When it comes to lighting a space, whether it’s a parking lot, warehouse, school, or roadway, guesswork isn’t an option. Proper lighting design plays a critical role in safety, performance, energy efficiency, and overall visual comfort. That’s where lighting layouts and photometric planning come in.
The Sidney Centre for Plant Health (SCPH) represents a major step forward in Canada’s commitment to safeguarding plant health. As the country’s only post‑entry quarantine, diagnostic, and research facility for imported plant material, the new 59,460 sq.ft building replaces aging structures dating back over a century, providing a modern, efficient, and future‑ready home for critical scientific work. Mac’s II Agencies supported the project through a fully integrated approach, bringing together lighting, electrical, and power solutions.
Bring warmth, character, and vintage charm to any space with the new LED Amber Lamps from SATCO. Featuring elegant spiral filaments and amber-tinted glass, these lamps deliver a rich 2000K glow reminiscent of classic incandescent lighting while offering the efficiency and reliability of modern LED technology. With 90 CRI color rendering, they create a warm, inviting atmosphere that enhances décor in both residential and commercial environments. Designed for versatility, these decorative LED lamps are phase-cut dimmable down to 10%, allowing users to easily adjust lighting to suit any mood or setting. With wet location ratings and approval for enclosed fixtures, they can be used in a wide range of installations—from hospitality spaces to outdoor decorative fixtures—making them a stylish and practical lighting…
As Canada’s healthcare infrastructure continues to evolve to meet the demands of modern care, the need for intelligent, scalable lighting systems has never been greater. Healthcare facilities are complex environments—places where the right light at the right time supports healing, enhances operational efficiency, and improves the well-being of both patients and staff. With increasing attention on adaptability and long-term performance, the emphasis on smart lighting solutions has become a foundational component of resilient, future-ready healthcare design. But what is an intelligent lighting system? And how does it impact healthcare settings? In this article, these questions will be answered and leave you with everything you need to make informed decisions about intelligent lighting.
Salex supported Ombrages and Gensler on the exterior lighting design for 33 Yonge Street, delivering a cohesive lighting strategy that enhances the building’s architectural presence and street-level experience after dark. A defining element of the project is the use of Luminii Kendo Recessed Wet, which wraps the building in a continuous line of light.
RENO Lighting’s NEXUS Modular Light Bar is a refined, low-profile solution for coves, cabinetry, retail or hospitality spaces, and architectural environments. Seamless runs up to 20 meters and precision connectors enable custom configurations and continuous lighting. The Nexus features a slim extruded aluminum housing and frosted polycarbonate lens, delivering smooth, uniform illumination within a low-profile architectural form. Designed for precision and visual continuity, the Nexus connects effortlessly to form clean, lines of light, featuring multiple lengths and easily linkable components that create seamless, continuous connections.
The newest addition to Metalumen’s Medilumen series, the Healux 4 (HC4WD) delivers high-performance general lighting for healthcare environments. A recessed profile minimizes exposed surfaces for easy cleaning, while an optional antimicrobial powder coat finish enhances infection control. With wet location and IP54 ratings, the Healux 4 withstands rigorous sanitation protocols. Delivering up to 121 LPW with a standard 90 CRI, it provides high-quality illumination for hallways, patient rooms, reception areas, and more.
The PrentaLux ARO Series is a celebration of form, translucency, and texture. Designed in collaboration with award-winning Architecture Research Office (ARO), these three high-performance decorative luminaires, each with a unique shape, were inspired by natural metamorphic forms. Additive-manufactured with a sustainable use of resources in mind, these striking pendants are available in three sizes and a variety of textures. The ARO Series can be used individually or grouped in complementary arrangements – perfect for both large public spaces and intimate settings.
The MSUo-Green LED Recessed Surgical Luminaire is engineered to deliver exceptional performance in demanding healthcare environments, making it an ideal choice for surgical suites requiring precise illumination and rigorous infection control. Designed for supplemental lighting above the operating table perimeter, this fixture combines advanced cleanroom construction with energy-efficient technology. Featuring green and white LED arrays, the MSUo-Green ensures optimal visibility while reducing glare and eye fatigue during procedures. Its shallow 4-inch profile supports seamless integration into surgical ceiling systems, while its overlapping door frame and triple-gasketed design guarantee a dust-tight, water-resistant seal certified to IP65 standards. This luminaire meets Mil-Std-461G requirements for electromagnetic compatibility, ensuring reliable operation in sensitive medical settings. For facilities prioritizing performance and compliance, the MSUo-Green sets the benchmark for green light solutions in modern surgical environments.
Lighting natatorium environments requires fixtures that can withstand humidity, chemicals, and demanding conditions, without compromising the architectural design of the space. For this project, the team specified the LumenWerx VIA2 Seal above the pool with a natatorium finish, designed specifically for high-moisture environments. Traditional natatorium fixtures are often large and bulky to ensure durability, but the VIA2 Seal offered a more refined solution. With its small aperture and clean profile, the fixture could be integrated directly into the wood ceiling, allowing it to visually disappear while still delivering the rugged performance required for the space. To maintain a consistent lighting language throughout the facility, the standard LumenWerx VIA2 was also used in the adjacent fitness area.
Discover the subtle elegance of the L-shaped Modern Pathway Light from Magic Lite, designed to complement contemporary outdoor settings with its sleek and classy design. This pathway light is perfect for those looking to enhance their landscape with a reliable, energy-efficient lighting solution. The cast aluminum body ensures durability and weather resistance, and easily mounted on a TORQUE spike for secure installation.
Designed for durability and safety in demanding environments, the LEDVANCE Jelly Jar Hazardous Location light features a compact structure with a robust metal guard. It supports multiple installation options to suit a variety of industrial and hazardous location applications and is an ideal choice for areas requiring reliable, rugged illumination.
Join Liteline for the launch of ATTRAKT, a low-voltage magnetic lighting system designed for modern spaces. ATTRACKT’s compact, refined form factor delivers exceptional flexibility, with fixtures that can be easily positioned and reconfigured to suit evolving lighting needs. With versatile modules and connectors to create customized layouts, ATTRACKT provides a clean, modular solution that elevates any space it’s part of.
NEXLEDS provides an efficient and adaptable lighting solution with the 3CCT Post Top Light. This fixture offers high luminous efficacy, IP65, as well as power tunable and CCT switchable options, granting enhanced visibility, security and safety in exterior spaces. The 3CCT Post Top luminaire is ideal for applications such as parking lots, walkways, campuses, and public pathways for visual comfort and safety.
Outdoor lighting plays a critical role in safety, visibility, and security—but not all light is created equal. In recent years, increased awareness around blue-rich white light has raised important questions about its impact on human health, wildlife, and the night sky. As municipalities, designers, and property owners look for better solutions, Amber Optics are becoming an increasingly relevant option for exterior applications. Understanding why blue light at night is a problem helps explain why amber lighting is gaining traction in modern outdoor design.
Kerrwil had the opportunity to sit with Daniel Silverstein, Co‑President of Liteline, whose career at the company began on the shop floor as a junior fabricator building counter‑top displays a grounding that still shapes how he thinks about product, process, and people today. His energy and passion for the business were on full display as we toured Liteline’s expanded Canadian manufacturing and testing facility, where a 65‑person team builds Liteline products domestically in more than 20,000 square feet of dedicated manufacturing space in their 160,000 square‑foot Canadian headquarters, a clear signal of the company’s commitment to making lighting solutions in Canada rather than offshoring that capability.
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
