May 14, 2024 Luminis recently announced its Inline family has received a Red Dot Design Award for Product Design. Dating back to 1955, the Red Dot Design Award is one of the world’s largest design competitions. The Red Dot Label has become established internationally as one of the most sought-after marks of quality for good…
May 7, 2024 By James R. Benya, PE, FIES, FIALD James R. Benya reflects on his four-decade journey in lighting design, from its humble beginnings to the establishment of IALD in 1969, he contemplates the evolving landscape of the profession amidst technological advancements and the potential integration of product sales into lighting design firms. Lighting…
April 25, 2024 Earl Giles Distillery bills itself as “thoughtful, fun, and authentic.” Located in the Art District of Minneapolis’ Logan Park neighborhood, the 18,000 sq. ft. facility is many things: full-service bar and restaurant, distillery, canning and bottling operations, flavor laboratory, gift shop, and private event space. The owners hired Shea, Inc. to create…
February 15, 2024 The expert jury of the renowned Designplus Award by Light + Building has made its decision: 33 outstanding design entries have been selected as nominees. The final winners will be announced during the awards ceremony on the first day of the fair, 3 March 2024, at the Design Plaza. The award-winning products…
February 14, 2024 Carson Keen was presented with an Emerging Leader Award at the AEA Calgary 2023 Christmas Luncheon this past December for his remarkable career and contributions he continues to make within Alberta’s lighting industry. Carson’s career within the lighting industry began over 15 years ago, with 13 of those years being spent at…
February 7, 2024 We are excited to announce that, in addition to his Sales Director role in Ontario, Jason Denstedt will also lead our National Accounts team. Since May 2023, Jason has demonstrated exceptional leadership as the Sales Director, elevating the Ontario region. With a wealth of experience and a robust network, Denstedt’s knowledge of and past…
February 2, 2024 Leviton Lighting Canada (LLC) is excited to announce Marie-France Patenaude as the new Eastern Regional Sales Manager. With a wealth of experience working with agents and engineering firms, Marie-France brings a dynamic skill set and a customer-centric approach to her role. Leviton Lighting Canada is excited to welcome Marie-France aboard and looks…
January 31, 2024 Insight Lighting is excited to announce that Paul Pickard will be joining the Insight Lighting team as Chief Technology Officer. Paul is a 25-year veteran of the lighting industry, having provided technical leadership for Acuity, LLF, Cree, and Ecosense. He currently holds over 290 patents and has managed teams that have generated multiple…
January 3, 2024 Alessa Aguayo, LC, WELL AP begins her 2-year term as our new board President! We’re excited to see her vision for WILD take shape. Kelly Roberts, Principal at Primary Arc Design, transitions from President to serving as Past-President. We’re grateful for her endless efforts leading the charge. Her commitment and leadership have taken Women…
December 6, 2023 Architectural lighting underscores upscale branding at artemys hair salon Montreal hair salon artemys is a new player on the scene in an up-and-coming neighborhood just outside the downtown core. Building its brand from the ground up, it hired the team at Studio Kiff to create an environment that was high-end yet felt…
December 7, 2023 By David Gordon With advancements in the EV batteries reducing range anxiety, electric vehicles are becoming more popular for a multitude of reasons. And with automotive and battery manufacturers committing to the technology, the trend has gone mainstream. This is further amplified due to climate concerns and government funding to accelerate EV…
November 21, 2023 Suzanne Bowers Sponsored by Modern Komfort, a home-grown, Canadian-owned family business with storefronts in Fredericton, NB and Ottawa, ON, as well as an online store filled with everything you need to create the home of your dreams. Modern Komfort Offers a carefully curated and inspiring selection of beautiful furniture, lighting, rugs and decor that…
November 16, 2023 Acuity Brands Lighting – a North American lighting provider with Canada-wide offices and agencies – has developed a program called EarthLIGHT Initiative, aimed at encouraging customers to make a positive impact in their communities. As part of the EarthLIGHT initiative, they are delighted to recognize Electrozad Supply Company – with locations in…
November 13, 2023 Each year, DarkSky International recognizes and awards the incredible achievements of individuals, groups, and communities who are committed to our mission of preserving nighttime environments around the world. Their hard work and dedication informs global communities about the negative impacts of light pollution, supports and strengthens our network of advocates, and inspires…
November 8, 2023 Applause filled the Fairmont Banff Springs conference hall as Gustavo Avilés, FIALD was welcomed into the IALD College of Fellows. Gustavo Avilés was awarded this designation by the International Association of Lighting Designers during the opening session of the IALD Enlighten Americas 2023 annual conference in Banff, Canada. IALD Fellows are recognized for their…
October 4, 2023 Located on the lively Copacabana beachfront, in the Brazilian capital of Rio de Janeiro, is the glamorous Belmond Copacabana Palace. Having stood for a century since its opening in 1923, The hotel has everything a holiday hotspot should offer – comfortable rooms, a large swimming pool, and dining and drinking establishments. Given…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
