About Us
As an independent lighting design studio based in Melbourne, Australia, we blend local insight with international expertise across hospitality, hotels, and residential projects. Founded by award-winning lighting designer Amie Schulenburg, our practice is built on collaboration and client-focused approach. We constantly push boundaries while maintaining our commitment to design excellence, bringing fresh perspectives to every lighting project we undertake.
Next.Contrast brings over 15 years of lighting design experience to every project, transforming ordinary spaces into captivating environments.
We begin with sketch design concept that capture our creative vision, then guide each project through detailed documentation and on-site implementation.
Light is our artistic medium, and we wield it with precision to amplify architectural features and create powerful emotional responses. Every design tells a unique story, attuned to both the space’s purpose and our clients’ aspirations.
Our international team of designers collaborate on projects across Australia and overseas.
Whether you’re planning an intimate residential space, a vibrant hospitality venue, or hotel, we’ll explore how to create the best lighting solution for your project’s scale and vision.
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We regularly share insights about enhancing spaces and navigating the lighting design process in our expert articles.
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Designing for Hotels and Hospitality: Creating Ambience with Lighting
Is it possible to achieve outstanding lighting results without exceeding your budget? Absolutely!
Light Becomes Architecture
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Amie Schulenburg
Welcome to next.contrast
Light shapes our world – revealing spaces, crafting moods, and fundamentally transforming how we experience our surroundings.
At next.contrast, we masterfully blend light and shadow to breathe life into architectural forms, creating exceptional spatial experiences. Led by founder Amie Schulenburg, our team unites innovative thinkers, designers, and technical experts who work independently while maintaining unwavering commitment to design excellence.
Our core project team shares a decade-long history of collaboration, delivering award-winning projects both locally and internationally. Through thoughtful, intelligent, and creative design, we enhance environments by carefully balancing natural and artificial light. We create harmony through subtle environmental integration and precise accent placement, strengthening the overall spatial experience.
Our portfolio showcases our versatility across diverse projects and roles. Let us share our unique perspective on lighting design, demonstrating how we approach each project with careful consideration of architectural vision, interior design, and client objectives.
