BSA LifeStructures

BSA LifeStructures recently redefined its St. Louis studio with a design that merges architectural expression, occupant well-being, and operational flexibility. The renovation reflects the firm’s ethos—designers creating for designers—and places careful attention on spatial rhythm, lighting performance, and material coherence. OCL was selected to provide several architectural lighting solutions that would respond not only to technical demands, but also to the design sensibility of the studio itself.

A custom continuous linear system was developed to anchor the main studio floor. Bold and angular in form, the suspended runs define the ceiling plane with a graphic clarity that mirrors the architecture’s exposed structure.

The geometry of the system introduces a dynamic visual rhythm overhead, punctuating the open workspace while delivering consistent, glare-controlled illumination. This fixture is not background—it’s structure and range. It organizes the space, enhances wayfinding, and establishes a sense of scale across the space. Engineered with high-output performance and LEED alignment in mind, the system balances theatricality with precision.

In a secondary office zone, Royale pendants bring visual distinction and a focused lighting experience. Their unique form offers downward task lighting, creating intimate pools of light ideal for numerous workspaces. The fixture’s aesthetic and finish were carefully selected to echo the palette of the surrounding architecture while providing a subtle yet elevated contrast to the linear systems elsewhere in the studio.

In the kitchenette and social hub, OCL’s Fiori pendants bring a subtle counterpoint to the linear lighting used elsewhere. Their masculine form is softened here with our Goldtastic finish. The form shifts the tone of the space, signaling a transition from focus to interaction. Floating above soft finishes and informal furnishings, the pendants create a warm, comfortable atmosphere that encourages pause and connection—supporting the behavioral flow of the workplace.

Throughout the studio, lighting plays an integral role in shaping how people experience space. From bold architectural gestures to subtle sculptural accents, OCL’s solutions elevate the clarity, comfort, and overall identity of the environment. The result is a studio that’s not only functional and flexible—but distinctly BSA.