Emerson Introduces Appleton Retromaster: A Cost-Effective Upgrade Path to Energy-Efficient LED Lighting for Hazardous Industrial Areas
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Emerson Introduces Appleton Retromaster: A Cost-Effective Upgrade Path to Energy-Efficient LED Lighting for Hazardous Industrial Areas

January 2, 2024 Appleton Retromaster™ luminaires convert legacy incandescent and HPS lighting fixtures in C1D2 locations to LED without need to rerun wires or cut conduit  Emerson has introduced the Appleton™ Retromaster™ Series of LED luminaires, the fastest, most cost-effective upgrade path for converting legacy Appleton incandescent and HPS (High-Pressure Sodium) lighting fixtures installed in…

National Lighting Bureau Announces Board of Directors for 2024
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National Lighting Bureau Announces Board of Directors for 2024

January 2, 2024 Looking Ahead to 2024 The National Lighting Bureau welcomes new board members to bring a new mission to champion excellence and innovation in lighting design, technology, and application. “A big thank you to all of our newest NLB Executive Board members for their dedication to the goals of our organization.I look forward…

Illuminating Osaka Castle with Lumenpulse LBX Outdoor Architectural Lighting
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Illuminating Osaka Castle with Lumenpulse LBX Outdoor Architectural Lighting

January 2, 2024 Japan’s Osaka Castle is being seen in a new light thanks to an array of captivating lighting scenes that seamlessly cast the past into the present through a blend of tradition and innovation. Lumenpulse Products: 27 x Lumenbeam HO Xlarge (RGBW40K, Extra Narrow 4º)32 x Lumenbeam HO Xlarge (RGBW40K, Very Narrow 6º)5…

Toggled COO Dan Hollenkamp’s Five Smart Buildings Market Predictions for 2024
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Toggled COO Dan Hollenkamp’s Five Smart Buildings Market Predictions for 2024

January 2, 2024 Dan Hollenkamp, COO of Toggled, recently made five very interesting predictions regarding the development of the smart buildings market in 2024. 2024 will be a big year for smart building rebates and incentives. If there’s one thing the feds, states and utilities all have in common, it’s a keen desire to get buildings operating…

Nominations Now Open for the 2024 Casambi Awards
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Nominations Now Open for the 2024 Casambi Awards

January 2, 2024 Global leader in smart lighting control, Casambi, is excited to announce the opening of nominations for the prestigious 2024 Casambi Awards. The Casambi Awards, now in their fourth year, acknowledge outstanding achievements in architectural lighting projects and products that showcase the seamless integration of Casambi technology. The 2024 Casambi Awards feature two distinguished categories:…

Hospitality Industry Turns Out in Record Numbers at BDNY
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Hospitality Industry Turns Out in Record Numbers at BDNY

By Linda Longo The annual Boutique Design New York (BDNY) trade show and conference centered around the boutique hospitality and lifestyle industry, gathered nearly 15,000 designers, architects, brand executives, hoteliers, developers, purchasers, manufacturers, and other professionals at the Javits Center recently to experience new products, engaging conversations, and strategic networking events. The 2023 edition of…

New Lighting for the OWO Residences by Raffles
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New Lighting for the OWO Residences by Raffles

A historic British landmark has undergone a remarkable 6-year restoration and transformation — from government office space to a luxury hotel and residential community. London’s former Old War Office (OWO) building – which famously served as Winston Churchill’s headquarters during World War II and was reportedly the inspiration for Ian Fleming to write his renowned…

DMF Lighting Expands its M Series Commercial Collection for Hospitality & Mix-Use Spaces
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DMF Lighting Expands its M Series Commercial Collection for Hospitality & Mix-Use Spaces

DMF Lighting has expanded its hospitality and commercial solutions with the introduction of the M Series Commercial high-lumen offering with packages up to 3,500 lumens. From grand outdoor entrances to lobbies, restaurants, and guest rooms, the 4-inch aperture M Series Commercial recessed downlighting family meets all site requirements for a wide variety of applications with…

Optique Lighting Debuts Pivotaire Nano Linear Recessed Mud-in Linear System
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Optique Lighting Debuts Pivotaire Nano Linear Recessed Mud-in Linear System

Offered in five configurations (Straight, Wrap, Picture Frame, Zig Zag, and Custom), the high-performing, Pivotaire Nano Linear Recessed Mud-in Linear System by Optique Lighting provides clean, modern lines of high-impact linear light to seamlessly integrate into today’s modern architecture. With the ability to rotate 360 degrees, the patented mounting system allows designers the flexibility to…

Kingswood Capital Management to Acquire Progress Lighting
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Kingswood Capital Management to Acquire Progress Lighting

Los Angeles-based private equity firm Kingswood Capital Management, LP has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Progress Lighting from Hubbell® Inc. for a cash purchase of $131 million, subject to customary adjustments, according to a press release issued by Hubbell.  Last year, Hubbell made news when its Commercial and Industrial lighting business was acquired by GE Current, a Daintree…

Illuminating Heritage: Sonepar’s Sustainable Transformtion of the Captivating Santa Teresa y San José Church in Madrid
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Illuminating Heritage: Sonepar’s Sustainable Transformtion of the Captivating Santa Teresa y San José Church in Madrid

December 20, 2023 Sonepar in Spain is currently involved in a significant project in the heart of Madrid – the lighting renovation of Santa Teresa y San José Church located in the city’s Plaza España. This 20th-century church, designed by architect Jesús Carrasco Muñoz, holds the status of ‘Asset of Cultural Interest’. The Plaza España…

IALD Enlighten Conferences Call for Presentations Opens for 2024
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IALD Enlighten Conferences Call for Presentations Opens for 2024

December 20, 2023 Created exclusively by and for lighting design professionals, the Enlighten Conferences are a series of boutique educational and networking events in the Americas, Asia, and Europe. They’re the place where the lighting community comes together to learn, share ideas, and explore solutions with like-minded people who are passionate about light. Intimate by…

A Stellar Year for DarkSky: 2023 Achievements at a Glance
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A Stellar Year for DarkSky: 2023 Achievements at a Glance

December 20, 2023 2023 was a successful year for DarkSky International. While light pollution grows at an alarming rate, nearly 10% each year, DarkSky continues to make incredible strides to protect the night. We are confident these destructive trends of light pollution can and will change. Thanks to the hard work of DarkSky Advocates and supporters worldwide,…

Gabrielle Chanel – Fashion Manifesto: A Case Study with Luminii
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Gabrielle Chanel – Fashion Manifesto: A Case Study with Luminii

December 20, 2023 About the Coco Chanel Exhibition in South Kensington, London This is the first, and potentially the most important historical fashion exhibition of the decade; graciously hosted by the V&A Museum in South Kensington, London in partnership with the Palais Galliera and The Fashion Museum of the City of Paris, “Gabrielle Chanel- Fashion…

Eureka Introduces Frank: A Unique Sound-Absorbing Luminaire
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Eureka Introduces Frank: A Unique Sound-Absorbing Luminaire

December 20, 2023 Eureka® recently announced the release of its Frank pendant. Frank’s unique combination of large, faceted shade, clean lines, and high-quality illumination enhances an environment while helping to reduce noise levels. Frank features a thermoformed shade made from sound-absorbing recycled PET felt that increases acoustic comfort in a space. It is intended for…