Conversion of traditional light fixtures to LEDs provides lasting energy savings and lower operating costs. However, if LED fixtures are paired with thermal photocontrols instead of electronic photocontrols, that cost savings is quickly lost due to premature failures and unplanned maintenance costs. Be sure you’re planning for long-term success with your next LED conversion project with these tips.
Lighting plays a crucial role in shaping the aesthetics and functionality of a space. Whether it’s for a commercial, hospitality, or residential setting, the right lighting can transform an environment, adding depth, atmosphere, and a sense of character. From hidden to revealed, the 35 Collection can be subtly incorporated into architectural details or stand as the striking centerpiece of an installation. The collection consists of three distinct yet complementary series: 35 Linear – A profile emitting 360° of light, divided into indirect uplight and direct illumination. 35 Track – A 48V track system combining indirect uplight with customizable inserts like spotlights, pendants, and accent lighting. 35 Candela – A suspended luminaire that creates vertical traces of light, ideal for double-height spaces.
The CF Chinook Centre (more commonly known as Chinook Centre) was always destined to be a major destination point for Calgary. Opened in 1965, it is conveniently located near the city center and is only 20 minutes from Calgary International Airport. Over the years, it grew to become Calgary’s largest shopping mall with more than 250 stores and restaurants. Beyond providing a sublime shopping experience, Chinook Centre offers numerous dining options, including seven full-service restaurants, and fun entertainment options, including a 16-screen movie theatre with IMAX, a nostalgic handcrafted carousel, and a bowladrome for bowling enthusiasts. It is also well known for its special features that include a towering Albertosaurus, imaginative flying machines and a time capsule located at the center of the mall’s four-story rotunda. Despite an overall bleak forecast for shopping malls in both Canada and the U.S., Chinook Centre is thriving with numerous new and expanding tenants added just since late 2022.
In infrastructure projects, the size and scale of outdoor lighting fixtures are critical—not just for aesthetics, but for functionality, safety, and long-term performance. Whether lighting a streetscape, transit hub, or civic plaza, appropriately scaled fixtures help create environments that are both visually coherent and effectively illuminated. Public lighting plays a role in shaping how spaces feel after dark. Well-proportioned fixtures contribute to a unified visual experience that reinforces architectural character and community identity. Oversized poles or luminaires can overwhelm pedestrians and detract from historic or human-scale environments. Undersized fixtures, on the other hand, may get lost in the landscape or appear out of place in large open areas.
LightForm provides their latest outdoor lighting best practices that can help you with setting the right atmosphere, highlighting features and making connections. As warmer weather draws us outside, it’s the perfect time to turn your backyard, patio, or garden into a beautiful, functional extension of your home. With the right lighting, these spaces can shift from simple to spectacular. Outdoor lighting does far more than improve visibility — it sets the mood, highlights architectural features, and invites meaningful connection long after the sun goes down.
As cities and utilities modernize infrastructure for the 21st century, LEDs and outdoor lighting controls are becoming a common and critical component of their strategies to achieve energy efficiency, public safety, and operational resilience. Here’s how lighting controls paired with high-efficiency LEDs are helping infrastructure stakeholders meet evolving demands and regulatory goals for the lighting that makes roadways, pathways, parking areas, and public spaces safer for citizens.
Human centric lighting (HCL) is a kind of illuminated way based on human physical and psychological needs. Its core goal is to imitate the changes in natural light to support the body’s circadian rhythm, improve visual comfort, and enhance mood. The key element of human centric lighting contains dynamic color temperature adjustment, adjustable brightness, spectrum optimization, and intelligent control. You can adjust the brightness based on what you’re doing, so the lighting is never too harsh or too dim. Thanks to LED technology, the light can be fine-tuned to cut down on harmful blue light, especially at night. It also boosts calming tones like red light. With the help of sensors and smart systems, human centric lighting can even adjust itself automatically throughout the day to match the time and your needs.
At the crest of False Creek, Tesoro stands as a contemporary interpretation of classic luxury, offering 92 exclusive waterfront homes in the heart of Vancouver. Developed by Concert Properties, this 17-story residential tower embraces a distinctly modern character, harmonizing sleek design with timeless sophistication. The vision for Tesoro extended beyond its architectural presence—it was about creating an experience, beginning the moment one steps into the lobby. That’s where Mac’s II Agencies’ expertise came in, helping to illuminate a space that sets the tone for refined living. Each decorative luminaire in the lobby was customized to align precisely with the client’s renderings, ensuring the final result matched the aesthetic envisioned.
For anyone seeking high-performance lighting that blends elegance with engineering, Estiluz offers an exceptional range of solutions. This Spanish brand, family-owned since 1969, creates lighting that balances form, function, and flexibility, making it ideal for both bold architectural statements and subtle design enhancements. At LightForm, they are proud to be the exclusive Canadian distributor of Estiluz, offering access to their highly customizable collections alongside the expertise to specify them with confidence.
In interior design, lighting is not just about brightening the room. Sensitive lighting layout is the key in the whole aesthetic atmosphere. An outstanding lighting solution will not rely on one type of fixture. Rather, it is through the combination of different types of lighting. Accent, ambient, and task lighting are three basic types of lighting, and each serves the respective effect. This article will discuss the differences between accent, ambient and task lighting. It clarifies the unique functions of each type and explains how they work together to create an effective lighting environment.
Graphic Office Interiors, a renowned office design and furnishings company serving Vancouver Island since 1966, embarked on a unique lighting project for their personal office in Saanichton, BC. This project marked the first collaboration between Kelly Inglis of Mac’s II Agencies and Graphic Office Interiors’ in-house registered interior designer, Laura Harlos. Known for their exclusive Steelcase furniture line, modular moveable walls, and sound controlled rooms, they sought to enhance their office space and incorporate state-of-the-art lighting solutions.
Lighting plays a crucial role is shaping the ambiance and functionality of any space. At Zaneen, their modern LED Panel collection delivers high-quality lighting solutions with sleek designs, energy efficiency, and customizable options to meet diverse project needs. From trim designs like Harmony Elipse and Harmony Square to frameless panes like Infinite Honeycomb and Infinite Ring, to modular marvels like Infinite Canvas and Infinite Horizon. Whether for corporate offices, retail spaces, hospitality venues, or branded environments, there’s a perfect LED Panel for every setting.
The Acciaio Eco LED is the evolution of a luminaire class. The simplicity of Acciaio Eco LED, combined with its structural integrity, makes it a suitable product to be installed in particularly harsh conditions, thanks to the degree of protection. The Acciaio Eco LED is NEMA 4X and IP66 rated for installation in wet locations and dust-filled environments. It is also suitable for wash down areas with high psi. Acciaio Eco LED utilizes high-efficiency LEDs, with its micro-prismatic tempered glass diffuser ensures maximum luminous efficiency without glare.
SATCO|NUVO’s LED Downlights with Integrated Night Light provide a classic downlight with night light for additional ambiance control. Choose from five warm to cool CCTs at installation, connect an optional dimmer, or switch on-off-on at the wall plate to go from downlight to night light mode to create the perfect environment. Offered in 4″ and 6″ round and square trims to compliment any décor. Suggested Applications: Residential, Multi-Family, Hospitality.
Kerrwil Media announces with deep sadness the loss of Elizabeth Anne Kerr former President and Director of Kerrwil. She passed away on April 17, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 68. Elizabeth began her career in the media and marketing industry in 1979, taking on positions of increased responsibilities with various firms. She also founded and owned The WIT Corporation. Joining the family business, Kerrwil Publications Limited Liz served as its President and Director as well as serving as Publisher of Canadian Yachting. Elizabeth was passionate about helping others and most recently volunteered as a mentor at Covenant House, and Verity as a program. Elizabeth was an integral part of the growth and success of Kerrwil, and she was totally dedicated to its customers, partners, and employees.
Wondering how to create a Mid-Century Modern aesthetic? With their airy silhouettes, warm organic materials, and elegant simplicity, it’s easy to see why mid-century modern aesthetics remain as popular today as they were during their inception. The minimal, functional style feels incredibly grounding and calming, especially during a time when so many of us are stressed and overworked. But knowing that you love the look of a mid-century interior and actually executing it are two very different things. Below, let’s explore several simple ways to integrate elements of this timeless style into any aesthetic.
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
