Lighting plays a defining role in the hospitality experience. Beyond simply illuminating a space, it shapes atmosphere, enhances interior materials and influences how guests experience a restaurant throughout the day. At Restaurant Gitane in Amsterdam, the lighting was carefully designed to evolve alongside the rhythm of the venue, creating an inviting environment from morning coffee through to evening dining.
To achieve this level of flexibility, the project combines tunable white LED lighting with professional DALI lighting control. LTECH LM Series drivers provide precise colour temperature adjustment and smooth dimming, allowing the lighting to transition naturally between different scenes while maintaining visual comfort and consistent light quality.
Lighting That Changes Throughout the Day
Restaurant Gitane's interior is characterised by warm materials, rich textures and carefully considered architectural details. The lighting design complements these elements by adapting throughout the day rather than relying on a fixed colour temperature.
During breakfast and lunch, cooler white light creates a fresh and welcoming atmosphere, supporting daytime activities and highlighting the restaurant's bright interior. As evening approaches, the lighting gradually shifts towards warmer tones, creating a more intimate ambience that enhances the dining experience without overwhelming the space. This ability to tailor the lighting to different moments allows the restaurant to maintain a consistent identity while providing guests with a comfortable and memorable environment from opening until closing.
Professional Tunable White Control with LTECH DALI DT8 Drivers
The installation is powered by the LTECH LM-150-24-G2D2F DALI DT8 LED Driver, providing reliable control of tunable white LED luminaires throughout the restaurant.
Unlike conventional lighting systems, DALI DT8 technology enables both brightness and colour temperature to be controlled through a single DALI address. This simplifies commissioning while allowing lighting designers to create seamless transitions between scenes with exceptional precision.
Designed for professional architectural lighting applications, the driver delivers stable output, flicker-free dimming and reliable long-term performance. The result is a lighting installation that responds naturally to changing hospitality requirements while maintaining consistent illumination quality throughout the space.
Why Tunable White Lighting Matters in Hospitality
Hospitality environments rarely require the same lighting throughout the day. Restaurants must accommodate a wide range of activities, from casual daytime meetings to relaxed evening dining, each requiring a different atmosphere.
Tunable white lighting provides the flexibility to adapt colour temperature and brightness without replacing fixtures or altering the installation. Cooler light supports alertness and clarity during daytime service, while warmer light encourages relaxation and creates a welcoming environment for evening guests.
Combined with professional DALI lighting control, this approach allows hospitality venues to deliver a better customer experience while improving operational flexibility and maintaining energy-efficient lighting performance.
Project details
Project: Restaurant Gitane, Amsterdam
Designer: Studio Modijefsky
Integrator: The Set Company
Supplier: OneEightyOne
Lighting solution: Warm white LED strips with LTECH LM Series drivers