For the Oceanside Library in Oceanside, New York, Architect Elisabeth Martin and her teamincorporated USAI Lighting products to create an elegant, cutting-edge lighting scheme. “We believe the lighting design of a space can make or break a project’s success,” says ElisabethMartin, Principal at MDA Designgroup, who designed the lighting scheme for a wide variety ofprogram…
Superior Lighting, a division of Stones River Electric, continues to lead the way in innovative lighting solutions for schools and commercial facilities. With a commitment to energy efficiency, intelligent controls, and high-performance lighting, Superior Lighting was selected for Phase 4 of Millard North High School’s ongoing lighting modernization project. Project Overview Client: Millard North High SchoolProject…
Several months ago, the international law firm Crowell & Moring relocated its New York City office to a tony new address: the newly constructed 58-story office tower in Hudson Yards designed by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill. Spanning a total of 71,000 square feet over two floors with enviable views of Manhattan, the law firm is…
The Aladdin Halal Market, located in Latham, N.Y., expanded its square footage by purchasing the adjacent vacant storefront and upgraded all of its existing lighting for a better customer experience. The existing 2×4 troffer fixtures were removed and replaced with 136 4-FT Light Efficient Design RemPhos Linear Bar Kit Internal Drivers (LBIs) along the…
The Village Supper Club in DeLaven, Wisconsin, a beloved local institution, underwent a significant renovation to preserve its long-standing history while introducing a modern take on Wisconsin’s cherished dining tradition. The challenge was to balance between ambient, task, and decorative lighting to create function, warmth and character. The lighting design was a team effort involving…
Designing impressive broadcast lighting is something the pros at Brightline Lighting do every day. CRI and lumens are part of their DNA. But there are projects where lighting goes beyond the physical and generates more lightness in life. Such is the case with Brightline’s involvement as a tech partner with the Ryan Seacrest Foundation (RSF). Starting in 2010, RSF…
Looking for a creative way to generate a business opportunity? Give thought to companies that have flowering plants in their facility to beautify space and ask them “would you like your flora to flower better”? Or maybe it’s pursuing the niche of local flower shops? This article in The Produce News highlights a study by…
In the world of sports, the quality of stadium lighting plays a crucial role in ensuring an optimal experience for both players and fans. For baseball specifically, quality sports lighting helps players track fast-moving balls accurately, reduces dark areas and shadows on the field that can lead to misjudged plays or injury, and enables fans…
Pixel Artworks, a leading immersive experience studio, has launched The Lighthouse, a groundbreaking mixed-reality showroom located in the heart of Clerkenwell, Farringdon, England. This one-of-a-kind space brings together physical and virtual experiences, showcasing the agency’s innovative technology and creative expertise. The Lighthouse serves as a dynamic platform for Pixel Artworks’ cutting-edge technology, including augmented reality…
The Frisco Public Library in Frisco, Texas, is home to the world’s largest-scale dinosaur replica — and that wasn’t the only lighting challenge. According to a case study published by lighting manufacturer Luminis, the design team at Gensler – which served as the designer and architect for the project – also had to contend with…
A new bridge in the Australian city of Sydney has become a landmark thanks to the use of dynamic lighting controlled by a system from Pharos Architectural Controls. The Sydney Gateway Twin Arch Bridge is a new and vital transport link that connects the suburb of St. Peters and its surrounding areas with Sydney airport….
The new Liz Hickson Academy, a vibrant and functional addition to Crown Paints’ historic headquarters in Lancashire, England, is a creative and inspiring hub where employees can come together to learn, relax, and socialize. The space is divided into two distinctly designed areas – The Hangout and The Hideaway – each with a unique aesthetic…
Lighting is one of the most critical aspects of creating a successful sports facility, whether it’s a brand-new installation or a retrofit project. Proper lighting enhances the experience for players and spectators, promotes safety, and provides consistent, high-quality visibility. As facilities increasingly focus on upgrading to efficient LED lighting, there are important considerations to keep…
When Dani Luna-Fuller joined US Lighting Trends’ staff as a contributor her first article was titled “Horticulture Lighting – It isn’t all Cannabis!” Since then, she has authored a number of articles explaining the role lighting play in supporting horticulture. But yes, cannabis is a part of horticulture. More importantly, it is possible to learn…
Fabbian’s Freeline illuminates the ground floor spaces of the recently opened New Road Hotel in London. This one time East London textile factory has a new life as an 80 room boutique hotel. The goal was to create a modern and informal space that incorporated the building’s industrial history. The renovation involved the preservation of a great number…
Building on the expertise acquired over the years in the field of lighting works of art around the world, Italian lighting manufacturer Targetti – which operates its Targetti USA headquarters in California – was selected to illuminate the works of Chicano Art in the celebrated Cheech Marin Center in Riverside, California. The Los Angeles-based architectural…