Summary Challenge As Microsoft continues to innovate for the hybrid workforce, they are creating a new vision for flexible collaboration workspaces that goes beyond the software. It’s the same challenge everyone in the industry is working to overcome – to provide a value proposition for working at the office. Employers and employees alike want the office…
Summary A Pilot Program between mate. and Acuity Brands at Houston Methodist to Provide Sustainable Lighing Solutions mate., a leader in low voltage lighting technology, announced a pilot program with Acuity Brands to implement its innovative technology to enhance the patient experience and promote sustainability in the healthcare setting. Houston Methodist is a leading health…
Key Highlights of the Exeter College Library Lighting Project Illuminating Heritage: DHA Designs Transforms Exeter College Library with a Sympathetic Lighting Scheme DHA Designs proudly announce the completion of a transformative lighting design project for the historic Exeter College Library. Originally constructed in 1857 by renowned architect George Gilbert Scott, the neo-gothic library is a…
For those seeking the pinnacle of luxury hospitality, look no further than the brand-new Ritz-Carlton Amman. This exceptional destination redefines elegance, catering to both leisure and business travelers in the Middle East. With over 200 guest rooms, a spa, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and an array of dining venues, the Ritz-Carlton Amman Hotel delivers unparalleled…
By USLightingTrends Team Did you know that a generation is defined as a 20-year cycle? The lighting controls market has changed much in a generation. Consider these 8 changes: 1. Shift from manual switches to programmable and addressable controls: Lighting controls have evolved from using manual switches to control lighting fixtures to programmable and…
As an Electrical Contractor in the lighting industry, Guarantee Electrical focuses on delivering industry-leading solutions, ultimately leading to successful projects for our clients. As an Energy Solutions Project Manager, my focus is on providing energy-efficient lighting solutions for commercial and industrial clients. From exterior and interior lighting to new LED fixtures, lamps, and lighting controls,…
Replacement of legacy lighting with LED lamps helps building shine When Sheet Metal Workers’ Local 36 St. Louis headquarters opened in 2012, it was a model of sustainability and energy efficiency. The 100,000-square-foot training facility included solar panels on the roof, renewable interior materials, and a Crestron lighting control system. It was St. Louis’ highest-rated…
Signify has joined forces with the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula 1 Team to drive sustainable innovation both on and off the track. This partnership aims to enhance team performance and well-being through Signify’s advanced lighting solutions, ensuring optimal conditions for drivers and engineers. Additionally, Signify’s technology will elevate the fan experience at race tracks and from…
Overview A DesignLights Consortium (DLC) study advocates incentivizing LUNA-qualified outdoor products that reduce light pollution and save energy. These luminaires meet DLC’s standards for efficacy and quality. The study shows that using LUNA products in outdoor retrofits, like a high school parking lot and a main street in Fort Collins, Colorado, results in greater energy…
Summary DLC Educational Series Remember the old jokes about how many (insert stereotype here) does it take to screw in a light bulb? The premise was that lights were so easy to install, that anyone could do it. Fast forward to today after an explosion of LED technology and market transformation. There are many reasons…
June 13, 2024 Learn about the latest developments in photometric testing and evaluation, including new testing requirements for solid-state light sources and systems. August 12-14, 2024 | Lighting Research Center, Troy, NY Who should attend? What will you learn? People who attend the Photometry Institute will come away with the knowledge and skills needed to…
By Line Goyette We discussed lighting trends with Sam Rabinowitz, CEO of LANTANA LED, who is a champion of sustainable lighting for data centers. His company’s fixtures, powered by distributed low-voltage systems, offer enhanced energy efficiency and reliability. Rabinowitz emphasizes collaborative efforts in driving sustainability. LANTANA LED’s latest product lines, such as Illucent and Neoteric,…
June 4, 2024 By Robert Lanteigne Architectural lighting control is a fundamental aspect of modern building design, influencing both the aesthetic appeal and functional efficiency of spaces. Proper control over lighting enhances the architectural features, creates desired atmospheres, and can significantly impact energy consumption. In this detailed article, we will explore various aspects of architectural…
Summary Background: Design Innovation: Challenges Overcome: Sustainable Success: Background How does a global investment firm reimagine its corporate headquarters? For the BlackRock team, it started with an ambitious goal— co-locate its 4,000 New York City employees from three separate offices into a single, one-million-square-foot headquarters in Manhattan’s Hudson Yards, designed around one of the company’s…
Trends that Reflect Broader Industry Movements Towards Sustainability, Energy Efficiency, And Technological Integration Following the publication of the 2020 U.S. Lighting Market Characterization report and a summary in our previous issue, we looked closely at what characterizes the commercial lighting market. The report offers a detailed analysis of the commercial lighting market, emphasizing significant trends,…
May 24, 2024 The TALQ Consortium has released a new version 2.6.0 of its Smart City Protocol, a global interface standard for smart city device networks. Continuous evolution of the protocol ensures the interface standard constantly adapts to changing market needs. Version 2.6.0 introduces a new Cabinet Control profile, an extension of active periods and…