Lighting
Daylight Harvesting
May 8, 2026
Occupancy Sensors
May 8, 2026
Task Tuning
May 8, 2026
Tenant Improvements
May 8, 2026
Commissioning Lighting Control Systems
May 8, 2026
Design Intent – The Ongoing Importance of Commissioning Lighting Control Systems When we discuss commissioning in the lighting industry, what most of us meant (for too long) was initial system startup and programming. The long overdue adoption of true third-party commissioning and verification of lighting control systems requires both precision of language and an industry
Mockups Make it Real
May 8, 2026
How REI saw it… The Challenge REI, a national retailer based in the northwest, wants to implement the next generation of LED-based accent lighting to improve the visual quality of its merchandise throughout its retail stores. The Target One of REI’s objectives is to ensure a memorable in-store experience for customers, and improve the lighting
The Power of Lighting Power Density
May 8, 2026
When planning a new building or doing a major remodel, the lighting systems must meet local or state energy code. Primarily this means you are only allowed a certain amount of Lighting Power Density (LPD) — the lighting watts per square foot. Most LPD allowances are based on ASHRE 90.1 computer models for various spaces,
Accent Lighting and Contrast Ratios
May 8, 2026
A quality lighting design in a space is achieved by applying the appropriate type of light and the appropriate quantity of light.The primary types of light used are task, ambient and accent. The quantities used will vary, but the visual effect will result ina balance of light and dark that will meet aesthetic and functional
NXT Level Training
May 8, 2026
From their website: In the rapidly evolving lighting industry, understanding the latest lighting techniques and technologies can be the difference between you and your competition.
Energy Effective Lighting Design and Implementation Techniques
March 19, 2026
Lighting design and implementation remains among of the most critical elements of energy effectiveness and sustainable architecture in both new construction and retrofit opportunities. Energy effective lighting design begins with a fundamental understanding of human perception and how we may use carefully targeted light to achieve visual goals while minimizing energy use and overall cost.This class
