Sito Unesco Arabo-Normanno

The lighting project for Palermo Cathedral enhances all four sides, including the dome, bell tower, and corner towers. The majestic south façade receives special emphasis.

A system of luminaires along the east, south, and west perimeters lights the base of the building from below.

The west façade features arches and statues that are backlit to reveal their forms without direct lighting.

Each architectural level terraces, side aisles, and majolica-covered domes is highlighted.

The four bell towers are lit from below and softly illuminated from afar, producing a diffused glow. Their interiors are lit to highlight the lattices and triple windows from within. The main bell tower receives additional treatment, with linear fixtures on the mullioned window ledges and upward lighting similar to the other towers. This refined and layered lighting strategy brings out the grandeur of the cathedral at night.

The lighting is designed to be symmetrical, ensuring controlled shadows and a balanced appearance.