When designing outdoor lighting, the material of the luminaire is just as important as the light itself.
For the Mesmerize AVARA Series, every detail was carefully considered, including the metal used to construct the luminaires. Rather than choosing a generic aluminium housing, the AVARA Series is built from anodised 6063 grade aluminium, a material widely recognised in architectural industries for its durability, surface quality, and long-term performance.
But what does this actually mean for your outdoor lighting?
The Architectural Advantage of 6063 Aluminium
Not all aluminium alloys are created equal. 6063 aluminium is often referred to as “architectural aluminium” because of its ability to combine strength, corrosion resistance, and a refined surface finish.
This alloy contains magnesium and silicon, giving it a balanced structure that makes it both durable and highly suitable for precision fabrication.
The result is a material that offers several key advantages for outdoor luminaires:
- Exceptional corrosion resistance for long-term outdoor exposure
- Smooth, high-quality surface finish ideal for architectural products
- Lightweight yet strong construction
- Excellent compatibility with anodising processes
Because of these properties, 6063 aluminium is widely used in visible architectural components such as window frames, curtain walls, and building facades where both performance and aesthetics matter.
For outdoor lighting, this makes it an ideal foundation for luminaires designed to remain exposed to the elements for years.
Why Anodising Matters
Beyond selecting the right alloy, the AVARA Series undergoes anodising, a surface treatment that strengthens the material even further.
During anodising, an electrochemical process forms a dense oxide layer on the aluminium surface. This protective layer significantly improves weather resistance, corrosion protection, and surface durability while maintaining a clean architectural finish.
For outdoor lighting, this means:
- Better resistance to moisture and environmental exposure
- Increased longevity of the luminaire housing
- A finish that maintains its appearance over time
- Reduced long-term maintenance requirements
It’s a detail that many people may not notice at first glance but one that plays a major role in the lifespan and quality of the product.
The Research Behind the Material Choice
At Mesmerize Lighting, product design starts long before the final luminaire takes shape.
During the development of the AVARA Series, our team explored multiple housing materials and finishes to determine which would deliver the best balance of durability, design quality, and long-term performance.
6063 aluminium emerged as the clear choice because it allows precision manufacturing while maintaining the high-quality surface finish required for modern architectural lighting. Its compatibility with anodising also ensured the luminaires could achieve both visual refinement and outdoor resilience.
The goal was simple: create an outdoor lighting series that not only looks refined but is engineered to perform reliably in real-world environments.
Designed for Long-Term Outdoor Performance
Outdoor lighting is constantly exposed to weather, temperature changes, and environmental elements. Over time, these conditions can degrade poorly constructed materials.
By using anodised 6063 grade aluminium, the AVARA Series offers a housing that is designed to withstand outdoor conditions while maintaining its architectural appearance.
It’s one of those material decisions that might seem small but ultimately contributes to the longevity, quality, and reliability of the entire lighting system.
Thoughtful Design, Inside and Out.
The AVARA Series was created to be more than just a collection of outdoor luminaires. From spike lights to bollards and wall fixtures, the series forms a complete outdoor lighting family designed to work together seamlessly across landscapes, pathways, and architectural spaces.
And behind that design is a material choice that reflects the same philosophy: thoughtful engineering, long-term performance, and attention to detail.
Because great lighting design doesn’t stop at the light source, it starts with the materials that make it possible.
