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Brooklands Aircraft Factory
We are delighted to announce that the Brooklands Aircraft Factory has finally opened its doors to the public. The project is part of the wider £8m Heritage Lottery- funded Brooklands Aircraft Factory and Race Track Revival Project. The new exhibition, designed by RAA, is located within the Bellman Hanger, which has been moved off the […]
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Brewing Gallery, Guinness Storehouse
Michael Grubb Studio collaborated (once again) with LOVE Creative to create a world class visitor experience within the Guinness Storehouse, Dublin – this time it was to bring the Guinness brewing process to life. Using a combination of interactive exhibits, spatial and lighting design, along with new film footage and photography, the team designed a […]
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SUPERBUGS: THE FIGHT FOR OUR LIVES
Michael Grubb Studio was appointed by London’s Science Museum to provide lighting design services for ‘Superbugs, the fight for our lives’ – which runs until the 9th November 2017. Antibiotics have enabled us to combat diseases that were once untreatable. But bacteria have fought back, evolving into superbugs resistant to even the most powerful antibiotics. […]
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Perfume, opens at Somerset House, London
Perfume, a sensory journey through contemporary scent has now opened at Somerset House. The temporary exhibition will run from June – 17 September 2017. Michael Grubb Studio worked in collaboration with Muf Architecture, who provided exhibition design for various spaces. The multi-sensory exhibition features ten extraordinary perfumes and their pioneering creators, all of which have radically […]
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Wonderlab at the National Science+Media Museum opens!
In total, 22 exhibits compete for attention in Wonderlab and designing a space to hold them all was no mean feat. The task was taken on by Michael Grubb Studio (which took care of lighting), Ab Rogers (3D design) and LucienneRoberts+ (2D design). Wonderlab is all about experimenting with science. Students can investigate how light and sound […]
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National Science + Media Museum
Michael Grubb Studio provided a unique and playful lighting installation for the official opening of Wonderlab, at the National Science + Media Museum. The temporary installation incorporated large-scale helium balloons with temporary lighting overlaid and programmed to animate the large glazed atrium. The installation is now being developed in to a permanent scheme that will […]
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Madonnas and Miracles: The Holy Home in Renaissance Italy.
‘Madonna and Miracles’ is a major exhibition at the Fitzwilliam Musuem. The new exhibition reveals the central place of religion in the Italian Renaissance and how religious beliefs and practices were embedded in every aspect of domestic life. The exhibition challenges the idea of the Renaissance as a time of increasing worldliness and secularization, the […]
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Boiler Shop, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
The refurbishment of Robert Stephenson’s Boiler Shop is now complete, with lighting design by Michael Grubb Studio. A unique venue full of character and rugged charm. The Boiler Shop was constructed in the 1820s for the Robert Stephenson & Co. Locomotive Works. Rich in engineering history and architectural interest, it is Grade II* listed. Perfect […]
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Dr Seuss opens at Discover
The first exhibition in the all-new Discover Museum brings to life the fantastic world of Dr. Seuss. Lighting Design by Michael Grubb Studio. Step inside this vivid and immersive exhibition inspired by the beautiful illustrations from Dr. Seuss’s funny and fantastical stories including: The Cat in the Hat, The Lorax, Green Eggs and Ham and […]
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LUSH Arndale, Manchester
The largest LUSH store in the North of the UK has just opened at Manchester’s Arndale Centre, with lighting design by Michael Grubb Studio. Michael Grubb Studio brief was to create a new immersive experience that would enhance the products on display, engage with customers and reinforce the unique LUSH brand. Working closely with the […]
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Primrose Hill Residence, London
Michael Grubb Studio provided lighting design services for a prestigious 4-storey residential home, located in the heart of London’s Primrose Hill. The sympathetic lighting scheme complements the interior design and provides a unique ambience to each space, which includes a home cinema, studio and entertaining spaces.
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GLTC opens first ever showroom
Online retailer Great Little Trading Co (GLTC) has brought its collection of children’s furniture, home accessories and classic wooden toys to the high street for the first time with a store in Wandsworth, London. Designed by Resolution Interiors, with lighting design by Michael Grubb Studio, the 560 sq m showroom space features a series of […]
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Death on the Nile opens
Death on the Nile: Uncovering the afterlife of ancient Egypt has opened at the Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge. Lighting design by Michael Grubb Studio. The first major exhibition for the Fitzwilliam’s 2016 bicentenary celebrations goes beyond the images of mummies, pharaohs and mystery often associated with ancient Egypt. It shows how coffin design developed over 4,000 […]
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The GIN Bar
Newcastle’s Gin Bar is now open! It specialises in Martinis and other authentically produced Gin based cocktails. You can create, or ‘Re-engineer’ your own cocktail the way you want it using our unique menu. Classic cocktails and a wide range of all your favourite drinks are on offer too. Lighting design by Michael Grubb Studio. […]
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LiveWorks
Live Works, by Live Theatre, is one of the most significant and exciting developments on Newcastle’s Quayside. With its cultural roots it is a very different and distinct proposition. With its elegant stone façade on the Quayside and contemporary brick detailing to its north, Live Works’ interiors are arranged over four floors with terraces that […]
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Mineral House Spa
The Mineral House Spa is a brand new and gorgeous spa with a unique range of Germaine de Capuccini treatments, based on natural minerals. Lighting design by Michael Grubb Studio. The spa is based within the new, luxurious Hotel, The Crowne Plaza, Stephenson Quarter with 261 bedrooms. Comprised of a fully equipped gymnasium, spa pool, hot […]
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Seven Stories wins Tourism Award
Seven Stories is delighted to have won Large Visitor Attraction at the 2015 North East England Tourism Awards. The result was announced on Tuesday 24 November at Newcastle Civic Centre. Seven Stories will now go onto compete on a national stage at the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence in 2015. Lighting design by Michael Grubb Studio.
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Crowne Plaza Hotel opens
Newcastle’s Crowne Plaza Hotel has opened its doors to the public. The 251 bedroom hotel anchors the up and coming Stephenson Quarter, home of the world’s first passenger train. Michael Grubb Studio provided lighting designs for the Restaurant, Gin Bar, Reception & Lobby, Leisure Club, Spa and the iconic Stephenson Banqueting Suite, which can accommodate […]
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Michael Rosen’s Bear Hunt, Chocolate Cake and Bad Things.
We are delighted to announce that Michael Rosen’s Bear Hunt, Chocolate Cake and Bad Things has opened at Discover, London. Lighting design by Michael Grubb Studio. Children can step inside a huge chocolate cake, discover a secret larder, swishy swashy their way through a Bear Hunt and explore Bad Things in the Dread Shed. The […]
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Following Hercules opens
‘Following Hercules: The story of classical art’ has opened at the Fitzwilliam Musuem, Cambridge. The exhibition, located within the Octogon Gallery is free to the public and runs from 25 September to Sun 6 December 2015. Michael Grubb Studio provided lighting design services for the temporary exhibition. Many of the objects on display are light […]
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RIBA Windows: Crabtree & Evelyn
Michael Grubb Studio collaborated with London Atelier to deliver an interactive display for Crabtree & Evelyn, part of the RIBA 2015 Regent Street Windows Project. The exhibition runs for three weeks from Monday 7 to Sunday 27 September, coinciding with both the London Design Festival and London Fashion Week. The project received a Special Commendation for an […]
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Pier Approach / Lower Gardens, Bournemouth
We are delighted to announce that our Lower Gardens / Pier Approach lighting scheme is finally complete and open to the public. Both projects are linked with a common narrative, which was inspired by the story of Princess Eugenie of France. In 1896, when the town was known as a health spa resort, the princess […]
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Queensway Residence, London
Michael Grubb Studio collaborated with Robin Lee Architecture and Baylight to develop a unique lighting scheme for a private London residence. Situated in West London, the lighting scheme was developed in conjunction with the architectural features, with bespoke lighting features integrated within the industrial components of the building. Full details of the project and the […]
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Seven Stories Opens
Seven Stories, home for the National Centre for Children’s Books is now officially open following an intensive three month refurbishment programme. Michael Grubb Studio provided creative lighting design concepts for all areas of the building, which were in turn developed into an all encompassing and immersive lighting experience. Working with ADP architects we were able […]
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Advertising Gallery, Guinness Storehouse
The new Advertising experience, designed by creative design agency LOVE, has opened at the Guinness Storehouse. Lighting design services were provided by Michael Grubb Studio in conjunction with the rest of the design team, which included RKD Architects, OCSC and MKF. Situated across the entire 4th floor the new immersive and interactive brand experience features […]
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London School of Economics
A new temporary exhibition space at the London School of Economics (LSE) has opened its doors. Situated within the LSE Library Building the gallery includes a large multimedia showcase and a multi-touch interactive table. Daylight is controlled via an intelligent blind management system, which monitors light levels within the space and adjust the blinds accordingly. […]
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Moscow Parks
Michael Grubb Studio was appointed by LDA Design to provide a Lighting Strategy and detailed designs alongside Alphabet City and Moxon Architects in the redesign of nine prominent parks in Moscow. The parks which included 50th Anniversary Park, Sadovniki Park, Sirenevy Gardens, Arshinovsky Park, Raduga Park, Borisovsky Ponds, Lilac Gardens and the Olympic Park was […]
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The Wonderful World of Oliver Jeffers
‘The Wonderful World of Oliver Jeffers’ is a temporary exhibition at Discover Children’s Story Centre, London. Lighting Design and AV Animation by Michael Grubb Studio. The exhibition runs from Sat 27 September 2014 – 6 September 2015. The exhibition explores the beautiful and best-loved work of award winning author and illustrator Oliver Jeffers, it also coincides […]
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Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London
Michael Grubb Studio delivered the enchanting and immersive lighting scheme, designed by lighting designers Spiers + Major, for the newly opened southern part of the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London. Speirs + Major were part of the competition winning team led by James Corner Field Operations (JCFO) and MAKE. Following the tender process, appointed contractor SKANSKA […]
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Heritage lighting for Southwell Palace
The prestigious Archbishop of York’s Southwell Palace project is complete and now an exciting visitor attraction for Southwell Minster. The restoration includes a sympathetic but empowering lighting scheme by Michael Grubb Studio. The Palace dates from the 14th Century with its most famous occupants being Cardinal Wolsey and Charles Ӏ. With such a rich heritage, […]
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Disobedient Objects opens at the V&A
London’s V&A museum has opened its doors to Disobedient Objects – a new temporary exhibition that explores objects of art and design that have been used as tools for social change. The exhibition focuses on the late 1970s to the present; a period that has brought new technologies, social and political challenges. Michael Grubb Studio provided lighting […]
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Skyline goes LIVE!
Streatham High Road, the longest High Road in the United Kingdom, is now illuminated via a series of buildings with interactive lighting designed by Michael Grubb Studio and developed in conjunction with local community groups. The buildings included in this phase of the project include the newly renovated Tate Library, The White Lion, Pratts and […]
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Interactive Police Box
Michael Grubb Studio provided interactive lighting design services for the newly unveiled Police Box on Boscombe Precinct. The much-anticipated Boscombe Police Box will provide a highly visible policing footprint and will be regularly staffed by police officers where they will be able to engage with the community and offer help, advice and support. The internal […]
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Gorky Park, Moscow
Specialist lighting consultants Michael Grubb Studio provided LDA Design with strategic lighting design advice for the regeneration of Gorky Park, Moscow – Russia’s most important public park, and central to the cultural life of Moscow. Drawing on Russia’s cultural heritage LDA Design developed an integrated environmental, activity and operational strategy and masterplan for the multi-million […]
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Lost Light, Arts by the Sea Festival
Michael Grubb Studio’s eagerly anticipated Lost Light installation was finally revealed at the Bournemouth Arts by the Sea Festival on 20-23rd September. Five separate interactive light installations were on display and will return again (along with 5 new installations) for the Gardens of Light Festival.
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