Create Stunning Visual Spaces with Wall Washing and Wall Grazing Light Choosing the right kind of illumination technique can make all of the difference in how lighting impacts the mood and perception of a space. Many factors can influence how we perceive light; the position of a fixture and its brightness, hue, and saturation are…
How does Dim-to-Warm Lighting Work? Consumer lighting needs and real-world applications are continually evolving. LED tunable light technology has stepped up to the challenge by providing various lighting capabilities to accommodate any desired atmosphere. This is achieved through warm dimming, also referred to as dim-to-warm or black-body dimming. Physicists created a theoretical reference source called…
The colors of the Ukrainian flag are being displayed by exterior lighting around the world As a result of the recent tragic events in Ukraine, buildings worldwide are being illuminated in the blue and yellow colors of the Ukrainian flag as a show of solidarity for the people of the Eastern European Nation. Iconic landmarks,…
No More Shadows with Kitchen Task Lighting If you want to remodel your kitchen in the next 12 months, there are many things to consider besides appliances, flooring, paint color, and backsplashes. The lighting you choose will make the most impact on the functionality of the space, especially the under-cabinet lighting. Most ambient kitchen lighting…
Illuminating Fountains – The Art of Water and Light Fountains have been used for thousands of years to provide drinking water or be pleasing art pieces. Early fountains relied on gravity to control the flow of water. The carved stone basins held drinking water for humans and animals or ceremonial water for religious institutions. The…
Accent Lighting Fixtures Create Mood and Clarity in Art Museums and Galleries Art galleries and museums hold a cornucopia of the world’s most beautiful and unusual treasures. They can be the source of inspiration or respite on a dreary day. The interior design of a gallery is specifically dependent on the story the curator wants…
Layers of Light Help to Turn a Residential House into a Home Home. The word conjures images of comfort, security, and warmth. Home could be a 400-square-foot studio or a mansion of immense proportions for some. Our places of residence are comfortable retreats that contain our loved ones, whether they be animals or humans. The…
Using Light to Create a Striking Impact on Urban Infrastructure The most crucial function of urban infrastructure is to connect people with increased ease, speed, and efficiency. It encourages the connection and movement of a city’s inhabitants and goods and services. However, with thoughtful design, utilitarian infrastructure can be visually impactful, with bridge spans, tunnels,…
Five Elements to Consider When Lighting Statues, Monuments, and Architectural Features The most crucial function of urban infrastructure is to connect people with increased ease, speed, and efficiency. It encourages the connection and movement of a city’s inhabitants and goods and services. The great monuments and statues of the world memorialize significant achievements and reminders…
Natural and Artificial Light, and How We Perceive Color. The 10th Edition of the Illuminating Engineer Society Handbook states: “Light” is a reserved category to describe an area of electromagnetic radiation that stimulates the visual system. Light is a psychophysical quantity and is, fundamentally, a perception. There are different forms of electromagnetic radiation, such as…