In the past few years casinos have opened up throughout South Africa, providing entertainment for people whether in remote 'dorpies' or thriving tourist destinations. In this issue we take a look at what it takes to light up a venue of this nature

Paul Pamboukian in his inimitable style gives a detailed, entertaining description of the lighting at the new Suncoast Casino on the Durban beachfront

All good water features deserve to be illuminated, but the combination of water and electricity can be dangerous. Corrie Prinsloo of Spoormaker and Partners explains the requirements and regulations for safe electrical installations in & around water

Peter Dayson discusses functional and mood lighting in garden landscape; an often neglected area of landscape design

A new cultural beacon lights up the lives of young performers in the Western Cape. The Hugo Lamprechts Auditorium in Parow provides a world class platform from which previously disadvantaged sections of the community can perform