Cinema room with bespoke colour-changing LED lighting by JS Electrical
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Lighting & LED

Lighting that does more than switch on.

The right lighting can completely transform a space. We design and install everything from everyday household lighting to completely bespoke LED installations, architectural lighting and creative feature projects, combining electrical expertise with creative lighting design.

Bespoke lighting design
LED specialists
Domestic & commercial
Creative installations
Feature pendant lighting over a dining table
Lighting for your project

We don't believe lighting should be an afterthought.

Lighting is often one of the biggest differences between a space that simply looks finished and one that feels properly designed. We consider how a room will actually be used, where natural light enters, where shadows are likely to fall, what atmosphere you want to create and which features of the space deserve to be highlighted.

From practical task lighting to completely bespoke LED installations, we'll help you build layers of light that work together. And if you've seen something unusual in a hotel, restaurant or shop and thought "I want something like that", talk to us. You don't need to know what fittings, LED strips, drivers or controls are required. That's our job.

Bespoke LED strip lighting beneath a shelf in a bathroom
Bespoke & creative lighting

Have an idea? Let's see what we can do with it.

Some of our favourite lighting projects aren't things you can simply pick off a shelf. We design lighting around the property, furniture, architecture or the idea itself, working with specialist suppliers where required, so we're not restricted to standard spotlights and pendants.

Think illuminated ceilings, colour-changing cinema rooms, LED staircases, backlit feature walls, garage lighting, home gyms, floating shelves, outdoor entertaining areas and bespoke commercial installations. Lighting can become part of the architecture rather than simply something attached to it.

Colour-changing LED cinema room by JS Electrical
Cinema & media rooms

Lighting becomes part of the room.

Lighting can completely change the experience of a cinema or media room. On our own projects we've incorporated bespoke LED lighting into the ceiling design and staircase, allowing colour to become part of the room itself.

Different colours can completely change the atmosphere of the space, turning the lighting into a feature rather than simply a way of illuminating the room.

Under-cabinet LED strip lighting in a kitchen
Recessed LED ceiling profile detail
Colour-changing LED staircase lighting
Illuminated shelving with integrated LED
Feature LED lighting

LED strips can go in far more places than people realise.

We can incorporate them into architectural details, furniture and joinery to create lighting that appears to be part of the room itself. Popular possibilities include:

  • Ceiling details and recessed LED profiles
  • Staircases and handrails
  • Shelving and alcoves
  • Media walls
  • Kitchen plinths
  • Under worktops and islands
  • Inside cabinets and drinks units
  • Wardrobes and dressing rooms
  • Feature walls and under furniture
  • Home bars, gyms and games rooms
  • Garages and car displays
  • And plenty more, these are only starting points
Lighting design

It's not just where the lights go. It's how the room works.

A good lighting layout shouldn't simply be a grid of spotlights across a ceiling. Take a kitchen: poorly positioned ceiling lights can mean that when you're standing at the worktop, you become the thing blocking the light, leaving exactly the area you're using in shadow. A properly considered scheme takes into account work surfaces, cabinetry, islands, appliances, walkways and how people move around the room, so it's practical when you need it and atmospheric when you don't.

Task lighting

Focused lighting where you actually need visibility, such as worktops, desks, mirrors and preparation areas.

Ambient lighting

The general lighting that establishes the overall brightness and atmosphere of a room.

Accent lighting

Used to highlight architectural features, artwork, shelving, cabinetry or particular areas of a space.

Feature lighting

Lighting designed to be seen, from a statement pendant to an illuminated staircase, LED ceiling detail or a completely bespoke installation. The best rooms often combine all four.

Kitchen lighting

Designed around how you actually use your kitchen.

Kitchens are one of the spaces where thoughtful lighting makes the biggest difference. Rather than relying entirely on ceiling lights, we build different layers of lighting throughout the room, and because they can be controlled separately, your bright, practical kitchen during food preparation can become a much softer entertaining space later in the evening.

Ceiling lighting

Carefully positioned downlights or decorative fittings providing practical overall illumination.

Under-cabinet lighting

Illuminating work surfaces while reducing unwanted shadows.

Plinth lighting

A subtle strip of light around the base of cabinetry that can make units appear almost floating.

Island lighting

Feature pendants, recessed lighting or integrated LEDs designed around the centrepiece of the kitchen.

Cabinet & display lighting

Lighting inside glass cabinets, drinks cupboards, shelving or display areas.

Worktop & detail lighting

Integrated lighting used to highlight materials, edges and architectural details.

Kitchen with under-cabinet LED and downlights
Under-cabinet LED lighting over a kitchen worktop
Illuminated cabinet and display lighting
Feature pendant lighting over a dining table
Feature pendant lighting over a kitchen island
Illuminated bathroom mirror and low-level lighting
Feature wall light beside a bed
Bedroom wall reading lights
The details make the difference

Sometimes the smallest feature transforms the room.

A shelf is just a shelf until it's illuminated properly. A staircase is purely functional until light turns it into a feature. A kitchen plinth can almost disappear during the day, then completely change the atmosphere at night. We love using lighting in places people might not initially think about.

Shelving & joinery

Integrated LEDs can highlight shelving, bookcases, media units, display cabinets and bespoke joinery without visible bulky fittings.

Cabinet lighting

From glass cabinets to wardrobes and drinks cupboards, discreet lighting can make practical storage feel much more premium.

Staircase lighting

Lighting incorporated alongside steps, handrails, walls or architectural details for both practical illumination and a striking feature.

Plinth & low-level lighting

Low-level LEDs add depth to kitchens, hallways, bathrooms and furniture while creating softer lighting for evenings.

Colour-changing LED staircase lighting in red
Colour-changing LED

One space. Completely different moods.

LED technology gives us an enormous amount of flexibility. Depending on the installation, lighting can be designed to provide different colours, brightness levels and effects. A cinema room might be pink one evening and blue the next. A home gym could have bright practical lighting while you train and dramatic coloured lighting when you want atmosphere. A garden entertaining space could be subtle and warm most evenings and something completely different when you're hosting. We'll recommend the appropriate system rather than simply installing an LED strip and hoping for the best.

Not all LED strip is the same

The details you don't see are often the ones that matter most.

LED strip can range from inexpensive basic products to high-quality professional systems designed for smoother illumination, better colour rendering and long-term use. Different projects need different LED densities, outputs, profiles, diffusers, colour temperatures, controls and drivers. When you want a continuous line of light rather than visible individual dots, the choice of strip and profile makes a huge difference. We'll recommend products appropriate to the project and your budget, explaining where it's worth investing more and where a simpler solution will do the job perfectly well.

Bedroom with feature pendant and wall reading lights
Lighting for every budget

Bespoke doesn't have to mean unnecessarily expensive.

There are huge differences in lighting products and prices. Sometimes investing in a premium fitting or LED system makes sense. Other times, spending more simply isn't necessary. We'll work around your priorities and budget to find the right balance between appearance, performance and cost. If there's an area where we think it's worth spending a little more, we'll explain why. If there's somewhere you can save without compromising the result, we'll tell you that too.

JS Electrical Solutions van
Our approach

From an idea to the final switch-on.

01

Tell us your idea

Show us the room, plans, inspiration photographs or even a screenshot you've saved online. You don't need a technical specification.

02

We look at the space

We consider how the space is used, the existing electrics, natural light, furniture, architectural features and practical requirements.

03

Design & specification

We develop the lighting concept, considering positioning, output, colour temperature, controls, LED type and suitable fittings, working with suppliers for specialist projects.

04

Detailed quotation

Because bespoke lighting varies enormously, we provide a detailed quotation based on what you actually want, rather than fitting your project into a generic package.

05

Installation

Our electricians install the lighting and associated electrical equipment carefully and professionally.

06

The best bit

Switch it on.

Frequently asked questions

Everything you might want to know about lighting & LEDs.

Can you help design my lighting, or do I need to know exactly what I want?
Absolutely, and we'd rather be involved early. You might know exactly what you want, or simply know the room doesn't feel right and want ideas. We can look at how you use the space and help you work out where lighting should go, what type would work and where feature lighting could add something special.
I have a photo of some lighting I love. Can you create something similar?
Send it to us. We can't promise every installation can be replicated exactly because every property and product is different, but inspiration photographs are incredibly useful. We'll look at the effect you're trying to achieve and work out an appropriate way of creating it in your space.
Do you only install LED lighting?
No. We undertake all types of lighting work. LED is a huge part of modern lighting because of its versatility and efficiency, particularly for integrated and feature lighting, but we'll recommend what's appropriate for the individual project.
Can you create completely bespoke LED designs?
Yes, and it's something we're particularly keen to do more of. We can explore custom layouts, shapes, profiles, colour-changing installations and lighting integrated into architectural or joinery features, working with suppliers to source the right solution where needed.
Can LED lighting change colour?
Yes, depending on the system installed. LED systems can offer fixed colours, adjustable white temperatures, RGB colour changing or more advanced control. We'll discuss the options with you rather than automatically specifying technology you don't need.
Can you make LED strips look like one continuous line rather than little dots?
Yes. The visible result depends on the LED product, density, profile, diffuser and installation. If a smooth continuous line of light is important to the design, we'll specify the system accordingly.
What colour temperature should I choose?
It depends on the room. Warmer whites generally create a softer, more relaxing atmosphere, while more neutral or cooler temperatures can feel cleaner and brighter. We'll consider the room, its finishes, natural light and how you use it before recommending the right temperature.
Can you put LED lighting under kitchen units?
Yes, and not only underneath wall units. LEDs can be incorporated beneath cabinets, around plinths, beneath worktops, around islands, inside display cabinets and into shelving or other joinery. It's a great way to add another layer of lighting without filling the ceiling with fittings.
Why do I get shadows on my kitchen worktop?
Often it's because the lighting position doesn't correspond properly with where you're standing and working. If the main light source is behind you, your own body can cast a shadow onto the surface. This is why we consider lighting layouts rather than an evenly spaced grid, and under-cabinet task lighting can make a significant difference.
Can you install lighting into shelving or furniture?
Yes. Lighting can be incorporated into shelving, wardrobes, cabinets, media units, drinks cabinets and other bespoke joinery. It's worth speaking to us early if new furniture or joinery is being made, so we can plan the electrical requirements alongside it.
Can you install cinema room lighting?
Yes, and the cinema room shown on this page is one of our completed projects. We can incorporate feature LEDs, colour-changing lighting, staircase illumination, ceiling designs and different lighting zones depending on the room.
Can you design lighting for a home gym or garage?
Definitely, these are exactly the kind of creative projects we'd love to take on. Geometric ceiling lighting, illuminated walls, colour-changing systems, display lighting and more can turn an ordinary garage or gym into something completely different.
Do you do garden lighting?
Yes. We install both decorative and practical exterior lighting, including patios, pathways, pergolas, steps, driveways, entrances, walls, planting areas and security lighting.
Do you do commercial lighting?
Yes. We undertake commercial electrical work and can provide both practical and bespoke lighting solutions for shops, offices, hospitality spaces, gyms, studios and other commercial properties.
Can you work with our interior designer, builder or joiner?
Yes. Lighting often works best when it's considered alongside the rest of the project. We're happy to coordinate with other trades and professionals, particularly where lighting needs to be incorporated into ceilings, cabinetry, shelving or other architectural details.
How much does bespoke lighting cost?
There isn't a useful one-size-fits-all answer. A simple LED installation and a completely bespoke colour-changing architectural system are very different projects. Price depends on the products, size of the installation, controls, electrical work required, accessibility and complexity of the design. We'll discuss what you're hoping to achieve and your budget, then provide a detailed quotation.
Is expensive lighting actually better?
Sometimes, but not automatically. There are situations where paying more gives you noticeably better light quality, construction, control, appearance or longevity, and others where a more affordable product will do exactly what you need. We'll help you decide where it's worth investing and where it isn't.
Can my lighting be dimmable?
In many cases, yes, provided compatible fittings, lamps, drivers and controls are selected. If dimming is important to you, tell us at the beginning so the system can be designed with that in mind.
Can lighting be smart-controlled?
Depending on the products and system selected, yes. There are many ways of controlling modern lighting, from conventional switches and dimmers to smart systems, apps, scenes and automation. We can discuss what level of control actually makes sense for your project.
I'm renovating. When should I speak to you about the lighting?
As early as possible. If walls and ceilings are being opened, kitchens designed or bespoke joinery manufactured, that's the ideal time to plan where cables, drivers, switches and lighting will go. Planning early gives you considerably more freedom with the final design.

Let's light it beautifully.

Show us the room, the plans or a photo you love, and we'll help design lighting that works properly and looks incredible. Tell us what you're imagining and we'll take it from there.

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