In cities around the world, from the historic streets of Boston’s Beacon Hill, Old Montreal, and Prague’s Old Town, to quaint squares in Savannah and waterfronts in Lisbon, heritage lighting helps preserve a sense of identity, history, and place.
But while these heritage fixtures look timeless, their technology often isn’t. Many still rely on outdated bulbs that consume too much energy and require frequent maintenance.
As night-time tourism grows and cities push for smarter, greener infrastructure, this creates a real challenge: how to preserve this classic look while improving energy efficiency, public safety, and long-term sustainability.
This is where LED street lanterns, designed with a traditional aesthetic, offer a smart solution.
Why Cities Are Switching to LED Heritage Lanterns
Classic street lanterns are a visual bridge to the past. Their vintage design blends seamlessly into historic neighborhoods, drawing tourists and locals alike. But under the surface, traditional lighting systems present significant drawbacks like high energy consumption, poor lighting quality, and incompatibility with smart lighting and city-wide upgrades.
These issues make traditional lanterns hard to justify, no matter how beautiful they are.
In contrast, LED street lanterns preserve the visual language of historic areas while providing higher efficiency, improved lighting quality, lower environmental impact, and, most importantly, smart city integration.
A great example of this in action comes from the City of York in the UK. They retrofitted heritage lanterns along their historic streets with LED technology. The results were impressive: The LED conversions saved the City of York Council £200,000 a year in energy. Also, the quality of the light improved, and the city became safer and more attractive for visitors. At the same time, they reduced their carbon footprint, aligning with their goals of becoming a more sustainable city.
PT07 Luminosa, Designed for Heritage Districts
A standout example of an LED street lantern is our PT07 Luminosa. This classic post-top LED lantern is inspired by historic designs and is ideal for city parks and squares, historic downtowns, pedestrian zones, and garden pathways.
So, what makes Luminosa the perfect option for upgrading legacy lanterns? Let’s take a closer look.
Classic look, more efficient performance
Luminosa blends classic style with modern performance. Its elegant design creates a warm, welcoming feel that fits perfectly in both traditional and contemporary spaces.
Powered by advanced 5050 LED chips, Luminosa delivers brighter illumination while using less energy, offering you beauty, comfort, and efficiency in one lighting solution.
3 power & 2 CCT selectable
This light offers three power levels (100%, 75%, and 50%) and two color temperature options (4000K and 3000K), giving you flexibility while reducing the need for multiple product variants.
Whether you need bright, natural white light for everyday use or a softer, warm glow for a relaxing atmosphere, this fixture adapts to your needs. It's also easy to adjust for special occasions, holidays, or local celebrations, making it a smart choice for any setting.
IP66 & C4 anti-corrosion protection
Outdoor environments can be tough, with exposure to dust, heavy rain, and corrosive elements. That’s why Luminosa is engineered with an IP66 rating and C4 anti-corrosion protection. These features ensure exceptional resistance to water, dust, and rust, delivering long-lasting, reliable performance even in outdoor conditions.
Retrofit kit & sustainability
At AGC, we understand that sustainability is a responsibility. Our innovative retrofit kit design allows for easy replacement of the LED module and driver at the end of their service life, extending the overall lifespan of the product. The well-shielded, removable retrofit kit not only reduces waste.
Additionally, the use of recyclable materials supports responsible resource management, making Luminosa a smart choice for a more sustainable future.
