Gradus, a specialist in contract interiors, has provided LED Step Lighting solutions for a new cross-media venue based in Nottingham, creating an atmospheric lighting effect while aiding wayfinding.

Confetti X, a £5m complex at Confetti Institute of Creative Technologies, part of Nottingham Trent University, offers students state-of-the-art technology for esports production, content creation and other emerging technologies like virtual production. The 100-seater venue features a large video wall for 4k broadcast complete with LED wings and hosts amateur and professional esports tournaments.

The Gradus ATD121L Aluminium Step Profile was supplied and fitted on the steps in the seating area, featuring the company’s 5w Gradus Impression 3000k Warm White commercial-grade LED tape to ensure long-lasting reliability. A selection of control equipment was supplied, including an RF controller with a wireless hand-held remote, enabling the theatre to control and adjust the lighting as required.

Using Gradus Grip GG290, a rapid-curing flexible adhesive, this ensured the profiles were installed quickly and easily, whilst the adhesive only fixing also eliminated the need for screw head cover plugs to create a neater overall aesthetic.

Product Specified:
• ATD121L – Aluminium step profile with a 5w warm white LED tape
• Gradus Grip GG290 – Flexible fast curing adhesive

"The solution provided meets the vision for a stylish solution while ensuring student safety and contributing to the venues look and feel. By using Gradus for all our LED lighting needs, the company’s quick, responsive service and wide range of excellent product options can be matched to any project." - Gin Rai, Esports Manager & Higher Education Course Leader