Craig DiLouie

A fascinating study conducted by the Lighting Research Center (LRC) at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute found that satellite images of outdoor lighting are unrelated to actual light levels reaching the eye. These results challenge previous studies linking satellite images of outdoor lighting with increased incidences of breast cancer. Light entering the eye regulates our body’s circadian [...]

Offered in a 3-in. round beveled or square beveled trim, Edge Lighting’s Sun 3 provides a precise 23-degree beam of warm white light from a recessed, in-grade LED luminaire. A remote 12VAC power supply powers the luminaire and an internal LED driver controls the high-intensity LED. An optional optical assembly may be added to tilt [...]

Dimming offers greater flexibility for lighting systems, providing users with more control over their lighting conditions to support visual needs and enabling energy management strategies that can reduce energy costs. Traditionally limited to high-end commercial building applications, such as conference rooms and private offices, dimming is now being implemented throughout buildings. In its August issue, [...]

ILEX Architectural Lighting, a manufacturer of lighting solutions for the hospitality and commercial markets, recently announced the official launch of its newly redesigned website. ILEX modified the design and functionality on ILEXLight.com to enhance the user experience and engage the visitor with a full offering of product details, specifications and recommended companion products / offerings.

Lighting Retrofit and Relighting by James R. Benya and Donna J. Leban, published by Wiley (ISBN: 978-0-470-56841-5, hardcover, 312 pages) in March, provides a comprehensive guide to planning and implementing lighting retrofits to increase energy efficiency and improve lighting quality. The book begins by outlining the benefits of retrofitting, then discusses when retrofits make sense, [...]

In its August issue, ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR Magazine published an article I wrote describing the current state of technology in high-intensity discharge (HID) ballasts, with a focus on electronic HID products. In general, innovation is trending toward efficiency, controllability and smaller size. Check it out here.

To mark the 10th anniversary of the World Trade Center attacks, the Tribute in Light once again illuminates the New York City skyline. Lighting designer Paul Marantz shares his story of Fisher Marantz Stone’s design and execution of how the Tribute came to be. The Tribute in Light is an annual installation to honor the [...]

Philips Ledalite’s Jump is a portfolio of high-performance direct luminaires that integrate daylight harvesting with the latest in LED and advanced fluorescent light sources. Available in a wide variety of patterns, colors and mounting options, Jump also features plug and play installation.

Following a drop of almost a full point in June, the Architecture Billings Index (ABI) fell again by more than a point in July. As a leading economic indicator of construction activity, the ABI reflects the approximate 9- to 12-month lag time between architecture billings and construction spending. The American Institute of Architects (AIA) reported [...]