Night projects are a different world. They require not only precise planning, but also a team that can work fast, quietly, and efficiently.
As a Project Manager and Coordinator at IGNAS Limited, it’s my responsibility to organise and execute these types of assignments.
One of our most recent commercial projects was for Enigma in Holborn – an intense, artistic transformation completed entirely during the night.
For Enigma, the client was aiming for a spectacular effect in their entrance and reception area – without interrupting the normal daytime operations of this vibrant entertainment venue.
That meant one thing: night-only work.
My job was to:
There’s no room for improvisation in such projects. Every hour must be used to its full potential.
The client selected a lime wash system (also known as color wash) to bring depth and texture to the walls.
The chosen palette of deep reds and purples was meant to create an artistic, warm and bold atmosphere.
Before each layer of lime wash, we had to:
This is a meticulous process—especially when the entire space must look spotless by morning.
After five nights of work, the space was transformed.
What was once a neutral interior became a memorable, characterful reception area that set the tone the moment you stepped inside.
The client was not only impressed with the final look, but also with how smoothly and discreetly we carried out the work.
👉 Read the full case study for Enigma here:
From my experience coordinating projects at IGNAS, I can say with confidence that successful night-time projects rely on:
These elements are what separate skilled tradespeople from true professional painters and decorators.
A while ago, we also had the opportunity to complete another project in the Holborn area – painting the reception at 90 High Holborn, also using lime wash paints.
This job was also carried out entirely outside of working hours (OOH), over the weekend, to avoid disrupting the building’s daily operations.
👉 Check out the full project here:
Case Study: Commercial Painting – Reception Refurbishment at 90 High Holborn
Author: Krzysztof Zwierzyński
Project Manager & Site Coordinator
IGNAS Limited
This Commercial Decorating project includes the painting of communal areas, corridors and selected laboratory spaces. The main goal was to freshen up the building efficiently and professionally.
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