March 8, 2024 from 3 to 8 March 2024, 2,169 exhibitors presented the latest developments in building technology and trends in innovative lighting design at Light + Building in Frankfurt am Main The modern building is intelligent, connected and as a result saves energy. In combination with alternative energy sources and efficient lighting solutions, emissions…
Architectural lighting design firm DesignPlusLight has just unveiled its latest commercial project: 1 Paddington Square, located inside one of London’s busiest transportation hubs that connects two Underground stations, a new Crossrail station, and Paddington Station. Comprising 17 floors of mixed-use commercial and retail space – with 437,000 square feet designated as office and 75,000 square…
The ArchLIGHT Summit Advisory Board, which consists of distinguished industry leaders who provide valuable perspectives for shaping this groundbreaking event and its educational programming, has appointed three new members: Rachel Fitzgerald and Jessica Kennedy, both of Stantec; and Jill Klores of Essential Light Design Studio. ArchLIGHT Summit, the lighting trade event and educational platform for…
March 7, 2024 Award-Winning FINCH Collection for Interior & Exterior Applications Delivers Impressive Performance Up to 1500 Lumens Amerlux recently announced that it has released the largest 1″ family of architectural cylinders and downlights in the market for interior and exterior applications, each providing industry-leading lumen output for beautifully illuminating sophisticated spaces. Recipient of the Architect’s…
Leading LED lighting solutions provider LITE has announced a new partnership with Italian manufacturer Goboservice, by Sunland Optics, which specializes in custom gobos and low-power, high-definition projectors that illuminate buildings, streets, and businesses around the world. Known for their high performance and impressive brightness, Goboservice’s gobos and projectors will be a perfectly aligned addition to…
When researching the rich history of lighting design, most resources promote male designers that made major contributions. Despite this, we know that many women have helped lead the lighting industry into the rich, diverse, and welcoming place it is today. Who were these female leaders? That’s the question a group of designers at Lam Partners…
March 6, 2024 Appleton Baymaster and Areamaster now equipped with new energy-saving dimming option, warm color temperatures Emerson is upgrading two flagships of its Appleton™ LED lighting portfolio with new technology that underscores the company’s commitment to environmental sustainability. For the first time, Appleton Baymaster™ LED high bay luminaires and Areamaster™ LED floodlights will be…
March 6, 2024 Global leader in smart lighting control, Casambi, announced at the Light + Building tradeshow in Frankfurt, Germany, the winners of the 2024 Casambi Awards. Linfa Desk Light and Ca’ d’Oro were celebrated as Casambi Product and Project of the Year. The 2024 Casambi Awards, now in their fourth year, concluded yesterday with the…
March 6, 2024 By Robert Lanteigne In the world of architectural lighting, the color of light plays a pivotal role in shaping the ambiance, functionality, and aesthetic appeal of spaces. From the serene and invigorating hues of cold colors to the cozy warmth of warm tones and the vibrant versatility of dynamic lighting, each category…
March 5, 2024 Several macro level trends occurring across the globe will continue to fuel the growth of the retrofit industry for the foreseeable future, with lighting being a big part of the equation in making existing buildings as efficient as possible. The first trend is the Global Sustainability movement. The United States federal government has…
March 5, 2024 New this year! The IES and US Department of Energy will co-host the biennial Research Symposium. This event is structured to address specific areas of interest through invited participation of internationally recognized experts who present the most current knowledge on the topics. As in all our events, we seek to engage and collaborate…
March 5, 2024 The IALD is thrilled to welcome its newest staff member, Darryl Jackson, as Membership Manager for the organization. In this critical role for the association community, Darryl oversees the IALD’s development strategies for membership recruitment and retention. He is also a knowledgeable and skilled point of contact for IALD members and lighting…
March 5, 2024 Intermatic has developed new ETW Series Wi-Fi Controls, robust two- and three-circuit controls that make it easy for users to adjust schedules from anywhere via the Intermatic Connect app In business, the only certainty is change. Being able to adapt to that change is essential to the long-term success of any commercial, industrial,…
March 4, 2024 A new report from Guidehouse Insights assesses the competitive landscape for leading manufacturers of nonresidential lighting controls. According to Guidehouse Insights, Lutron and Signify are the leading manufacturers of nonresidential lighting controls. Leaders, per the report, are distinguished by their strong global presence, comprehensive suite of lighting control products, and well-developed sales…
March 4, 2024 Guest post by Steve Mesh Digital Addressable Lighting Interface (DALI) Drivers as tools for interoperability and increase functionality across vendors in the lighting industry In the lighting controls industry, are we at an inflection point where vendors are starting to embrace the idea of cross-vendor interoperability? Historically, the lighting industry has approached…
March 4, 2024 Frisco Public Library Case Study: An Industrial Transformation The new home of Frisco Public Library has an interesting past. At one point, it was a rocket manufacturer. A more recent occupant produced a range of consumer food items. The building’s transformation to accommodate the library was nothing short of a massive undertaking….