds' by Marc Sadler or design your own creation with flexible acoustic panels. Whether you choose illuminated or non-illuminated panels, LULLABY offers unlimited possibilities connecting sound absorption and lighting.

Interested in learning more about LULLABY? Contact our sales team today [email protected]

19/09/2024

At Heide Museum of Modern Art, no two exhibitions are the same.

Their latest exhibit, Hair Pieces, transforms the gallery space, showcasing its versality in presenting diverse art forms— including the myriad ways artists utilise hair.

From vibrant shelves of combs to a dimly lit faux-salon, Buckford Illumination Group delivered an adaptable solution with the ERCO track system and New Parscan, featuring interchangeable lenses that illuminate hair in all its glory.

The simplicity of the luminaire, easily plugged into the track, ensures the flexibility to accommodate different exhibits, regardless of their size, structure, texture, and illuminance.

Project: Heide Museum of Modern Art
Lighting Design: Adam Meredith
MEGS Lighting
Photography: Christian Capurro, courtesy of Heide
Exhibition: Hair Pieces
Curator: Melissa Keys

16/09/2024

Recently, Buckford Illumination Group and Integral Lighting came together for our annual National Sales Conference in Melbourne.

This year’s theme, Think BIG, gave our sales teams the opportunity to deepen their understanding of the value Buckford and Integral provide to delivering exceptional lighting solutions that enrich people's lives. We focused on building trust and rapport, asking compelling questions, and exploring how we can truly make a difference for our clients and suppliers.

Of course, it wouldn’t be a conference without some fun! To top off a productive two days, our team unleashed their competitive spirit with bowling and laser tag, followed by a delicious dinner.

11/09/2024

Marking two years since the completion of Bell and Preston stations and the removal of numerous dangerous level crossings in Melbourne's North.

Buckford Illumination Group supplied a range of luminaires across the development, illuminating shared walking and cycling paths, public open spaces, car parks, platforms and concourse areas—enhancing safety and the user experience.

Prior to the upgrade, around 82,000 vehicles passed through these former level crossings each day, with boom gates down for up to 40% of the morning peak. We are proud to have contributed to a significant project that not only reduced traffic congestion but also improved community engagement with the space!

Client: Metro Trains Melbourne
Principal Contractor: John Holland
Principal Designer: KBR, Inc.
Photography: Stephanie Rooney & Level Crossing Removal
Products: WE-EF LIGHTING PLS420 wall luminaires,CFT530 and VFL530 street and area luminaires, BIG Essentials Neon Neo, Xero Linear Lighting Systems XTI 2.0 Slot

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What a thrill it was to watch yesterday's Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix to see Signify shining on the night-circuit, ensuring the fastest show on earth is perfectly lit. Signify's Philips Lighting ArenaVision Gen3.5 floodlights, installed above the track, are designed to replicate the conditions of natural daylight. Their exceptional quality and uniformity give drivers a clear view of the track, without needing to wait for their eyes adapt to change in brightness—critical for when they're driving at such high speeds. For those tuning in from home (like us), the ArenaVision meets the latest broadcasting standards regarding glare and visible flicker. This ensures every moment is captured perfectly against the iconic Las Vegas skyline, delivering an unforgettable viewing for Formula 1 fans worldwide. At Buckford, we're proud to distribute Signify’s innovative lighting solutions, including the ArenaVision, which we've supplied to multiple Melbourne stadiums to elevate the experience for spectators and players alike.

Welcome to the world of minimalism. PROLICHT'S JUST BLACK product family makes a difference with a comprehensive and versatile lighting solution, where a millimeter-thin black line defines the path of the light. All about minimalist geometric shapes such as lines and curves, the system has been specially developed to integrate different types of lighting into the most complex interior designs in an almost invisible way. Discover PROLICHT: https://loom.ly/PNZWsoQ

This week, ERCO celebrates 90 Years of Innovation ! ✨✨ From the beginning, their pursuit of perfection has been driven by passion. Buckford are proud to be a distributor of ERCO, delivering light to create spaces and provide exceptional solutions that enrich people’s lives. Watch the video to journey through history and explore how light has evolved into the fourth dimension of architecture.

(Re)Introducing… GVA Lighting's HIGHLIGHTER. Their flagship direct-view luminaire series creates stunning lines and coves within architectural masterpieces. Featuring their signature COLOR-STREAM® technology for silky smooth effects and INFINITY® for unthinkably long lighting runs. Perfect for vibrant visuals and scalable to handle even the biggest projects. Are you ready to HIGHLIGHT your designs? Contact our team to discover more: [email protected]

Ever wondered about the true impact of layers of light? American Lighting Designer Richard Kelly swore by building light cumulatively into a space; Ambient at a base level, Accent to bring attention to important zones and Scenic to add character and atmosphere. This perception-oriented approach to lighting design is the foundation of ERCO's product development and is is effectively represented in Christ Church Grammar School's hall refurbishment. Buckford Illumination Group supplied ERCO Parscan track spotlights for this recently restored hall within the historic Presbyterian primary school in Melbourne. Its fortunate community now has this glorious piece of architecture and complementary lighting to immerse themselves in for assemblies and performances. View the video to see how the light layers build to a crescendo - wallwashing from ERCO Parscan track spotlights as a backdrop and to bring out the warmth of the materials, directional Parscan spotlights to illuminate the stage, the lectern and the seating area, and strip lighting around the perimeter to define the architecture. Layers can be added and removed as the scene demands. Lucky students. Consulting Engineers: BRT Consulting Engineers Architects: McIldowie Partners Architects Photographer: Jackie Chan Product: ERCO Parscan Track Spotlight

For big magic on a small stage 🌟 Only the best light is good enough for unique exhibits. Introducing ERCO's latest innovation, Axis. Axis sets new standards in terms of lighting quality for sophisticated showcase lighting. Reproduce colours without distortion, highlight special details and set impressive accents. With the highest light quality, versatile mounting options and interchangeable lenses and filters, Axis shines the light on precious exhibits. Learn more: www.erco.com/axis-site