Lighting Design

By Carson Alsop, WELL Faculty & Manager of Lutron Electronics’ two New York City Experience Centers We now spend nearly 90 percent of our time indoors, making interior design more critical than ever to our health and well-being. Across green building standards like WELL and the Living Building Challenge, daylight and biophilia are central themes. [...]

By Christa Belasco, PE, IALD, LC, Senior Lighting Designer, HGA For individuals with neurological conditions such as autism, Asperger’s, ADHD, or Sensory Processing Disorders, a simple visit to the doctor can become an overwhelming sensory experience. Individuals with certain neurological conditions can be particularly sensitive to the sub-visible flicker of direct lighting sources, frequencies that neurotypical [...]

By Chelsea Till, North American Hospitality Manager, Lutron Electronics In the luxury hospitality market, the guest experience is paramount. Whether visitors are checking in for an extended stay, having a quick drink with a colleague at the bar, or enjoying a special dinner with family and friends, every brand wants that experience to be uniquely [...]

By Adam Reeder, President at LightArt & VP at 3form When designers think about lighting, the first question they typically ask themselves is, “How does it look?” and, “How does it illuminate the space”? For much of my career, cleanability was a footnote in lighting conversations and typically an afterthought, not something designers sought out [...]

Augusta, Georgia has launched its first large-scale deployment of solar-powered streetlights along Windsor Spring Road, marking a significant step in the city’s efforts to modernize infrastructure and promote sustainability. This initiative is a pilot project aimed at evaluating the effectiveness and benefits of solar technology for public lighting. The solar streetlights were installed to address [...]

In recent years, permanent outdoor house and landscape lighting has transformed from a luxury into a popular feature for homeowners. These lighting systems not only beautify homes but also offer a range of practical benefits—from boosting curb appeal to enhancing security and even increasing property values. Permanent outdoor lighting is a significant home improvement trend. [...]

  Glen-Gery Corporation, a leading brick manufacturer under Brickworks North America, has introduced Emerald Green as the latest color in its Venetian Glass Brick collection. This launch is positioned to address current architectural and design trends that emphasize the resurgence of bold color and the strategic use of natural light in built environments. According to [...]

Here is my latest article published in the July issue of LD+A Magazine: The Seattle Ferry Terminal at Colman Dock, a crucial hub in Washington State’s ferry system, serves approximately 10 million travelers each year. New construction buildings have transformed this vital transportation gateway, with lighting playing a pivotal role in enhancing both its functionality [...]

Amber LED light fixtures are used in cleanrooms to minimize the impact on photochemically sensitive materials and processes, such as photoresists used in semiconductor manufacturing. The 590nm amber light filters out shorter, potentially damaging wavelengths (like blue and UV), preventing premature reactions or exposure. Why Amber Lighting is Used in Cleanrooms: Protection of Photoresists: In semiconductor manufacturing, [...]