Commercial audio and lighting for Oasis Bar and Terrace, Canary Wharf

Project Overview

The owners wanted a system that would create a seamless transition between these two environments, with exceptional sound quality, dynamic lighting, and effortless control for staff.

Art of Integration was appointed to design and deliver a complete commercial audio and lighting solution, ensuring the venue could operate at its highest potential throughout all hours of the day.

Client Vision & Requirements

The primary goal for Oasis Bar was to create a versatile, immersive atmosphere that adapts to the rhythm of the day. During daylight hours, the venue needed warm ambient lighting and clear, well-balanced background audio for socialising and casual dining. As evening approaches, the system needed to shift easily into a more energetic, club-ready environment with deeper, more powerful audio and dramatic lighting scenes.

The team required:

• A high-performance commercial audio system suitable for both indoor and outdoor areas
• Flexible lighting control to transform the mood instantly
• Intuitive control interfaces for quick and easy operation
• Reliable connectivity capable of handling peak trading periods
• Aesthetic integration with the bar’s architectural and interior design

Our Technical & Design Approach

Our design strategy centred on three principles: performance, reliability and ease of use.

Sonance Commercial Audio Solution

To achieve even sound dispersion and consistent audio quality across the venue, we engineered a powerful Sonance commercial audio system. This included premium-grade speakers for both the main bar area and the rooftop terrace, ensuring:

• Exceptional clarity at low volumes
• Depth and punch during high-energy evening sessions
• Outdoor-rated performance for the rooftop area
• Seamless audio coverage with no dead zones

This system ensures the bar can maintain the perfect atmosphere regardless of how busy the space becomes.

Rako Dynamic Lighting Control

Lighting plays a critical role in shaping the customer experience. To support the bar’s day-to-night transition, we installed a Rako lighting system, allowing the team to trigger preset scenes with a single touch.

These include:

• Day Mode – warm, welcoming ambient lighting
• Sunset Mode – richer tones as the venue moves into evening
• Night Mode – dynamic lighting scenes aligned with a pre-club atmosphere

The result is a highly adaptable environment that enhances the venue’s personality at every hour.

Seamless Control & Operational Efficiency

Given the fast pace of a Canary Wharf venue, staff needed simple, intuitive control. The installed system allows team members to adjust audio levels, lighting modes, and source inputs effortlessly — all through a unified control interface designed for reliability and speed.

Project Delivery

This was a fast-moving, deadline-driven project due to strict scheduling requirements from Canary Wharf management and the client’s desire to open ahead of the summer rush.

Working to an accelerated programme, our team:

• Designed the system architecture
• Coordinated closely with site builders and management
• Completed installation, testing, and commissioning
• Delivered the full solution ahead of schedule

The system was live and operational in time for the venue’s busiest and most profitable trading period — ensuring maximum return on their investment from day one.

Outcome

The completed installation at Oasis Bar is a striking, adaptable, and high-performing entertainment space that flawlessly adapts to the demands of day, evening, and late-night trade.

The owners were thrilled with the final result, praising:

• The clarity and depth of the audio
• The dramatic transformation delivered by the lighting scenes
• The seamless, professional experience throughout the project
• The speed of delivery under a challenging schedule

Their feedback described the experience as “seamless, professional, and beyond expectations.”