Blend Ambient, Accent, and Task Lighting in Retail Stores for the Optimal Customer Experience The average person enters a retail space on average three times a week. Shopping is a way of life. We are consumers of goods and services to meet the necessities of life, improve our personal needs, and enhance our lifestyles. Despite…
Lighting Designers Use Uplighting to Create Ambiance and Accentuate the Structure of a Space Uplighting refers to illumination cast in an upward direction. Commonly used to create atmosphere or highlight architectural features, uplighting designs utilize light fixtures, sometimes concealed at the base of the wall, column, or other physical features. Uplighting effectively transforms spaces, creates…
How is Volumetric Lighting Used in Commercial and Residential Lighting Design? Volumetric lighting is a lighting effect where the visible beam of light is an intentional component of the lighting design, used to enhance the space between the light source and the object(s) being illuminated. This enhancement adds the perception of volume and depth in…
The Elegance and Functionality of Millwork Lighting Make a statement with millwork lighting. Millwork lighting is the integration of light fixtures that are crafted into designed spaces in cabinetry, shelving, displays, and other architectural features. Millwork illumination combines aesthetics with functionality by providing task or accent lighting and adding a memorable design feature. Backlighting objects…
A Brief History of RoHS The Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive continues to shape global electronics manufacturing and environmental policy. Originating in the European Union (EU), RoHS was conceived to address environmental and health concerns related to hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment—the directive aimed to reduce toxic e-waste and its impact on…
Elevate Lighting Design With Under-Cabinet Light Fixtures in Any Room Although commonly associated with residential kitchen designs, installing under-cabinet or under-shelf lights is a versatile lighting solution that can enhance commercial and retail spaces in several ways. Under-cabinet lighting serves both a functional and aesthetic role in commercial spaces, such as hospitals and libraries. Patient…
Layering Types of Light For Functional and Dynamic Spaces Most indoor spaces can benefit from the application of different types of light. This benefit is valid for commercial and residential applications. There are three types of lighting systems: ambient (general) lighting, task (focused) lighting, and accent (attention) lighting. The key components of layered lighting design…