Technical luminaire customisation: when standard specifications are not enough
Infrastructure projects, heritage environments and renewal schemes rarely conform to catalogue dimensions or standard optical outputs. You may need to match an existing luminaire family, meet site-specific IP or IK ratings, adapt a mounting interface, or comply with local photometric requirements. Our technical customisation service adapts proven luminaire platforms to your precise engineering needs, with no compromise on quality, safety, durability or regulatory compliance.
Custom solutions, engineered with purpose
Dimensional and mechanical adaptation
We modify luminaire housings, mounting systems and gear compartments to meet precise site-specific constraints, including non-standard pole interfaces and restricted installation envelopes.
Heritage LED conversion
We re-engineer historical lanterns and period-style fittings with high-efficiency LED light sources, preserving the original appearance while meeting current photometric and energy standards.
Custom optical configurations
We adjust beam distributions, colour temperatures, optic assemblies and light output levels to meet application-specific photometric targets.
No compromise on performance
All customised solutions are validated to the same optical precision, IP/IK ratings, thermal management standards and durability requirements as our standard product range.
How we engineer your custom luminaire solution
Every project begins with a detailed analysis of your technical requirements, site conditions and installation constraints. Our engineers develop feasible concepts supported by photometric calculations, mechanical simulations and 3D modelling. Where dimensional or optical tolerances are critical, physical prototypes or pre-production samples allow full verification before manufacture. Each customised solution is tested, validated and documented for safe, compliant long-term operation.
How we turn requirements into reality
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Technical feasibility assessment
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Engineering concept development
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Photometric and mechanical validation
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3D visualisation and client review
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Prototype and pre-production testing
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Industrialisation and series delivery
Schréder STUDIO: technical luminaire adaptation and heritage re-engineering
Some projects require exact continuity with an existing installation. Extending a product range, replacing failed units within a historic scheme or upgrading heritage lanterns to LED while preserving the original profile all demand precise engineering rather than off-the-shelf substitution. Schréder STUDIO manages the full adaptation process: dimensional re-engineering, LED gear integration, photometric matching and compliance certification, delivered to current standards with the original aesthetic intact.
Schréder SIGNATURE: when lighting becomes a landmark
Lighting shapes identity and memorable night-time experiences. Some projects require bold design backed by engineering discipline. Schréder SIGNATURE creates iconic, bespoke lighting structures and luminaires that express a place’s character. Working with architects, designers and cities, the team translates cultural and architectural intent into unique lighting elements that stay compliant, durable and maintainable.
What our experts can do for you
Adapt existing luminaire housings, optics and gear to meet site-specific dimensional or electrical constraints
Re-engineer heritage lanterns and period fittings with high-efficiency LED technology while preserving the original profile
Customise mounting systems, surface finishes and accessories for seamless integration into architecture and urban infrastructure
Match photometric output to project-specific illuminance, uniformity or colour temperature targets
Validate customised designs through photometric calculations, mechanical simulations and physical prototype
Deliver fully documented, certified solutions ready for safe, compliant long-term outdoor operation
Your challenges, precisely brought to light
Frequently asked questions about our luminaire customisation service
What types of luminaire customisation do you offer?
We offer a range of technical adaptations including dimensional modifications to housings and mounting systems, custom optical configurations, LED gear upgrades for heritage fittings, surface finish and colour matching, IP and IK rating adjustments, and photometric output tuning to meet specific project requirements.
Can you adapt a current Schréder luminaire to match the constraints of an existing installation?
Yes. Our engineers can modify a current product from our range to align with specific dimensional, photometric or mechanical requirements. This applies to active product families where adaptation is technically feasible. Requests involving discontinued products are assessed on a case-by-case basis and are not guaranteed.
Do customised luminaires comply with the same standards as your standard products?
Our customised solutions are engineered to meet the applicable standards for their intended application. The level of testing and validation carried out depends on the nature and complexity of the adaptation. Minor modifications to an existing certified product may require limited additional testing, while more significant re-engineering typically involves a broader validation process. We confirm the relevant compliance scope during the feasibility assessment.
What is the typical process for requesting a customised solution?
The process starts with a technical brief covering your requirements, site conditions and constraints. Our engineers then carry out a feasibility assessment and propose an engineering concept. Depending on complexity, this may include photometric modelling, 3D visualisation and a physical prototype before moving to production.
What is the difference between Schréder STUDIO and Schréder SIGNATURE?
Schréder STUDIO focuses on technical customisation: adapting, re-engineering or reproducing luminaires to meet precise functional, dimensional or heritage requirements. Schréder SIGNATURE is our bespoke design service for projects requiring unique, architecturally expressive lighting structures. If your priority is performance and compliance, STUDIO is the right starting point.