Historical Buildings & Cultural Venues
037
L&L Luce&Light
036
L&L Luce&Light
Frauenkirche,
Dresden
Location
Neumarkt, Dresden, Germany
Application
Facades, Churches
Project
Thomas Gottschlich
Photography
Robert Gommlich
The Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady) is one of the iconic images
of Dresden, an emblem of resilience and rebirth that has established
itself over time as a symbol of peace and unity. Built between 1726
and 1743 and designed by architect George Bähr, this extraordinary
Lutheran church is inspired by Italian Baroque architecture, with its
majestic dome that dominates the cityscape. Considered one of the
most beautiful Lutheran churches in Germany, the Frauenkirche is
a masterpiece of engineering and design, blending elegance and
spirituality in an imposing yet harmonious structure.
In February 1945, following the World War II bombings that
devastated Dresden, the church collapsed under the extreme heat
of the flames and remained a pile of rubble for almost half a century.
During this time, the Frauenkirche was conserved as a war memorial
and became a powerful symbol of pacifist protest.
In 1990, with German reunification, an ambitious reconstruction
project began, supported by Dresden citizens and international
contributions. Completed in 2005, the restoration returned the
Frauenkirche to its former glory.
To enhance the steps up to the building’s entrance, a lighting design
was implemented that uses Litus 5.6 outdoor recessed fixtures with
13°x52° optics adjustable by ±15° and a warm colour temperature
of 2700K. This configuration provides delicate, precise illumination,
accentuating the nuances of the sandstone and creating a
harmonious and welcoming visual effect.
In this realisation, light is not only a functional element but also
acquires a narrative value: it guides the gaze and emphasises the
entrances’ architectural lines. The play of light and shadow created
by the Litus 5.6 fixtures accentuates the three-dimensionality of
the steps while respecting the building’s sobriety and solemnity. In
addition, the ability to adjust the fixtures’ orientation means that light
spill can be avoided, ensuring precise lighting that blends perfectly
into its surroundings.
Litus 5.6
power: 5W
optics: 13°x52°
tiltable ±15°
colour temp.: 2700K
