Living in Adaptive Light
The Opportunity
The opportunity behind Lumina Soft was to rethink a Parisian apartment as more than a space to inhabit, but as a living instrument of light. The challenge was to design a place that responded fluidly to the rhythms of its occupants, shifting effortlessly from clarity to intimacy, from day to night. The client wanted an atmosphere that carried a sense of timeless elegance, but also one that could transform with precision, avoiding the clutter and visual noise that often come with smart technologies. The brief was clear: no visible screens, no complex panels, nothing that would distract from the feeling of comfort. Instead, the home had to feel calm, pure, tactile, yet alive.
Design Approach
The design process focused on turning light itself into the architecture. Instead of adding layers of devices, we shaped surfaces, volumes, and textures to reflect, diffuse, and amplify illumination. Translucent glass partitions were introduced to divide the apartment without blocking flow, while soft micro-cement and warm oak surfaces became natural diffusers. Every choice was made to emphasize continuity: the transitions from room to room, the movement of the sun during the day, and the gradual fade into evening. We worked as much on what should not be seen as on what should remain: automation, wiring, and control were fully hidden, leaving the apartment with a feeling of effortless clarity.
Implementation
During implementation, the technical strategy was invisible yet rigorous. Adaptive lighting scenes were integrated into coves, niches, and floor lines, transforming walls into luminous planes that shifted mood at a single gesture. The acoustic comfort of the open plan was improved with hidden micro-perforated panels, while translucent smart glass was installed in the study, giving privacy on demand without adding bulk. The materials were refined down to their tactile qualities: brushed aluminum trims catching fragments of light, dichroic details revealing color only when one moves. What appears as a quiet and minimal apartment is in reality a complex ecosystem orchestrated to respond to every change of activity and emotion.
Outcome
The result of Lumina Soft is a Parisian home that feels simultaneously intimate and expansive, minimal yet profoundly alive. The residents can move through their day without thinking about control systems or settings—the environment shifts with them, from the crisp brightness of morning to the golden calm of dusk. Guests perceive an atmosphere of elegance and refinement without noticing the technology that makes it possible. Energy use has been reduced significantly, but more importantly, the emotional quality of the space has been elevated. Lumina Soft proves that light is not an accessory to architecture, it is the architecture itself, shaping how life unfolds within.
We first met Novyma in our workshop, while showcasing one of our latest prototypes. What struck us was not only their curiosity, but the way they immediately imagined how our technology could live inside tomorrow’s interiors.
The discussion quickly moved beyond specs and features — it was about experience, integration, and how innovation should feel natural in a home. Their vision for blending design and technology opened possibilities we hadn’t considered, and it gave us the confidence that our work could find its place in real, future-ready spaces.
Working with Novyma felt less like hiring a service and more like gaining a partner.
They took the time to understand our vision and challenges, then helped us organize ideas, refine priorities, and bring clarity to every stage of the project. From the earliest sketches to the final adjustments, their guidance made complex decisions feel simple and purposeful.
We value their ability to combine creativity with structure, giving us both confidence and direction. The process was inspiring yet practical, helping us move forward quickly without compromising quality.
We contacted Novyma to renovate our townhouse in London. We weren't sure whether advanced technologies could be integrated into such a traditional setting, but the result has retained all of its character while adding a discreet modern touch.
What we appreciated most was the subtlety: nothing seems forced or out of place. The technology is there, but hidden, and it changes the way we live without drawing attention to itself. It was less about gadgets and more about atmosphere, which is exactly what we were looking for.
