Perth Council House | Fashion Runway Presentation
Overview
The North Metro TAFE Fashion Department Show at Perth Council House required a lighting solution that respected the architectural significance of the venue while elevating the graduate collections on display. The brief called for a refined technical approach — one that enhanced texture, movement, and silhouette on the runway, while maintaining balanced illumination throughout the exhibition environment.
elite worked alongside the client from early planning through to on-site operation, delivering a tailored truss and lighting system designed specifically for the space.
The Challenge
Council House presents a visually striking but technically sensitive environment. Delivering a fashion-focused lighting outcome within a civic venue required careful coordination and restraint.
Key considerations included:
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- Designing a rig that complemented the iconic architectural setting without overwhelming it
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- Achieving consistent runway illumination while maintaining visibility across surrounding exhibition areas
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- Ensuring garments photographed well under varied lighting angles and intensities
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- Coordinating with external technical partners, including Creative Technology Australia, who provided the screen systems
Balancing aesthetic presentation with practical lighting requirements was critical to the success of the show.
Our Approach
elite developed a tailored truss and lighting design that supported both the creative direction and the physical limitations of the venue.
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- Designed a custom truss layout that framed the runway and enhanced sightlines without competing with the location’s architecture
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- Carefully calibrated fixture positions and output to highlight fabric texture, silhouette, and movement as models progressed along the runway
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- Maintained even ambient lighting levels to ensure the broader exhibition space remained functional and visually cohesive
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- Collaborated closely with the client from project inception through to live operation, ensuring the technical delivery aligned with the creative intent
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- Coordinated integration alongside Creative Technology Australia, allowing lighting and screen elements to work together as a unified presentation
The Outcome
The finished result elevated the graduate collections while maintaining a clean, professional atmosphere suited to both audience viewing and photography.
The client valued:
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- A considered lighting design that enhanced the fashion without distracting from it
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- Early collaboration and clear technical guidance throughout the project
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- Reliable delivery from planning through to show operation
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- A cohesive visual result achieved through strong coordination with partner suppliers
The event showcased how a focused lighting approach can transform a non-traditional runway environment into a refined and effective presentation space
