Meeting rooms: Highlighting the personality of spaces through lighting, from contemporary to traditional

When lighting reveals the character of a place.

In commercial interior design, the meeting room plays a strategic role. Serving as both a space for representation and for work, it brings together a range of objectives: to welcome, to persuade, to reassure, and to embody.

Whether in new offices with contemporary lines or in renovated spaces with a strong historical character, lighting presents a recurring challenge for architects and interior designers: how to find luminaires capable of engaging with these varied contexts, whilst making a strong decorative statement?

The balance is delicate. If it is too neutral, the light fixture blends into the background. If it is too striking, it disrupts the harmony of the space. In this context, versatility becomes essential.

At DESIGNHEURE, we design customisable light fixtures — in terms of size, number of shades, cable length and finishes — capable of adapting to a wide variety of projects whilst adding a distinctive touch.

Through a range of projects, we explore how light can oscillate between modernity and heritage to create meeting rooms that are striking, cohesive and memorable.

Baelen Group - Paris, France

In the Baelen Group’s offices, designed by Kubik, the aesthetic is resolutely contemporary. The space strikes a masterful balance between soft curves and orthogonal lines, between visual comfort and the structuring of volumes.

At the heart of the meeting rooms, the Eau de Lumière chandeliers reinforce this intention. Their geometric forms introduce a discreet rigour that engages with the architecture. The natural oak finishes, meanwhile, extend the aesthetic of the large tables, creating a subtle material continuity.

The presence of the two light fixtures, situated in spaces separated by a double door, comes into its own when the door opens. A perfectly constructed perspective then emerges, where light becomes an element that structures the space.

Huc Morel Labrousse Law Firm - Paris, France

The Huc Morel Labrousse project is set within a classic Haussmann-style setting, characterised by high ceilings, understated mouldings, herringbone parquet flooring and abundant natural light.

In this historically rich setting, the lighting design is based on a delicate balance. The Nuage chandeliers, crafted to order in a Black & Gold finish, introduce a contemporary touch without disrupting the existing harmony.

The contrast is deliberate yet controlled. The modernity of the Nuage collection engages in a dialogue with the heritage elements. This tension between old and new creates a particularly fitting atmosphere. It lends the meeting room a strong institutional presence, whilst avoiding any sense of rigidity.

Here, light becomes a vehicle for elegance, capable of modernising without distorting the original character.

Notary Office - Paris, France

In this notary’s office, renovated by Atelier Compostelle, the design strikes a subtle balance between heritage and modernity. Mouldings, decorative details with Japanese influences, and the use of brass and glass combine to create a refined setting, steeped in history and elegance.

At the heart of the meeting room, the Petit Tower pendant lights bring a contemporary touch to this heritage. Inspired by the slender silhouettes of New York’s Art Deco towers, they offer a graphic and streamlined reinterpretation.

The light fittings structure the space whilst interacting with the fine materials and existing lines, creating a harmony where past and present complement each other perfectly.

Smart and Biggar - Montréal, Canada

At the Smart & Biggar offices, 4té inc. has adopted a more sensory-focused approach, where user experience takes precedence in the design of the spaces.

The meeting room is characterised by a calm, almost hushed atmosphere. The bespoke 3 Grand Paris-Hanoï chandelier, with its large raffia shades, diffuses light which, beyond its functional role, helps to gently structure the space, whilst precisely illuminating the work areas and surrounding elements.

The inspiration, blending Scandinavian design with Eastern influences, is reflected in a quest for simplicity and balance. The light fitting perfectly complements this intention, adding a textured, authentic touch through its almost minimalist design.

C&A offices - Paris, France

In the C&A offices project, designed by Sowen., the approach is more free-flowing and narrative. The aim is clear: to create spaces that move away from traditional office conventions and embrace a more domestic and experiential atmosphere.

The meeting room is part of this approach. The XL Kimono pendant light plays a central role here. With its light presence and design inspired by the world of textiles, it subtly evokes the brand’s identity. It enhances the space without weighing it down, whilst ensuring the screen remains clearly visible.

Here, lighting becomes a genuine storytelling tool, serving the company’s image.

A meeting room embodies a certain posture. It projects an identity. It creates an experience.

In these demanding contexts, lighting becomes a strategic tool. It enables us to shape perceptions, showcase architecture—whether contemporary or heritage—and strike that essential balance between a spectacular effect and the need for institutional credibility.

Thanks to their ability to blend into a variety of aesthetic settings, DESIGNHEURE luminaires fully meet this ambition. They bridge the gap between eras, reveal the uniqueness of spaces and give each project a strong, coherent and lasting identity.