Lighting design & architectural lighting services
At Boyes Design, we believe lighting is more than a practical necessity — it’s a vital design element that transforms how a space feels and functions. Our bespoke lighting design service enhances ambience, mood, and usability, ensuring your home or commercial space is perfectly illuminated to complement its architecture and interiors.
As a full-service design studio based in Nottingham, we specialise in architectural lighting and bespoke interiors, bringing together creativity, technical expertise, and craftsmanship. Every element — from lighting layout and fixture selection to integration with bespoke joinery — is carefully considered and designed in-house.
Take a look at some of our work below, or get in touch with us here.
Key features of our Lighting Designs:
Tailored Lighting Plans
Every space has its own rhythm and requirements. We create custom lighting plans that respond to how you live and work — from precise task lighting in kitchens to soft ambient schemes in living areas, and accent lighting that highlights key architectural features.
Layered Lighting
Our designs use multiple layers of light — ambient, task, and accent — to create depth, balance, and visual harmony. This layered approach ensures your lighting adapts effortlessly from day to night, offering flexibility and atmosphere.
Smart Lighting Solutions
We integrate the latest lighting technology, from automated controls to full smart home systems. Our smart lighting solutions combine convenience, efficiency, and modern functionality — giving you intuitive control over mood and illumination.
Custom Fixtures
For truly bespoke interiors, we design and make custom lighting fixtures that complement your architecture and style. Each piece is crafted to feel cohesive within your space while adding a subtle point of distinction.
Energy Efficiency
Sustainability is central to our design process. We specify energy-efficient fittings and long-lasting LEDs, ensuring your home or business is illuminated beautifully while reducing energy use and environmental impact.
Our process from initial brief to hand-over:
Consultation & Concept Development
Every project begins with a detailed consultation to understand your needs, preferences, and the atmosphere you want to create. From there, we develop a lighting concept that aligns with your vision and complements your architecture and interiors.
Lighting Plan & Fixture Selection
Our team produces a precise lighting plan, mapping fixture placement and specifying the best products to achieve balance, texture, and mood. We carefully select fittings that enhance both the function and the beauty of your space.
Visualisation & Approval
We provide visualisations or mock-ups of your lighting design, allowing you to preview how light will shape each area. This stage ensures every element feels cohesive before installation begins.
Installation & Integration
Our experienced team oversees the full installation, positioning each fixture with accuracy and care. We manage all aspects of integration, ensuring the lighting complements your electrical, joinery, and interior design details seamlessly.
Final Adjustment & Walkthrough
Once installation is complete, we fine-tune the lighting for optimal performance and ambience. During the final walkthrough, we demonstrate all controls and settings, ensuring your new lighting works exactly as envisioned.
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Handmade kitchens
You’re looking for more than just a kitchen — you’re envisioning a space that’s uniquely yours, crafted with care and precision. At Boyes Design, we design and make bespoke handmade kitchens in our Nottingham studio and workshop, taking care of every detail from concept to installation.
Each kitchen combines thoughtful design, sustainable materials, and enduring craftsmanship — creating a space that feels timeless and made for living.
Our Services
Interior design
Your home should be a reflection of how you live — your style, your routines, your personality. Our bespoke residential interior design service blends aesthetics and practicality to create interiors that are both elegant and functional.
From spatial planning to finishes and lighting, we design spaces that feel cohesive, comfortable, and built to last.
Bespoke joinery
Our bespoke joinery service brings craftsmanship and precision to every corner of your home. From cabinetry and shelving to staircases and fitted furniture, each piece is designed and made in our Nottingham workshop to complement your space and lifestyle.
Every detail is considered — ensuring your joinery fits seamlessly, functions beautifully, and endures for years to come.