“My Heart is with You Always”

Laservision are thrilled to have produced unique branding across the iconic HK Peninsula Hotel façade in aid of a contemporary art installation by one of the most highly respected artists of her generation, Tracey Emin. Visible from across Victoria Harbour, the projection created a focal point along the city’s already dramatic skyline. Tracey Emin, supported by international contemporary art gallery White Cube, joined forces with one of the world’s most celebrated hotels to unveil a groundbreaking installation based on one of Emin’s neon artworks.

Laservision Creates ‘The Magical Masks of Venezia’

Celebrating one of the World’s oldest and most well know international festivals, Laservision has transformed over 4,000 square metres of The Venetian Macao’s façade into a spectacular 3D, Light and Sound show reminiscent of the festival spirit that is the Venetian Carnevale.

Supported by the Macau Government Tourist Office, this month-long event will be one of the World’s Largest Architectural 3D Video Mapping projects. ‘The Magical Masks of Venezia’ Sound and Light show will transport audiences into a magical, mystical and colourful world celebrating the historical Venetian Carnevale which has its origins dating back to the 12th century.

In an opening ceremony attended by Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes, Director of the Macau Government Tourist Office; Paola Guida, Trade Commissioner of the Italian Trade Commission, Filipe Santos Cunha, President of Macau Wine Society and Brendon Elliott, Vice President of Sales & Resort Marketing, Venetian Macau Limited, ‘The Magical Masks of Venezia’ was launched with performers entertaining the crowd with aerial dances, fire juggling, music and dramatic acts.

To enhance the Carnevale experience festive activities will be available to audiences, including bandaloop performances, street entertainment, a magical carousel experience, ZORB balls in the lagoon, traditional Venetian mask and face painting, glass blowing, plus wine and dine options.

‘The Magical Masks of Venezia’3D Sound and Light spectacular will be shown nightly on The Venetian façade and will take audiences through a magical journey of a couple who discover the magic of life through the Venetian Carnevale. The couple’s shared experiences of the wonder, mystery and magic of the imagery of Carnevale in its full glory and will be accompanied by a renaissance inspired sound score.

“This year, we are delighted to extend its scale. We are glad to introduce the month-long Venetian Carnevale in grand Italian style to the region and to introduce the best of Italian carnival culture as well as high-quality wine and dine options to people visiting Macao. Venetian Carnevale is an attractive destination for everyone, from families with children to young adults, and from locals to business and leisure travellers looking for an entertaining spring respite. It will be an iconic event not to be missed, celebrating classic Italian lifestyle and experiences.” said Brendon Elliott, Vice President of Sales & Resort Marketing, Venetian Macau Limited.

FEATURES

One of the World’s largest architectural 3D Video Mapping Projects ever created
Synchronised via Laservision Digital~Data Pump Series III Show Control system
Spans over 4,000sqm or a staggering 1 acre
5,000 times bigger than the average TV
Over half a million lumens of light power, projected onto The Venetian’s façade, provided by 26 High Powered, Liquid cooled, High Definition, Large Format Video Projectors
Utilising the latest technologies used for the Opening Ceremony of the 2012 London Olympic Games
Combines over 16,000 production hours and 40 crew members from six countries to create the unique, customised, Sound and Light show
Designed, produced and implemented by Laservision, the creators of the Guinness World Record “World’s Largest Light and Laser Show” ‘A Symphony of Lights’ in Hong Kong and Southeast Asia’s “Largest Light and Water Show” ‘Wonder Full’ at Marina Bay Sands Singapore

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

All the mediums are controlled and synchronised down to the millisecond by Laservision’s proprietary Digital~Data Pump Series III (DDPIII) Media Servers
The 26 projectors are all seamlessly edge-blended to create a single, mammoth dynamic piece of dynamic art
Super High Definition – 13,000 pixels wide (HD TV is only 1,080)
Features the use of the latest generation projection platform that incorporates liquid cooled DLP™ technology and quad-lamp reliability
The 10 minutes long 3D light and sound show, ‘Magical Masks of Venezia’ will be projected nightly at The Venetian Macao, between 25th April and 2nd June, every 30 minutes from 7.30pm to 10 pm, admission free

Laservision is a world leader in Entertainment Communications. Known for our work in Multimedia Attractions, Special Events and Architectural Lighting. Laservision’s original creations are enjoyed by tens of thousands of people around the globe each night. From a one night Special Event to a permanently installed Attraction, Laservision has an enviable track record.

With 30 years of active industry experience, Laservision has repeatedly taken 1st place in a host of International Awards. Modern audiences demand more from a spectacular and Laservision delivers! With an approved Government Research & Development facility, Laservision is constantly devising new and innovative ways to materialise the creative.

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Laservision’s ‘Winter in Venice’ 3D Architectural Son Et Lumiere!

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Marking the beginning of the 2012 festive season, Laservision launched The Venetian Macao’s, ‘Winter in Venice’ event with one of the World’s Largest Architectural 3D Light and Sound shows ‘The Magic of the Seasons’.

Supported by the Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO), the nightly event will run from 21st November and provide audiences with over 500 spectacular shows throughout the festive season.

“Winter in Venice will be the ultimate destination and an iconic event creating an unforgettable holiday experience for all.”
President & CEO of Sands China – Edward Tracy

‘The Magic of the Seasons’ takes audiences through a journey of the four seasons evoking the joy and wonder of Summer, Autumn, Winter and Spring through stunning imagery, an orchestral sound score and an array of special effects.

The unique architecture of The Venetian Macao’s façade, when amplified with light across the lagoon, creates a stunning vista for patrons to enjoy.

To truly create a Winter Wonderland experience, additional attractions have been provided to entertain audiences including Macau’s Largest Outdoor Christmas Tree, an outdoor ice-skating rink, a number of live performers including magicians, dancers and contortionists, and an operatic duo singing the Vivaldi inspired original sound score created for the ‘The Magic of the Seasons’.

The light and sound show runs every 30 minutes between 6 pm and 10 pm and there is a special extra New Year’s Eve Show to welcome the New Year!

Features

One of the World’s largest architectural 3D Video Mapping Projects ever created
It spans over 43,000 square feet or a staggering 1 acre!
5,000 times bigger than the average TV
Over half a million lumens of light power, projected onto The Venetian’s façade, provided by 26 High Powered, Liquid cooled, High Definition, Large Format Video Projectors
Utilising the latest technologies used for the Opening Ceremony of the 2012 London Olympic Games
Combines over 12,000 production hours and 35 crew members from six countries to create the unique, customised, Sound and Light show ‘The Magic of the Seasons’
All the mediums are controlled and synchronised down to the millisecond by Laservision’s proprietary Digital~Data Pump Series III (DDPIII) Media Servers
The 26 projectors are all seamlessly edge-blended to create a single, mammoth piece of dynamic art
Features the use of the latest generation projection platform that incorporates liquid cooled DLP™ technology and quad-lamp reliability
A plethora of Special FX have been incorporated into the show to increase the ‘The Magic of the Seasons’ spectacular including Sound FX, architectural illumination, rolling fog, snow, live actors and one of Macau’s biggest Christmas trees
Designed, produced and implemented by Laservision, the creators of the Guinness World Record “World’s Largest Light and Laser Show” ‘A Symphony of Lights’ in Hong Kong and Southeast Asia’s “Largest Light and Water Show” ‘Wonder Full’ at Marina Bay Sands Singapore
Original sound score inspired by Vivaldi’s ‘Four Seasons’

‘The Magic of the Seasons’ takes audiences through the changing seasons experienced throughout the year evoking joy and wonder at the magic and beauty of this natural cycle of nature. From the golden glow of summer time to the frozen icicles of winter, audiences will be transported into a winter wonderland during the ‘Winter in Venice’ Spectacular.

LASERVISION INDUCTED INTO AUSTRALIAN EXPORT “HALL OF FAME”

Celebrating 50 years of Exporting Excellence, Laservision has been Awarded by the Australian Government for its continued success and innovation on the international stage, and has been inducted into the Australian Export Hall of Fame!

The Export Hall of Fame is a prestigious honour bestowed upon Australian companies that have achieved outstanding excellence in taking Australian goods and services to the world.

Laservision is one of only 10 companies in the world to receive such an honour and joins Australia’s ‘best of the best’ enterprises including Rio Tinto Iron Ore, Cochlear Limited and Bridge Climb Sydney in the Hall of Fame.

“The Australian Export Awards mark half a century of exporting success, showcasing the innovation and skills that would secure Australia’s future in the Asian Century”
Hon Craig Emerson MP – Minister for Trade

This prestigious accolade was bestowed upon Laservision’s CEO and Founder Mr Paul McCloskey in a gala event evening held at Australia’s Parliament House. Attended by Australia’s Business elite and Government dignitaries including the Hon Craig Emerson MP – Minister for Trade, the Hon Justine Elliot – Parliamentary Secretary for Trade, the Hon Tim Fisher AC, the Hon Julie Bishop MP – Shadow Minister for Foreign Affairs along with Ambassadors from the Embassy of Chile, Embassy of Mongolia, Embassy of the Argentine Republic, Embassy of the United Arab Emirates, Embassy of Indonesia, Embassy of the Russian Federation, Embassy of the Republic of Colombia, the South African High Commission and the Director General for Multilateral and Global Affairs in the Ministry for Foreign Affairs.

Laservision Celebrates Hong Kong’s 15th Anniversary!

In a coordinated celebration spanning the globe, the creators of the ‘Biggest Show on Earth’ and Guinness World Record ‘Symphony of Lights’ will assist the Hong Kong Economic Trade Office (HKETO) in Sydney, Australia, to celebrate the historical 15th anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) of the People’s Republic of China.

The Government of Hong Kong will host over 300 activities across the globe celebrating this historic occasion. The iconic Hong Kong House located in Sydney’s CBD, built in 1891, owned by the HKSAR and listed under the Register of National Trust will become the canvas of a week-long Light and Laser Spectacular to celebrate the diversity of Hong Kong, ranging from its importance as a leading financial powerhouse to a shopping paradise and artistic hub.

The Light and Laser show produced by Laservision will project signature images iconic to Hong Kong from 28th June through to 3rd July.

“The laser light show on the façade of Hong Kong House was a ‘Wow!’ moment. I could hear the buzz from the passers-by generated by these amazing images.”
Director of HKETO, Government of the HKSAR – Steve Barclay

The show will be created using Laservision’s latest Show Control technology, namely the Digital Data~Pump Series III (DDP III). This technology coupled with Laservision’s Media Manager software form the backbone of the ‘World’s Largest Light and Laser Show’ as well as the more recent ‘Wonder Full’ Multimedia Attraction at the multi-billion dollar Marina Bay Sands Integrated Resort located in Singapore.

The DDP III provides previously unobtainable levels of integration and performance in the realm of Multimedia and Special Event spectaculars. Developed from over 30 years’ experience in the entertainment and attraction industry this innovative technology provides the platform to deliver previously unprecedented experiences.

The DDP III paired with Laservision’s media servers provides an infinitely scalable platform capable of precise control and distribution of massive volumes of data across a performance arena for a city scale spectacular down to 1/1000th of a second.

Laservision high powered Solid State Light~Ray Laser systems will be utilised to project the iconic laser images onto Hong Kong House. Utilising the latest in Solid State technologies, over 50W of Laser energy will be transformed into enormous multi-coloured dynamic laser graphics.

Laservision is honoured to be a part of such a significant milestone for the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China and look forward to celebrating this momentous occasion on the world stage.

Currently engaged on projects in Australia, Hong Kong, India, Saudi Arabia, Macau, The United Kingdom, Bahrain, Singapore and Russia, Laservision looks forward to a prosperous year, continuing to entertain millions of spectators around the world with their Australian Grown Technology. Learn more about Laservision’s amazing projects from our portfolio page.

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Largest Light & Water Spectacular in South East Asia!

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The Prime Minister of Singapore Mr Lee Hsien Loong, accompanied by the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Las Vegas Sands Corporation (LVSC), Mr Sheldon G. Alderson, were joined by thousands of spectators to witness the unveiling of Laservision’s record-breaking Multimedia Spectacular “Wonder Full”.

The 13-minute, 360 degree, three-dimensional “show is the exclamation point on the sentence of Marina Bay Sands,” as described by the Las Vegas Sands Corporation President and Chief Operating Officer, Michael A. Leven.

LVSC embarked on a World audit to identify and engage a single organisation capable of designing, developing and deploying a state-of-the-art outdoor multimedia attraction. After a 12 month audit, Laservision was selected as the successful company and on 17th February, in front of a star-studded audience, including the Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, 450 international media and LVSC Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Mr Sheldon G. Adelson “Wonder Full” was launched to the World!

Located on the USD $6 billion, 20-hectare Integrated Resort, the three-dimensional fantasy showcases:

3 x enormous Water~Screens spanning 2,000 sqm
30 x high powered multi-coloured moving searchlights
1 x custom built one billion foot candle searchlight
16 x high powered Stella~Ray™ and Light~Ray™ laser systems producing over 300,000 milliwatts of laser energy
Over 250,000 energy efficient Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs)
9 x high powered, High Definition Video Projectors
A 56-metre floating fountain with individually controlled nozzles capable of reaching up to 20 metres in height and illuminated using Laservision’s custom fountain LED lighting fixtures
5 x 12-metre Flame FX
An arsenal of Special FX including Bubble Factories, Smoke Machines, Strobes, Intelligent Lighting fixtures and custom made Aqua Cannons

The show features new and exciting technology that took Laservision three years to develop and refine. A team consisting of 100 specialists in architectural, design, creative, musical, engineering, technical and IT resources were drawn from its Hong Kong, Australian and Singaporean offices. The Show will be operated and maintained by Laservision’s Singapore office.

The original idea of creating a show that has a “soul” was seeded by Mr Michael A. Leven, President and Chief Operating Officer, LVSC. Internationally renowned as the leader in large scale multimedia spectaculars and architectural illumination, Laservision was engaged to bring this vision to life.

“Wonder Full” is the story of Water and Light creating Life, told with water and light. The spectacular explores humanity and the beauty of the human experience through original footage from Singapore, an original sound score and an abundance of mediums spanning the Marina Bay Sands development.

This world-class attraction will light up the waterfront and skies of the Marina Bay area seven days a week and viewers will be entertained twice a night from Sunday to Thursday and three times on Friday and Saturday evenings.

Unique Sounds of Leipzig

In a world first, Laservision recently transformed the facade of the Hong Kong Cultural Centre into an interactive piece of musical art.

As part of the Hong Kong Arts Festival Laservision, in conjunction with Leipzig Liberty, created a breathtaking 10-minute laser sequence on the Cultural Centre by transforming the unique sounds of the Leipzig Opera, Leipzig’s Gewandhaus and the St Thomas Boys Choir into a graphical representation using complex mathematical algorithms.

The 6,000m² façade of the Hong Kong Cultural Centre provided the perfect arena to place the unique music of Leipzig’s musical institutions directly in the spotlight.

Leipzig Liberty developed the concept of “Sound-Equals-Light” and engaged Laservision as the technical consultant and equipment provider in order to bring their concept to life.

“Laservision’s laser show achieved just what we, as the city’s representatives, considered important: to reach a broad public, to appeal to the senses and to market Leipzig as the City of Culture to the people there with a congenial show”, said Mr Burkhard Jung, the Mayor of Leipzig City.

Leipzig is known as one of the major European city-centres of learning and culture in fields such as astronomy, optics and music. The “Sound-Equals-Light” project was developed to achieve three key objectives:

Increase public awareness of Leipzig as a cultural hub in Europe
Audiences associating our city inextricably with music, recognising Leipzig as one of Germany’s most important metropolitan musical centres
Increase public awareness of the Gewandhaus Orchestra, the St Thomas Boys Choir and Opera

The “Sound-Equals-Light” artists Ludwig Schmidtpeter and Tim Grünewald, were intimately interested in the “contract between the ‘old‘ sound technology of classical music and the ultra-modern laser technology of the 21st century. With the show, we want to create links between space (West to East) and time (classical to modern).”

Laservision Illuminates Marina Bay Sands Integrated Resort!

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Laservision, along with a collection of celebrity chefs, leading fashion designers, luxury spa operators, musical stars and over 3,000 international VIPs, recently launched Marina Bay Sands (MBS), the leading business, leisure and entertainment destination in Asia.

Designed by world-renowned architect Moshe Safdie, the 2,560 room luxury hotel is equipped with a 120,000 square metre Convention and Exhibition Centre, designer shopping mall, restaurants, Art Science Museum, two theatres and a spectacular 340 metre SkyPark suspended 200 metres in the air with an observation deck set on top of the World’s largest public cantilever structure.

Laservision was engaged by the Las Vegas Sands Corporation (LVSC) to design and create the headlining act for the Official Opening of Southeast Asia’s newest luxury entertainment destination.

Internationally known for its “Son et Lumiere” productions, Laservision delivered the impact of Searchlights, Lasers, Architectural Lighting and Firepower to generate a high energy experience radiating across the bay.

Tens of thousands of spectators watched as the Marina Bay Sands Casino came to life in a vibrant display of colours and visual effects. Over 1,000 LED fixtures were utilised to transform the one kilometre of roofing into a colourful canvas capable of dynamic animations.

The piece de resistance of the development, the Sands Skypark, containing the luxury 150-metre long infinity-edge swimming pool, was dramatically lit from 200 metres below, creating a rippling effect beneath the structure enhancing the architect’s vision of this iconic feature representing a floating ship in the night sky.

The Art Science Museum’s “open palm” inspired design was illuminated in a subtle display of colours acting as a symbolic gesture of welcome to guests from across the globe. Multiple search lights radiating from the museum’s water oculus extended several kilometres skywards as a beacon from across the bay and was complemented by twelve 15 metre-high flame effects dancing on the tips of the museum’s fingers captivating the audiences gathered along the One Fullerton promenade.

To entertain the audiences from across the bay, Laservision installed seven high powered Laservision Light~Ray and Stella~Ray laser systems. The full colour and gold laser systems projected sheets of light and high intense beams from the event plaza area across the entire bay.

The events plaza with an audience capacity of 10,000 will form the audience viewing area for a nightly permanent attraction set to be unveiled in 2011.

Over 1,000 of the world’s international media attended the Opening Ceremony, including Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of LVSC, Mr Sheldon G. Adelson. Mr Adelson commented on the opening of the Integrated Resort that “MBS will now be the reference point by which all new tourism projects are judged…..and will change the conservative perception of what Singapore has in the night time.”

It is expected between 125,000 and 150,000 people per day will visit the Integrated Resort and Chief Operating Office, Mr Mike Leven, has forecast annual revenue of US$1 billion, recouping its investment in just four to five years.

Further details of the opening event can be viewed at www.laservision.com.au/portfolio/marina-bay-sands-grand-opening.

The ‘Nexxus’ of the Hong Kong Business District!

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Laservision was engaged by Mutual Capital Limited to create, design and install a state-of-the-art dynamic lighting design that would demand the attention of passersby, whilst maintaining the natural grandeur and iconic physical characteristics of the Nexxus Building in Hong Kong.

The end result is a breathtaking lighting design capable of supporting text, graphics and images. The lighting design uses over 1,000 high-powered LED fixtures in conjunction with nearly a kilometre of LED graphics strip and has set a new benchmark for architectural lighting.

Upon acquisition, the rundown 1960’s building undertook a dramatic transformation which included the complete refurbishment of the curtain wall (facade). The refurbished building now stands as one of the most prominent buildings in the Hong Kong business district.

The Nexxus Building contained a number of design challenges and technical obstacles that had to be overcome and be incorporated into an aesthetically pleasing and eye-catching lighting design.

These challenges included:

• the highly reflective nature of the building’s façade
• light trespass issues
• energy efficient lighting design
• the ability to view the lighting design from oblique angles

The glass façade of the building does not allow for more conventional wash lighting and as such, a customised LED product was developed and installed to cater for the building’s design. The architecturally designed ‘fins’ located on the façade of the building are a prominent feature throughout the day time, however, during the night they are lost amongst the sea of glass. Using the latest LED strip lighting technologies, Laservision’s lighting design illuminates the iconic physical characteristics that are unmistakably the Nexxus Building.

Due to the building’s location, light trespass issues (or light pollution) played an important factor in the design. Light pollution may be simply defined as the misdirection of light, most often caused by poorly designed lighting fixtures which not only light the intended object but surrounding objects as well. The lighting design on the Nexxus Building utilises a variety of custom fixtures to ensure the light source is only projected forwards; therefore each fixture acts as its own single point light source, minimising light trespass.

The shift in global climate trends, and an international focus on sustainable energy has seen architectural lighting designs adopting energy efficient technologies and fixtures as a means of retrofitting new or old structures for modern times. These latest energy-efficient technologies have been utilised and synchronised to create this massive video wall in the heart of Hong Kong.

The customised lighting fixtures on the Nexxus Building were designed to be incorporated into the curtain wall (façade) whilst it was being erected during refurbishment; therefore reducing the time taken for installation, whilst reducing associated costs. Whether it is a refurbishment of an old building or the construction of a new skyscraper, Laservision’s customised lighting fixtures may be incorporated into the building’s design with no delays to the ongoing construction program.

Laservision – Leaders in the Australian Arts and Entertainment Industry

At a prestigious event held in Sydney’s Star City Casino, the Who’s Who of New South Wales (NSW) businesses turned out for the Australian Institute of Export 2008 Award Ceremony. NSW has long led Australia’s exporting success, with the 2006/2007 financial year amounting to $47.2 billion – about 14% of the State’s annual income.

Laservision, for the third year in a row, has taken out the top honours in the ‘Arts and Entertainment’ award category.

“It’s great to recognise excellence, but even greater to recognise those who compete against the best the world has to offer. Congratulations to Laservision for winning the 2008 Premier’s NSW Arts & Entertainment Award.”
Ian Murray AM, Executive Director, Australian Institute of Export

NSW Premier, Nathan Rees, and Austrade’s Chief Executive Officer, Peter O’Byrne, were on hand to present this prestigious award to Laservision’s Founder and CEO, Paul McCloskey. This is the fifth time Laservision has received this award in the past six years. Truly a remarkable achievement!

With projects in Hong Kong, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, India, Singapore and Russia to name just a few, Laservision exports over 95% of its products and services to the international market.

Laservision is a world-renowned pioneer of creative, high-impact solutions for the Attractions, Architectural Lighting, Advertising and Special Events industries. Our creations are projected to target large-scale audiences, who become an integral part of the experience.

These creations include permanently installed entertainment/communication for Theme Parks, Tourist Attractions and other Special Venues. Laservision also caters for themed celebrations and presentations for both the private and corporate sectors. Laservision’s world-renowned installations include Hong Kong, Singapore, Korea and Sydney’s Darling Harbour. These installations can all be viewed at www.laservision.com.au/portfolios.

‘HITEC’ and Highly Sophisticated Lighting Design!

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Laservision was engaged to create an eye-catching exterior lighting scheme to further the unique and colourful spirit of the HITEC building located on Hong Kong’s famous Victoria Harbour.

Laservision provided a ‘turnkey’ solution which included the design, supply and installation of dynamic lighting equipment and show control technologies.

By night, the façade of the HITEC building transforms into a spectacular architectural blaze of colour with over 600 intelligent colour-changing LED fixtures and numerous high-powered searchlights which illuminate the night sky.

The dynamic lighting design and the integration of the building into the “The World’s Largest Permanent Light and Sound Show” ‘Symphony of Lights’ is only possible through the use of Laservision’s Digital Data~Pump II (DDPII) technology. This Australian-born technology represents a mass storage device for the simultaneous creation and coordination of large scale multi-mediums.

Multi-mediums are high-powered, high-impact mediums used to entertain the masses. These mediums include Lasers, Architectural Lighting, Surround Sound, Fountains, Water Screens, Large Format Projection, Pyrotechnics and Special FX. The DDPII system represents a highly integrated, fully digital multimedia capture, playback and editing device.

The ‘Symphony of Lights’ show has increased by over 200% to incorporate 44 of Hong Kong’s most prominent buildings located on both Hong Kong Island and Kowloon. This 14-minute spectacular light and sound show erupts nightly on Hong Kong Harbour and has recently been recognised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board as the major tourist attraction in Hong Kong.

“’Symphony of Lights’ has been recognised by Hong Kong Tourism as a major tourism attraction … Since the commencement of ‘Symphony of Lights’ show, the number of tourists visiting Hong Kong has increased to over 28.1 million and continues to rise.”
Hong Kong Tourism Board

Laservision is a world-renowned pioneer of creative, high-impact solutions for the Attractions, Architectural Lighting, Advertising and Special Events industries. Our creations are projected to targeted, large-scale audiences, where audiences become an integral part of the experience.

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‘A Symphony of Lights’ sets a new World Record!

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Already a Guinness World Record for the “World’s Largest Permanent Light and Sound Show,” ‘A Symphony of Lights’ has further expanded to include 43 of the city’s prominent buildings and skyscrapers.

Engaged by the Hong Kong Tourism Commission (HKTC), Laservision has recently completed its fourth phase of integrating new buildings into the show in celebration of the 10th Anniversary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.

Hong Kong Island now boasts 23 featured buildings while Kowloon’s increasing contribution now totals 20. The show includes an arsenal of LED fixtures, searchlights, high powered lasers, floodlights, fibre optics, pyrotechnics and an original soundtrack that combine to represent the spirit and energy of Hong Kong. The expanded show was launched by the acting Financial Secretary, Mr Stephen Ip.

Phases three and four have seen the incorporation of ten new buildings into the show. New standout buildings include Canon in Oterprise Square, Standard Chartered Bank, Bank of America Tower, Emax, K11 and the Horizon Hotels. The expanded show has incorporated 11 new searchlights installed on Harbour City, Langham Place, Emax, and the installation of a high-intensity Stella~Ray II laser system onto the K11 skyscraper which is currently under construction on the Kowloon side. This is the first laser system to be included on the Kowloon side which provides impact to those audiences viewing the show from Hong Kong Island.

A recent survey conducted by the HKTC on the impact of the show on tourism revealed “the ‘Symphony of Lights’ spectacular increased the length of stay by tourists in Hong Kong by 1.4 days.”

Spectators are taken on a journey through the five themes of the show commencing with Awakening, followed by Energy, Heritage, Partnership and climaxing with Celebration as both sides of the Harbour unify to rejoice Asia’s world city. The best viewing locations of the expanded show include the Golden Bauhinia Square Promenade in Wan Chai, the Avenue of Stars and Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade in Kowloon. The synchronised soundtrack is set up at these vantage points during show time from 8:00 pm nightly. Spectators also have the option to listen to the specially composed music via dialling in on a mobile phone. Listening options include English, Cantonese or Mandarin.

Energy efficient lighting design has been the focus of Laservision’s design team over the past two years. The impressive Canon Building, Hopewell Centre and the Standard Chartered Bank are products of this new evolution.

The Canon Building in Oterprise Square, Kowloon, utilises Laservision’s latest LED technology and has set the benchmark for environmentally sustainable skyscraper lighting. The final view provides spectators with intensely bright colour changing effects, regardless of viewing position.

This low energy lighting design utilises only 1,800 watts at a cost of under $2 (USD) per night!

Laservision was engaged by the Hopewell Centre to provide a lighting solution in order to bring the building back to its original grandeur. Through the use of an energy efficient lighting design, Laservision illuminated the unique architecture in a way that is unmistakably the Hopewell Centre.

Through the use of innovative LED technology, the building has become an interactive canvas for corporate colours and branding as they rotate 360 degrees around the centre.

Standard Chartered Bank’s lighting design reflects the corporate colours of the organisation, increasing its identity and distinguishing it from its close proximity ‘banking’ neighbours. The energy-efficient design uses LED strip lighting to emphasise the lines of the building which are otherwise lost at night.

The inclusion of the latest buildings in the ‘Symphony of Lights’ has dramatically increased the enormity of this spectacular show as buildings located either side of Hong Kong’s Victoria Harbour erupt nightly in an impressive display of colour and firepower.

Laservision is a world-renowned pioneer of creative, high impact solutions for the Attractions, Architectural Lighting, Advertising and Special Events industries. Our creations are projected to targeted, large scale audiences, where audiences become an integral part of the experience.

These creations include permanently installed entertainment/communication for Theme Parks, Tourist Attractions and other Special Venues. Laservision also caters for themed celebrations and presentations for both the private and corporate sectors. Laservision’s world renowned installations include Hong Kong, Singapore, Korea and Sydney’s Darling Harbour. These installations can all be viewed at www.laservision.com.au/portfolios/.