Events

A Geyser of Light
In Ohio, Fountain Square has been a prominent gathering spot for Cincinnatians for well over a century. With the famous Tyler Davidson Fountain residing in the center of the city’s shopping and entertainment hub, the area welcomes more than 7 million people each year to enjoy its various restaurants, shops and seasonal events. But when…

A Third-Place Finish
With more than 38,000 stores in more than 80 countries, you might believe that if you visited one Starbucks, you have seen them all. Well, grab a “cup of Joe” and sit yourself down for a Trenta-sized lesson on how the company is advancing the “third place” concept through its innovative store designs.

How They Did It: Tiffany Window
To illuminate Light in Heaven and Earth with electric lights for The Art Institute of Chicago, designers from Schuler Shook worked closely with museum curators, conservators and exhibit designers to navigate the complexity of the 25-ft high by 16-ft wide stained glass landscape. 1. The team aimed to make the electric lighting appear as if…

Spectral Light Meter Obtains WELL Eligibility
The MSC15-CS spectral circadian light meter by Germany-based manufacturer Gigahertz-Optik, known for UV-VIS-NIR optical radiation measurement tools, has received the Works with WELL trademark offered through the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI).

LIA, Loughborough University, Holophane Europe Join Forces for Students
In an ongoing effort to encourage the next generation of students to find successful career opportunities in the lighting design industry, the Lighting Industry Association (LIA) and Holophane Europe, Ltd.—a leader in luminaire and lighting design for over 100 years—visited 150 students at Loughborough University.

Nuckolls Fund Provides $130,000 in Grants
The Nuckolls Fund for Lighting Education has welcomed five new board members and voted to distribute three $30,000 grants to three institutions; one $20,000 scholarship; and four $5,000 achievement awards to individual students—bringing the total amount to $130,000 of funding for 2024.

Last Look: A New Old-Fashioned Way
he 2023 holiday season welcomed a twist to the traditional festive window displays in New York City.

Project in Pictures: Gucci Meatpacking District
Gucci has packed its handbags and opened up shop on the corner of West 14th Street and Ninth Avenue in the historic Meatpacking District in New York City. The design of the two-level boutique is influenced by both Florence, Italy, and The Big Apple, and includes more than 9,000 sq ft of retail space. Grid…

Out of Office
Parks are invaluable resources for enjoyment, relaxation, learning and exploration. Most people have a favorite park—whether it’s the childhood playground that was across the street from their apartment building; the urban garden oasis where they enjoy daily lunch breaks; the National Park they hiked on their honeymoon; or the simple park along the coast with…

My Retail Anchor
When anyone asks me how long I have been involved with lighting for retail store rollouts, I just say my age. As a second-generation lighting professional, retail lighting was ingrained in me since birth. I was fortunate to have a wonderful mentor who also happened to be my father. He passed away last summer, but…

Cloud City
The exterior design of the façade draws its inspiration from the French term “nuage,” meaning “cloud.’’ It features a floating hexagonal design that envelops the outer surface.

Q+A: Michael Grubb
The founder of Michael Grubb Studio talks about navigating the waves of change during a decade in business What is the key to keeping a design studio running for a decade? The key to maintaining a fresh and successful design studio is to constantly evolve—by continuing to develop, you can become bigger and better in…

Introducing the Care Collection: Curated Lighting for the Unique Needs of Healthcare Facilities
Care Collection is a portfolio of trusted and vetted lighting and lighting controls solutions across Acuity Brands to enable the simple selection and specification of products that can address the unique needs of healthcare facilities. With a focus on simplicity, reliability, and patient care, the Care Collection luminaires and controls are specifically vetted for use…

Research | Optimizing Your Workout Environment: How Lighting Impacts Exercise
When it comes to physical training, the environment individuals choose can significantly enhance their performance. A recent study by researchers at Arizona State University and the California Lighting Technology Center at the University of California, Davis explores indoor lighting and its influence on physiological signals in humans during exercise. This research aimed to understand the…

The Color and the Shape
“Night Forms” Ignites After-Dark Exploration at Grounds For Sculpture Despite its moniker as “The Garden State,” New Jersey is the most densely populated state in the U.S. Driving its major roadways, such as the New Jersey Turnpike and Parkway, you’re more likely to be flashed a “Jersey bird” by an aggressive driver than catch a…