JAFFA's Project of the Illuminated Bar in the Executive Corridor of High - end Hotels
JAFFA's Project of the Illuminated Bar in the Executive Corridor of High - end Hotels
2026-03-01
Illuminated Acrylic Bar for High-End Hotel Executive Corridor
JAFFA Acrylic | Custom PMMA Solutions for Commercial Interiors
1. Project Overview
Client: International High-End Business Hotel
Project Type: Renovation of Executive Lounge & Corridor
Core Objectives:
Create a sophisticated evening social hub that balances business formality and artistic ambiance.
Elevate spatial luxury and brand identity through integrated lighting and premium materials.
Deliver a functional yet visually striking solution suitable for both business receptions and casual socializing.
2. JAFFA Acrylic Solution
2.1 Illuminated Bar Main Structure
Materials: High-transparency frosted PMMA panels + Concealed RGBW LED strip system
12mm-thick high-clarity acrylic was used for the bar’s exterior, with internal frosting treatment to ensure uniform light diffusion and eliminate glare.
Custom U-shaped acrylic grooves were fabricated to house RGBW LED strips, enabling precise control over color and brightness.
A fire-resistant, wear-resistant countertop was seamlessly bonded to the acrylic body, prioritizing both safety and durability for high-traffic use.
Effect:
When illuminated at night, vibrant red light emanates evenly from the acrylic core, creating a stunning "floating glow" visual effect.
The soft, diffused lighting enhances the upscale atmosphere without disrupting guest conversations.
2.2 Spatial Wayfinding & Ambient Lighting
Materials: Recessed acrylic light troughs + Linear LED strips
Design Highlights:
Acrylic’s light-transmitting properties allowed for hidden LED integration within floor and wall troughs, forming sleek, invisible illuminated lines.
The linear lighting complements the bar’s main glow, guiding foot traffic and amplifying the spatial depth of the executive corridor.
Value:
Eliminates the obtrusiveness of traditional light fixtures, merging lighting seamlessly into the spatial design.
Improves nighttime visibility and safety while reinforcing the hotel’s modern aesthetic.
3. Core Advantages of Acrylic-Lighting Integration
✅ Rich Light Layers: Acrylic’s translucent/transparent properties enable "surface illumination," delivering a soft, uniform glow that outperforms the harshness of traditional point light sources.
✅ Elevated Textural Quality: High-transparency acrylic exhibits a warm, jade-like finish under light, significantly boosting the luxury and artistic appeal of the space.
✅ Unlimited Design Flexibility: Acrylic can be cut, thermoformed, and assembled into any shape, enabling full-dimensional lighting designs—from linear accents to large-scale glowing surfaces.
✅ Safety & Durability: With 17x the impact resistance of glass, acrylic is shatter-resistant (producing no sharp fragments) and ideal for high-traffic public areas. It is also weather-resistant and easy to clean, ensuring long-term performance.
✅ Energy & Maintenance Efficiency: The acrylic-LED combination reduces energy consumption by over 40% compared to traditional lighting systems. Acrylic’s smooth surface allows for effortless daily cleaning and simple LED strip replacement.