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Directional and diffuse optics: find the perfect light for every space

We offer a wide range of high-performance optics for architectural lighting.

Extensive reflectors #

These reflectors, made from high-performance specular aluminum, have a particularly wide opening angle. They are ideal for uniform general lighting in installations less than 5 m high.

Intensive reflectors #

These reflectors, made of high-gloss aluminum, have a narrow opening angle to concentrate the luminous flux. This type of directional lighting is ideal for corridors, passageways, specific areas or shelving.

Slatted louvers with inclined blades #

We’ve developed this type of optic to create directional vertical sconces with controlled luminance levels. This optical system with brushed aluminum louvers hides the light source from view and channels the light towards the ground.

Longitudinal scrolls #

These optics, in brushed aluminum, are composed of an extensive reflector and straight louvers perpendicular to the luminaire’s main axis. By controlling the height and spacing of the louvers, the lamp can be hidden from view at an angle corresponding to the “normal” viewing angle from which the luminaire is seen. They are designed for situations where luminaires are installed parallel to the traffic axis (e.g. corridors, subway platforms).

Low luminance grilles #

Lighting offices or classrooms calls for specific luminaires that meet the highest standards of visual comfort (UGR ≤ 19). To limit glare, we have designed high-gloss anodized aluminum optics with symmetrical parabolic louvers. These reduce the direct visibility of light sources from a certain viewing angle in the longitudinal direction of the luminaire. Light diffusion in the transverse direction is controlled by the reflector.

Diffuse optics #

We have developed satin-finish diffusers with a diffusion capacity that strikes just the right balance between performance and comfort. As the distance of the light sources from the diffuser is a key optical parameter, the opalescence of our diffusers varies with the diameter of the product. Less dazzling than conventional mirror reflectors, they are ideal for vertical surface-mounted luminaires. This type of light distribution is also suitable for most general ceiling lighting applications, as it brings light to vertical walls and balances luminance.




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Updated on 28 May 2025
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  • Extensive reflectors
  • Intensive reflectors
  • Slatted louvers with inclined blades
  • Longitudinal scrolls
  • Low luminance grilles
  • Diffuse optics
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