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Image: Jewel Changi; sketches by Cristobal Correa, courtesy Buro Happold.
Image: Jewel Changi; sketches by Cristobal Correa, courtesy Buro Happold.

Drawn to Life

Freehand sketching is a critical tool for collaboration and innovation More than just ubiquitous, digital tools for designers have become an integral part of the building process from concept to…
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A lobby dissects the MIX Center into the Theatre Block (left) and the Production Block (right) | Photo: Matthew Millman Photography.
A lobby dissects the MIX Center into the Theatre Block (left) and the Production Block (right). | Photo: Matthew Millman Photography.

Setting the Scene

An inspired façade is the breakout star at Arizona State University The Arizona State University Media and Immersive eXperience (MIX) Center welcomes students participating in the ASU Herberger Institute for…
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Layers of snow and ice shavings in winter, or matte concrete in summer, uniformly diffuse the light from the luminaires. | Photo: David Lewinski Photography.

Not Just Skating By

Nature inspires Troy’s Ice Rink and Pavilion Troy, Michigan, a city tucked north of Detroit, has always attracted outdoor enthusiasts with its wooded trails, expansive parks, and quiet lakes and…
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Lighting now addresses previously dark and unevenly illuminated areas in the city.

Bringing Modern Illumination to Old-World Aesthetics

Sustainable urban development settles into Tudela Tudela, the second largest city in Navarre, Spain, owes its heritage to Jewish, Muslim, and Christian influences. Founded in 802 under Muslim rule, Tudela’s…
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Photo: iStockphoto/ARTQU.

Sightlines: Investing in Unity

It’s transformation time In the LD+A, May 2025 “Education” column, “Investing in Change,” IES Director of Education and Standards Brienne Willcock outlines a compelling case to create a unified, resilient,…
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Diversity: Light Justice NOW Awards | Neha Sivaprasad, principal, Sol Light Studio receives an award from Randy Reid and Edward Bartholomew. | Photo: Druid Productions LLC.
Neha Sivaprasad, principal, Sol Light Studio receives an award from Randy Reid and Edward Bartholomew. | Photo: Druid Productions LLC.

Diversity: Light Justice NOW Awards

Celebrating the social impact of lighting The inaugural Light Justice NOW Awards, organized by program partners Light Justice and designing lighting, were presented in May at LightFair 2025 in a…
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Lighting the Way to Wellness: How Circadian Rhythms and RGBTW Lighting Are Revolutionizing Design | Featuring PureSmart by PureEdge Lighting

Lighting the Way to Wellness: How Circadian Rhythms and RGBTW Lighting Are Revolutionizing Design

In an era where well-being is as valued as aesthetics, lighting design has transcended its traditional role of mere illumination. Today’s designers are tasked with creating environments that nurture our…
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The Lighting Exchange has partnered with ArchLIGHT Summit on programming focused on technology. This year will include a panel and interactive workshop on the topic of AI.
The Lighting Exchange has partnered with ArchLIGHT Summit on programming focused on technology. This year will include a panel and interactive workshop on the topic of AI.

Biggest and Best ArchLIGHT Summit to Date Set for September 16-17 in Dallas

Building on the success of the sold-out 2024 ArchLIGHT Summit, Dallas Market Center will host the latest edition of the fast-growing commercial lighting expo and CEU platform September 16-17, 2025.…
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Photos: Matt Turner/COMPOA
LEDs inside Independence Power Plant create a safer work environment. | Photos: Matt Turner/COMPOA

Enhancing Safety in Industrial Plants

Six benefits of LED upgrades By now, nearly everyone is familiar with LEDs and likely have them throughout their homes. But while LED illumination is the dominant choice in residential…
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Link by Link | Hungary’s Széchenyi Chain Bridge was the first permanent bridge in the capital | Photo: A-Híd Zrt
Hungary’s Széchenyi Chain Bridge was the first permanent bridge in the capital

Link by Link

Renewing a bridge and Hungarian pride Hungary’s Chain Bridge, it is said, belongs to everyone. Stretching across the Danube, the suspension bridge first connected the cities of Buda and Pest…
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Photo courtesy of McQueen, photographed by Robert Fairer.
Dramatic lighting emphasized the historic moment when robotic arms spray-painted model Shalom Harlow during No. 13 Finale in 1999. | Photo courtesy of McQueen, photographed by Robert Fairer.

History: Project Runway

Photography and lighting in fashion Lighting is a fundamental aspect of fashion photography and runway shows, yet its significance is often overlooked. In this column, I explore the historical progression,…
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Ask an EP: Rachel Kim | Rachel Kim headshot

Ask an EP: Rachel Kim

This marketing specialist at GigaTera Lighting discusses finding a balance between engaging messaging and the technical aspects of illumination. Why light? My introduction to lighting came through frequency—gigahertz—which framed it…
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Editor’s Note: LightFair or Foul?

I’m writing this note after returning from my first LightFair experience, where for three days I walked the show floor, spoke to attendees and exhibitors, and joined education sessions. Most…
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Photos: Michael Robinson Photography

Let’s Get Elemental

Orlando International Airport celebrates Florida’s natural beauty When you think of the Orlando International Airport (MCO), you may think of large crowds dressed in their best Disney, Star Wars, or…
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A view of the museum’s roof with new skylight domes and original louvres . | Photos: Richard Capsole

Daylight at the Museum

The Yale Center for British Art lets the (diffused) sunshine in New Haven, CT’s Yale Center for British Art (YCBA), home to the largest collection of British art outside the…
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