When I started in electrical distribution 25 years ago at Crescent Electric Supply one of the most mystifying items to understand was lighting. The concept of the channel, lighting reps, manufacturers, overage, and value engineering was frankly overwhelming when you first get started in the channel. Over the years you pick up more knowledge and…
There’s no doubt that LEDs have disrupted the lighting industry in many ways, but the latest impact is the growing demand to adopt TM-30 as a metric for color rendering over the industry standard of CRI. At the recent American Lighting Association (ALA) Conference in Palm Beach, Jason Livingston, LC – principal of Studio T+L…
The Boutique & Design New York (BDNY) show, produced by Emerald, has long been an East Coast destination for designers and specifiers working on hospitality-oriented projects. This year, reports from exhibitors on the show floor indicate that while attendance was good, inquiries were more general than specific to a particular project. As expected during a…
Light Efficient Design has developed TYPE A+B Omni-Directional PL Lamps with FLEXCOLOR technology. Combining the versatility of Type A and Type B compatibility with the ability to adjust color temperature on-site, these lamps provide unparalleled flexibility and efficiency for commercial and industrial applications. With FLEXCOLOR technology, users can easily switch between 3000K, 4000K, and 5000K…
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…
Trace-Lite by Barron Lighting Group has unveiled its innovative DDX Series and DDXS Series Low Profile Surface Mount LED Downlights . Designed to offer unmatched versatility and ease of installation, these new fixtures are ideal for lighting designers and architects seeking cutting-edge solutions for their projects. The DDX/DDXS downlights bring together advanced functionality and sleek…
Optique Lighting has expanded the Orbita family to include a new pendant lighting fixture that delivers effortless fine-tuning of illumination to suit any space or aesthetic requirement. The cutting-edge Orbita Pendant redefines flexibility and design with its 360-degree rotatable light engines that allow users to customize their lighting experience with unprecedented precision. The rotatable light…
ArchLIGHT Summit – the fastest growing lighting trade event and educational platform for the architectural, specification, and design communities – has opened a call for speakers and exhibitor registration for its 2025 show. The fifth annual event – taking place Tuesday, September 16 and Wednesday, September 17 at the Dallas Market Center – will welcome…
Tivoli Lighting introduces its Flexile LG and SM Series of flexible fixtures in solid color options to enable lighting designers to create unique and intricate lighting patterns without any shadowing. Created for interior aesthetic architectural applications, the Flexile LG and SM Series provides a traditional neon 360° lighted surface that illuminate uniformly for more efficient…
Cyclone Lighting, an Acuity Brand, has launched the Elencia Pendant architectural luminaire that heightens ambiance while ensuring visual comfort, lighting uniformity and improved feeling of safety. With its distinctive contemporary styling, the new Elencia pendant has the power to transform the look and feel of a neighborhood while harmonizing with its post-top counterparts. Choose from…
Headquartered in Montreal, Canada, North American architectural lighting manufacturer VEROZZA Lighting has announced that Alex Katz has joined the company as Senior Vice President of Sales &Marketing for North America. VEROZZA is the exclusive North American partner of Swiss manufacturer Neko Lighting. With a wealth of experience in the architectural lighting space, including positions at…
Luminis, part of Acuity Brands, has released its Pelican exterior luminaire that features a uniquely curved shape and patent-pending edge-lit technology. This uniquely curved shaped luminaire stands out not only for its distinctive looks but also for providing minimized glare, uniform illumination. The advanced edge-lit technology, composed of LED boards, diffusor, reflector, and drivers, enables…
Lamps Plus has announced Richard Hoalst as Chief Digital Officer in a newly created role. Reporting to CEO Jason Goldberger, Hoalst will lead the transformation of the company’s digital commerce efforts across website, marketing, creative, and marketplaces. Hoalst joins the company with nearly 30 years of diverse leadership experience overseeing ecommerce, marketing, and merchandising teams…
The beloved Blossom range from Original BTC has expanded beyond the single portable light, and grown with new wall lights and pendants that embody timeless craftsmanship. Blossom Linear Wall LightThe striking Blossom Linear Wall Light marks a new step in the evolution of bone china lighting. To achieve the perfect, symmetric lines of the shade, our artisans worked through…
Buster + Punch has expanded its Caged Wet Outdoor Wall Light offering to include a brass finish sconce. Seamlessly merging industrial robustness with sophisticated design aesthetics, the wall sconce is UL Wet Rated, making it ideal for outdoor environments, bathrooms and other wet locations. Engineered for durability and versatility, the Caged Wet Wall light is made from…
Markilux has launched the MX-4 cassette awning that redefines outdoor spaces by seamlessly blending sophisticated illumination with high-quality sun protection. The sleek profile and customizable aesthetics are complemented by a range of cutting-edge lighting features: The MX-4’s lighting system offers both warm white and RGB-WW (colored) options, allowing users to create personalized lighting scenarios for…