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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.
5 Lighting Design Mistakes to Avoid for a Bright & Beautiful Home
Have you ever walked into someone’s home and immediately felt a sense of warmth and richness that you can’t quite pin down? Often, this is because they’ve really nailed their lighting design. In other words, the ambient illumination is bright but not glaring. Art and architecture are subtly highlighted, while task lights brighten work zones. The right lighting can make your home feel just like this: the perfect balance of cozy and functional. So, whether you’re a homeowner refreshing your space, or a property manager upgrading rentals for comfort and efficiency, now’s the perfect time to think about your lighting choices!
Dals: Boulevard Architectural Linear Collection
Dals Boulevard is more than a fixture, it’s a complete architectural system. A single, disciplined line of light moves effortlessly from ceiling to wall, from interior to exterior, creating continuity across every space it touches. One system, expressed four ways, unified by proportion, performance, and purpose. Available in standard 120V or multi-voltage configurations (120, 277, 347V) for streamlined specification.
Stanpro: Reducing Light Pollution Through Your Choice of Outdoor Lighting
Since the advent of the Industrial Revolution, western societies have gotten into the habit of living in a world surrounded by light, both inside and outside the home, which allows people to pursue their activities after the sun has gone down. And yet, have you ever given any thought to the negative effects of an overly lit environment? The overriding consequence is light pollution of our cities! What can be done to counter this phenomenon? Light pollution is an occurrence that manifests itself at dusk. It is caused by an overabundance of misdirected, ineffective, and useless lighting systems, most notably in urban areas where artificial light sources such as street lamps, are used excessively.
Artificial Light at Night: State of the Science 2022
This briefing summarizes the current state of knowledge about how the widespread and growing use of artificial light at night interacts with six key topics…
SATCO|NUVO: LED Orb Shape Track Head Lighting – J & H Style
SATCO|NUVO’s LED Orb Track Heads are compact, modern fixtures designed to deliver adaptable, controlled illumination. These Orb-shaped heads feature a very contemporary design with a swivel arm and a 355° rotating head for precise aiming. Each track head includes a recessed CCT switch, allowing selection between 3000K, 4000K, and 5000K to accommodate varying lighting requirements, along with two beam spread options—24° and 36°—for targeted or wider light distribution. A low-profile track adapter, compatible with both H-track and J-track systems, maintains a clean, streamlined appearance. Available in white, black, and brushed nickel finishes, the Orb track head integrates seamlessly into contemporary interiors and is well suited for office, hospitality, and residential applications.
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TPL Lighting Announces Haidee Lam as a New Specification Representative Team Member
TPL Lighting is pleased to welcome Haidee Lam, LC, P.Eng to the TPL team! Bringing over a decade of experience in lighting sales, a degree in Mechanical Engineering, and a certificate in Lighting Design. Haidee adds valuable industry knowledge and technical expertise to their team. She looks forward to building new relationships, reconnecting with longtime… Read More…
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Contact Delage Announces New Partnership Representing Ericson Manufacturing Co.
Contact Delage is proud to announce that they are now representing and offering Ericson Manufacturing Co. products in the province of Quebec and the Ottawa Valley. As a 4th generation family-owned and operated company founded in 1918, Ericson is based in Willoughby, Ohio and their tagline says it all: Partner. Plan. Power. Ericson manufactures some… Read More…
Design
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Zaneen: Answering Your LED Questions
The Zaneen team wanted to take a moment to tell you more about Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) by answering some common questions. They begin by defining what a LED means and describe a few of its technical details and then look into the importance of LED technology, the advantages of using LEDs, and some must-know… Read More…
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Lumenpulse: A Look at the Past & Future of LED Binning
In the lighting industry, the act of “binning” of LEDs is the process of sorting LEDs by certain characteristics, such as colour, voltage, and brightness. The ANSI standard C78.377-2017 provides the dimensions and coordinates of the bins that are currently used to standardize the colour points of all white light LEDs. These dimensions are calculated… Read More…
New Products
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Liteline: New ORBIT MULTI 4″ Retrofit Downlight
With full 360° rotation and 50° of tilt, the ORBIT MULTI 4″ retrofit downlight puts light exactly where you want it, even on sloped ceilings. Up to 815 lumens of adjustable output makes it a natural fit for angling onto artwork, highlighting architectural features, or directing task light into a specific corner of a room.… Read More…
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Beta Calco: BLADE SYSTEMS – Suspended Linear Lighting
Beta Calco’s BLADE SYSTEMS brings the Light Guide Plate optics behind the BLADE circular family to linear lighting, in the same ultra-slim 3/4″ profile. A micro-dot pattern engraved into optical-grade acrylic converts edge-mounted LED light into smooth, uniform illumination with low glare, achieving UGR below 19 in direct/indirect configurations. Built as a true system, straight… Read More…
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