Here in Vancouver, BC, we are shaking off a cool, wet winter and embracing the light that spring brings us. Each year the sunshine reminds us just how important light is in our lives. As humans, we too feel solar-powered. 

Reviewing some Barrisol projects recently we found ourselves admiring two installations form the UK. We imagine, like us in Vancouver, BC, those in the UK must also hold light in high regard.​​

The project below features an impressive sculptural design, which includes Barrisol Lumiere fabric.​ Our compliments to PLP Architecture for this impressive installation. It is located at 22 Bishopsgate London, UK. ​​​​Watch the video here.

​​The following installation, by Stiff + Trevillion Architects, at 40 Bank Street, London UK, is a perfect example of how Barrisol can be implemented to create a skylight effect using backlit translucent Barrisol sheeting. ​​​​Watch the video here.

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​​No matter the weather outside, Barrisol Lumiere can bring light into your space.

Read more about Barrisol Lumiere here.
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Do you need to improve the acoustics of a space and add more lighting? Barrisol Acoustic Light may be your solution.
​Click on the booklet below for more info or contact us at info@barrisolbc.ca.

Barrisol is an excellent solution for residential projects, allowing for the easy incorporation of lighting, acoustics, and a quick dust free installation.

Our compliments to Architec Geert Devolder for this gorgeous installation.

This month we would like to showcase the Lumiere Barrisol ceiling that we installed at Holt Renfrew in Pacific Centre Mall in Vancouver. 

Architect: IBI Group Architects
Installed by Barrisol BC

Barrisol offers a wide selection of colours and finishes, as well as a variety of methods to encorporate lighting, improve acoustics, and even encorporate custom logos.

This installation is a stunning example of Barrisol's backlit translucent fabric.
In this case the light boxes are suspended, complimenting the other design elements perfectly.
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​Congratulations to Architect Adam Freestone for this wonderful use of the Barrisol stretch ceiling system.

During the months that we are unable to travel it is helpful to see new places virtually. The following video showcases the Barrisol Lumiere ceilings in the London Science Museum in the UK. ​​Architect WilkinsonEyre.

London Science Museum - United Kingdom
Barrisol Lumiere
​Architect: WilkinsonEyre

​Introducing the Barrisol Light Lines track system. Light Lines tracks can be straight or rounded, thanks to the patented Barrisol system. Easily change LEDs, diffuse lighting, save energy, and more. ​Barrisol Light Lines allow for the invisible and innovative integration of lighting.
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​Ref: BS 350/13
Aluminium track for perimeter LED lighting

Ministar® Réf: BMS 355/14
Aluminium track for perimeter LED lighting

Ministar® Réf: BMS 365/40
​LED separator for circle and 3D shape

Ministar® Réf: BMS 365/50
LED wall and ceiling separator

Thank you to Barrisol Welch for another great video, showcasing the installation process for the Barrisol stretch ceiling system.
​This installations features a vaulted ceiling and back lit wall application.

Barrisol's line of translucent membranes works effectively as light diffusers. 
Project: Museum of Anthropology at UBC
​Design/Architect: Stantec Architecture Ltd.
​Barrisol Installation: Barrisol B.C.

Location: Brandhorst Museum - Germany.
"The Contemporary Art museum of Munich was inaugurated last May. Its architecture is based on a design and ecological concept. The architect Sauerbruch Hutton chose Barrisol Lumière® to light and enhance the exposed works of the XXth century among which the Andy Wahrol's famous paintings. Indeed, Barrisol Lumière® diffuses the light in a sweet and homogeneous way on the whole exhibition space. Furthermore, the Barrisol sheets are 100%, recyclable and are so perfectly adapted in this modern building turned to sustainable environment." - Courtesy of www.barrisol.ca.

To achieve even back lighting we recommend either florescent tubes (1 ft from the Barrisol ceiling membrane and 1 ft on center) or LEDs. When back lighting with LEDs the quantity and the spacing of the lights will need to be determined by the specific LEDs selected.

To view more photos of back lit ceilings please visit our Lighting Gallery.