London Design Festival 2024 | Sunday Light at Montcalm East

As part of London Design Festival 2024, Montcalm East is showcasing a revolutionary new lighting technology, Sunday Light, created by Royal College of Art and Imperial College London graduates Nat Martin and Sean Hammett. This innovative installation is perfect for combating the darker winter months, merging cutting-edge technology with artistic design to deliver the rejuvenating effects of sunlight indoors. Throughout the festival, guests at Montcalm East can experience Sunday Light in the hotel’s ground floor restaurant and bar, Marlowe.

What is Sunday Light?

Sunday Light is a ground breaking new product designed to mimic the experience of natural sunlight indoors, offering a refreshing new approach to lighting. Unlike traditional lights, Sunday Light provides up to 30,000 lumens and casts 10,000 lux at eye level, recreating the brightness of a sunny day without the harmful UV rays. Its creators, Nat Martin and Sean Hammett, wanted to combine their backgrounds in innovation, design, and wellness to produce a light that not only brightens spaces but also boosts mood, energy, and alertness.

Perfect for those who suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) or anyone looking for a mood-lifting environment during the darker months, Sunday Light brings the benefits of natural daylight indoors. Just 30 minutes under its clear, warm light is enough to achieve the recommended daily light intake, improving your mood and energy levels in ways that standard artificial lighting can’t match. The technology behind the light uses advanced LED and water-cooling systems to replicate the brightness and colour of natural daylight, delivering a comforting and health-enhancing glow.

Meet the Creators: Light and Well-being Discussion

On Thursday, 19th September, Montcalm East will host a special event featuring Sunday Light creators Nat Martin and Sean Hammett, alongside Christina Friis Blach Petersen, Co-founder and CEO of Lys Technologies, and artist-curator Alex Czetwertynski. This discussion will explore how light affects our body, brain, and emotions, delving into the science and artistry behind light design. They will explain how the innovative design of Sunday Light brings a sense of daylight, even in the darkest spaces, and how lighting can dramatically influence wellness.

Benefits During Winter Months at Montcalm East

As the days shorten and natural sunlight becomes scarcer, Sunday Light offers a vital boost for physical and mental well-being. The installation at Montcalm East provides the perfect antidote to winter blues, enhancing the ambience of the hotel’s already stylish interiors. Visitors and guests can experience this revolutionary light first hand, making Montcalm East not only a luxurious stay but also a unique wellness destination during the winter months.

After enjoying the benefits of Sunday Light, guests can unwind further with the hotel’s range of amenities. Montcalm East offers a wellness-focused experience, including a rejuvenating spa, spacious gym, and rooms designed for relaxation. Paired with Sunday Light, the hotel’s holistic approach to well-being ensures that you leave feeling refreshed, even on the greyest of winter days.

Experience Wellness Through Design at Montcalm East

Montcalm East’s partnership with the London Design Festival highlights the blend of design, wellness, and technology, offering guests unique, mood-boosting experiences. The Sunday Light installation enhances the hotel’s commitment to well-being, especially during the darker months when natural sunlight is scarce.

Located in vibrant Shoreditch, Montcalm East is renowned for its design-led interiors and wellness-focused amenities. Whether you’re visiting for the festival or seeking a refreshing winter escape, Montcalm East offers a luxurious, uplifting retreat, illuminated by the innovative Sunday Light.

Book your stay at Montcalm East for that much needed winter wellness.