01/10/2026
This project was a unique combination of scale, technical complexity and historical significance.
The momentous show held at Sagrada Família in June 2026 not only celebrated the completion of its central tower – 144 years after construction on the basilica began – but also marked the 100th anniversary of its architect’s death, the famous Antoni Gaudi.
It was Lighting Designer Juanjo Saunier’s task to realize the creative vision for the show.
“The project was divided into two completely distinct scopes,” explains Juanjo. “The exterior facade, which was resolved relatively quickly using lighting towers positioned directly opposite the building, and the interior lighting, which represented the true challenge.”
“To light this space without compromising the visual design, I established from the outset that we would work exclusively with wireless, battery-powered fixtures – in this case, from Astera – so we could manage everything 100% wirelessly without a single cable in sight.”
“I couldn’t take any risks when it came to signal distribution and control for all those fixtures and with LumenRadio, I had absolute certainty that it would not fail.”
“The response was incredible. As soon as the show finished, I started receiving a flood of messages. The feeling at FOH control when it ended was one of absolute emotion and a sincere realization that we had just been part of something iconic that will stand the test of time.”
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Lighting design: Juanjo Saunier
Creative and artistic direction: Igor Cortadellas, Igor Studio
Fixtures: Astera HydraPanels, QuikSpots and AX3s; Robe iForte LTX
Wireless control: LumenRadio CRMX
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