City Theatrical's QolorFLEX® LED Tape and Accessories at Romanza Italian Restaurant at the Peppermill in Reno, Nevada, USA 

Completed in October 2021, Lighting Designer John Priebe and the team were looking to highlight and enhance the three-dimensional layers of clouds in the ceiling at Romanza, which is an Italian restaurant at the Peppermill in Reno, Nevada. Learn how they used 21 of QolorFLEX LED Tape, 5-in-1 LED Tape, RGBACW to provide the lighting effect they needed in this City Theatrical case study.

BACKGROUND:

Home to the finest Italian cuisine Reno has to offer, Romanza is dedicated to the art of handcrafted meals and authentic flavors. Watch as master chefs skillfully prepare each course in the exhibition kitchen, combining locally-sourced ingredients with premium meats and seafood to transport guests straight to old-world Italy. Romanza’s pastas are handmade daily from age-old recipes, and the wine list overflows with exclusive options straight from Tuscan wineries. 

Accompanying the tantalizing menu is an unparalleled atmosphere of Roman opulence. Set under an enchanted dome, Romanza’s overhead sky scene drifts from starry twilight to a delicately lit dawn, choreographed to classic Italian music. Classic sculptures and Corinthian columns topped with torches add to the experience, one that is sure to leave a lasting impression. 

CASE STUDY Q&A WITH JOHN PRIEBE:

 JP: Before, there was LED tape in the coves that was very dim. We wanted something brighter to highlight the clouds and fill in the space, to give the ceiling more depth. We used two rows of QolorFLEX 5-in-1 LED Tape and it did the job well.

CT: Why did you use QolorFLEX 5x8A Dimmers?

 JP: The QolorFLEX 5x8A Dimmers helped us achieve what we were looking for, even at the ends of the dimming curves. We used one dimmer to provide dimming control for 5 reels of tape each. They dim and change color wonderfully. They’ve been there since 2021, and they are still there, running well, today! The system has worked out great for us.

CT: Why did you use QolorFLEX Connect 10?

 JP: The QolorFLEX Connect 10s helped us stay organized in our LED tape installation.

 There are three positions where we could put the dimmers up in the ceiling. When we did that, we had to figure out what layer we were putting where. We installed the dimmers individually. The QolorFLEX 5-in-1 LED Tape connects to the QolorFLEX Connect 10s, and then to the QolorFLEX 5x8A Dimmers.

 The QolorFLEX Connect 10s made the testing easier, in the three locations, so we were able to test each location individually. The wiring is so neat and tidy, and could be inspected right there at the QolorFLEX Connect 10, and we know if it was right or not. Makes life very easy and saved us a lot of time.

CT: What was it like working with QolorFLEX? 

JP: QolorFLEX was very simple and straightforward for this LED tape installation. Putting the connectors on was great. In nearly three years, we have not had to replace anything – it is all working perfectly and appreciated very much by our fine dining guests.

CT: Any learnings from this project?

JP: The main thing I learned is that QolorFLEX 5-in-1 LED Tape is great, the colors are beautiful, and it is easy to work with. We will use it for more installations in the future for sure.

In fact, we recently purchased QolorPIX and are excited to try out pixel control on the sides of the DJ video wall. It will match what’s on the video wall perfectly and add cool dynamic effects.

CITY THEATRICAL PRODUCTS USED

To learn more about QolorFLEX LED Tape, Dimmers and Accessories, click here.