Korean War Veterans Memorial, Washington, DC, United States of America
Projects
photosKorean War Veterans Memorial, Washington, DC, United States of America
Award: 2024 Lumen Awards, Award of Merit
The Korean War Veterans Memorial in Washington, DC, honors those who served in "America’s Forgotten War." FLUX Studio Ltd. designed the lighting to enhance the memorial's somber and contemplative atmosphere, a project that earned the prestigious Award of Merit at the 2024 Lumen Awards.
Key Features:
Tree Uplighting: In-grade LED uplights illuminate trees around the plaza, creating serene ambient light reflected in the central pool.
Wall of Remembrance: Rail-integrated LEDs alternately uplight engraved names and downlight the adjacent path.
Statue Lighting: Ground-mounted accent lights ensure each of the 19 statues is well-lit, enhancing reflections in the granite mural wall.
Mural Wall Illumination: In-grade wallwashers minimize glare while highlighting the mural wall.
Security Bollards: Custom-designed bollards provide asymmetric light distribution, balancing path illumination and security.
Project Team:
Designers: Brian McIntyre and Laura Dillon
Studio: FLUX Studio Ltd.
Architects: Hartman Cox Architects
Owner: Korean War Veterans Memorial Foundation
Client: Korean War Veterans Memorial Foundation
Year: 2023
Light Designer: Brian McIntyre and Laura Dillon