Lightemotion, a global lighting design consultancy, has completed its innovative lighting scheme for the exterior of the West Block, one of three government buildings forming the core of Canada’s Parliamentary Precinct in Ottawa. Lightemotion was contracted by RMA+SH architects as the prime consultant for this project, with additional collaboration from Stantec for electrical engineering and…
In an age where sports players are treated like rock stars, it’s fitting that the stadiums they play in recreate the visual excitement and high energy of a concert for fans by utilizing dynamic sports lighting, animation, and even pyrotechnics. The NFL’s Baltimore Ravens successfully implemented this new type of immersive environment for its fans…
Automation and audiovisual solutions leader Wipliance has partnered with Taliesin West, the historic winter home of Frank Lloyd Wright, and collaborated with Lutron Electronics to enhance the experience throughout the iconic site using Lutron’s innovative Ketra lighting. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Taliesin West embodies Frank Lloyd Wright’s vision of organic architecture. The integration…
Delta, a global leader in power management and a provider of IoT-based smart green solutions, announced today its LEED Zero Energy-certified Americas headquarters green building in Fremont, California, is expected to achieve a significant 57% reduction in annual lighting electricity consumption. This accomplishment is attributed to the recent integration of a total solution featuring systems…
Ely Cathedral – located on the Isle of Ely in England – has been awarded the prestigious gold Eco Church Award by the Christian conservation charity A Rocha UK in recognition of its dedication and commitment in taking action on climate change. Ely Cathedral is part of a national community of 7,500 churches and cathedrals…
As part of a $49 million renovation of a commercial office space in downtown Birmingham, a wide range of luminaires from Light Forms, a high-performance lighting manufacturer, have been selected for the upgraded building. Located in Brindleyplace, a mixed-use canal-side development, the office is surrounded by restaurants, shops, and leisure spaces like the Sealife Centre….
Nebraska Public Media’s Ron Hull Studio has undergone a major transformation, highlighted by a state-of-the-art lighting and rigging overhaul. The shift to advanced LED technology has significantly improved the studio’s energy efficiency, flexibility, and production quality. Moving away from the outdated dimmer-per-circuit system, the new network driver system allows precise control over light intensity, color,…
This article by Craigh DiLouie of Lighting Controls Association aims to guide facility managers in upgrading lighting systems in existing buildings by integrating LED technology with advanced lighting controls. It covers three main options for retrofitting fluorescent luminaires—TLED lamps, retrofit kits, and new LED luminaires—and explores how to maximize energy savings through effective control strategies….
The deadline is fast-approaching to register for Light and Health Research Center’s (LHRC) online professional certificate courses in 2024. These interactive educational offerings will be led by LHRC faculty and staff who are the foremost experts in their fields. Courses begin in September, and class registration closes soon. Dan Frering, the LHRC’s Education Program director…
UtilityGenius’ Project feature was created to help you win projects. The tool provides a clear outline of the energy, Co2, and cost reduction through efficient products and rebates. To unlock the full potential of the Project feature in UtilityGenius, fill out all line items with as much information as possible creating a comprehensive report for…
When designing for a hotel owned by an international sports star, a high-energy environment is essential to the brand. While the Times Square location generates excitement in its own right, the Pestana CR7 Times Square hotel in New York City continues that vibrancy inside with the help of Koncept Lighting and interior design firm VLDG,…
Magic Lite, a sister company of NSL, recently implemented a fully off-the-grid home illuminated by cutting-edge LED lighting solutions on the Magnetawan River. Barry and Lorraine Burton transformed their retirement dream into reality by building a fully off-grid home powered by solar energy. This project not only embodies sustainability but also highlights the excellence of…
Energy regulations are crucial for reducing consumption and setting mandatory requirements for new buildings and renovations. Major U.S. standards like Title 24 of California’s regulations, the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), and ANSI/ASHRAE/IES Standard 90.1 serve as the basis for state codes. While the IECC covers both residential and commercial buildings, ASHRAE focuses solely on…
Lighting is always the first place energy experts point to when it comes to reducing electricity usage, but as the DOE’s recently released 2020 U.S. Lighting Market Characterization (LMC) of its Solid-State Lighting (SSL) Program indicates, lighting only accounts for 14% of the nation’s total electricity consumption. (Air conditioning/heating, water heaters, appliances, washers/dryers, refrigerators, and…
The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) recently released its four-year review of the Section 301 tariffs on products coming from China — and it’s not necessarily great news for the lighting industry. Those hoping that President Biden would reverse the tariffs that were put into place during the Trump Administration were disappointed…