A custom chandelier of “exploding globes” on a reflective surface distinguishes Spoiled Parrot candy and ice cream shop from other retail vignettes inside the Tin Building in New York City. L’Observatoire International designed the lighting for the entire two-floor market of gourmet goods and eateries overlooking the East River; the project earned a 2023 IES…

The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Museum shines brighter than gold When composer John Williams’ iconic “Olympic Fanfare and Theme” is cued up in July for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, it’s likely to bring back a flood of memories for U.S. fans. Whether it’s legendary team performances from the 1980 “Miracle on Ice” hockey team…

Non-invasive illumination helps aid storytelling at the Museum of Nature and Humankind An 800th birthday demands a grand celebration. So, what better to way to celebrate than with the opening of a museum focused on the anthropological, geological, mineralogical, paleontological and zoological wonders of the world? The roughly 200,000 artifacts and objects of the Museo…

The elements of a great architectural lighting photo How many times have you tried to explain your profession to friends, family or a potential client? As a lighting professional, it can certainly be a challenge. Ours is a niche industry that flies under most people’s radar and is usually overshadowed by the more widely recognized…

The founder and creator of Canada-based contemporary design studio Gabriel Scott discusses how upmarket fashion influences his work   How does fashion influence your lighting fixture designs? My approach to lighting and furniture design emphasizes a commitment to timeless elegance. At Gabriel Scott, our pieces exude a classic aesthetic that transcends fleeting trends. Much like…

Meyda Lighting, a designer and manufacturer of iconic stained-glass fixtures, lamps and windows, founded by married couple Meyer and Ida Cohen in 1974, celebrates its 50th anniversary. Started in a kitchen, moved into a basement and first sold from a front porch in upstate New York, Meyda continues its legacy as a family-run business. The…

PennPraxis, the applied research, engagement and practice arm at University of Pennsylvania’s Weitzman School of Design, has an open call for applicants to be a part of the new Case Studies in Design project. A collective writing and thinking project to create opportunities for design and community leaders to come together, the goal is to…

After analyzing feedback from members, partners and customers, the TALQ Consortium has released a new version of 2.6.0 of the Smart City Protocol, a global interface standard for smart-city device networks. The new version adapts to changing markets with a new Cabinet Control profile to improve interoperability between systems as well as an extension of…

The Bob Dylan Center showcases the musician’s life and legacy Widely regarded as one of the best songwriters of all time, Bob Dylan has racked up the accolades including 10-time Grammy Award winner, Nobel Prize recipient and one of Time magazine’s 100 most influential people of the 20th century. The celebration of the more than…

At Gotham, we understand the importance of lighting when it comes to designing a space. We make it our priority to ensure we have precisely the right offering to meet your design specifications to bring your vision to life with high-quality products in a wide range of options. We strive to be leaders in quality…

Copper’s HQ nestles into a hospitality hotbed As one of the most-visited cities worldwide, London has something to offer nearly every traveler. For those seeking a good time, Soho beckons with its old-world, yet modern, mix of boutiques, theaters, restaurants… and a digital asset infrastructure provider? The warm glow that emanates from Copper’s headquarters in…

Our built environment plays a crucial role in determining the quality of energy we consume. As the nation invests in grid modernization and resiliency, there is a growing emphasis on electrification, renewable energy integration, and carbon reduction. With this, Direct Current (DC) power is key to easily connecting our buildings to renewable resources and energy…

The nonprofit National Lighting Bureau (NLB) has announced the winners of the 5th Annual Tesla Awards after receiving the highest number of submissions to date. The award program seeks to recognize design projects that advance lighting excellence and innovation through best lighting practices to create an inviting, healthier and more sustainable future; winning projects promote…

Research and Markets has published a new report, Circular Economy in the Global Lighting Industry, focused on ways the lighting industry can help the global challenge of supply-chain sustainability by reducing waste and pollution in promoting product reuse, repair and recycling. The 48-page document provides an overview of current circular economy practices; and explores strategic…

The DALI Alliance, an international authority in lighting technology standardization, has released certification details for DALI+, its wireless specification, created in partnership with Thread Group, a company dedicated to IoT. DALI+ with Thread allows for lighting systems and devices on a wireless mesh network; with extended addressing; interoperability with existing DALI-2 and D4i certification programs;…