Luminis High-Bay Lighting in Earl Giles Distillery Production Space Contributes to Unique Restaurant Aesthetic
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Luminis High-Bay Lighting in Earl Giles Distillery Production Space Contributes to Unique Restaurant Aesthetic

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…

Designplus Award 2024 by Light + Building: Nominees for Outstanding Design Innovations Announced
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Designplus Award 2024 by Light + Building: Nominees for Outstanding Design Innovations Announced

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…

AEA Award 2024: Carson Keen Presented with Emerging Leader Award
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AEA Award 2024: Carson Keen Presented with Emerging Leader Award

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…

Leviton Lighting Canada (LLC) appoints New Eastern Regional Sales Manager
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Leviton Lighting Canada (LLC) appoints New Eastern Regional Sales Manager

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…

Insight Lighting announces Paul Pickard as Chief Technology Officer
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Insight Lighting announces Paul Pickard as Chief Technology Officer

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…

Women in Lighting + Design (WILD) Announces 2024 Board of Directors
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Women in Lighting + Design (WILD) Announces 2024 Board of Directors

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…

Case Study: Artemys Hair Salon Illuminated with Eureka Lighting Fixtures
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Case Study: Artemys Hair Salon Illuminated with Eureka Lighting Fixtures

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…

MaxLite Launches EV Charger Offering … and the Why 
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MaxLite Launches EV Charger Offering … and the Why 

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…

Presenting Boscobel on the Arm in Partnership with Modern Komfort– A Symphony of Design and Lighting Brilliance
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Presenting Boscobel on the Arm in Partnership with Modern Komfort– A Symphony of Design and Lighting Brilliance

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…

Acuity Brands’ EarthLIGHT Initiative Inspires Local Businesses to Give Back to Their Communities
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Acuity Brands’ EarthLIGHT Initiative Inspires Local Businesses to Give Back to Their Communities

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…

DarkSky Award Winners 2023
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DarkSky Award Winners 2023

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…

Lighting Designer Gustavo Avilés Inducted into the IALD College of Fellows
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Lighting Designer Gustavo Avilés Inducted into the IALD College of Fellows

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…

Tryka Makes History at the World-Famous Copacabana Palace Hotel
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Tryka Makes History at the World-Famous Copacabana Palace Hotel

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…