
September 15, 2025
Welcome to the 5th annual Featured ArchLIGHT Summit Products from Light Directory!! Please check out some of the products that will be featured at the show. Use the form at bottom of the page to request additional information about any of the products featured. Enjoy the show! Read more
September 12, 2025
In this illuminating episode of the Lighting Controls Podcast, we welcome Scott Rosenfeld, lighting designer at the Smithsonian Institution, for a deep dive into the art and science of museum lighting. Scott shares his journey from theatrical lighting to designing systems that protect priceless artifacts while enhancing the visitor experience. Discover how Bluetooth-enabled lighting controls are transforming historic buildings, why lighting design is as much about art as it is about technology, and how Scott balances conservation with innovation in some of the world’s most iconic museums. Read more
September 9, 2025
The Current Conditions component rebounded in August, rising to 59.1 after dipping to 50.0 in July. Respondents reporting “better” conditions increased to 27 percent, while those seeing conditions as “worse” edged down to 9 percent. The majority, 64 percent, continued to view conditions as unchanged. Comments reflected a mix of caution and resilience. A few respondents expressed concern and uncertainty around tariffs and the producer price index, while others noted steady demand and reported good sales activity. Read more
September 8, 2025
Acuity Brands, Inc. announces that nine Acuity Brands Lighting solutions were selected for the 2025 Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) Progress Report, which showcases the year's most significant advancements in the art and science of lighting. Selections were made by an impartial committee that evaluated submissions based on uniqueness, innovation, and significance to the lighting industry. Read more
September 8, 2025
This episode tackles the hidden pitfalls of LED lighting with two seasoned designers who aren’t afraid to challenge the status quo. Rachel and Anne expose how the promise of long-lasting LEDs often falls short—especially in demanding environments like airports and hotels. It’s a bold, insightful conversation that urges lighting pros to rethink what “sustainable” really means. Read more
September 3, 2025
In this fiery and insightful episode of Get a Grip on Lighting, hosts Michael and Greg dive deep into the DLC’s 501 (c) 3 charitable activities like product labelling in the lighting industry. Pulling no punches as they challenge the status quo. Michael and Greg dissect the influence of the DesignLights Consortium (DLC) and how its evolving standards are reshaping—some say disrupting—the lighting landscape. From rebate gatekeeping to the unintended consequences of product labelling outcomes, they call out the system with passion and precision. Read more
August 29, 2025
Nightingale™ has unveiled its latest product. The Attend™ sconce luminaire is a versatile new lighting solution that redefines quiet yet functional illumination. Attend offers sufficient nighttime illumination to support medical staff in performing routine checks without disrupting patient rest. It’s designed to consider the needs of patient families, offering an optional task light and integrated local controls. These features enable family members and caregivers to read, work, or relax comfortably while staying nearby. Read more
August 28, 2025
Solais® Lighting proudly announces the release of its newest innovation: the Pixora™ Trackhead, engineered to redefine precision, adaptability, and progress in track lighting. We’re proud to announce that Pixora has been selected for inclusion in the 2025 IES Progress Report — a recognition that reflects the meaningful strides we’re making in lighting innovation here at Solais. Read more
August 22, 2025
A compact and powerful wall washer engineered with advanced optics by LEDiL®, Lavino is designed to wash large walls of varying sizes with precise optical control. Offering output options of up to 1500+ lumens per foot, Lavino is perfect for both accentuation and broad illumination, seamlessly blending style with functionality to transform any space. Read more