Perched along the Potomac River, within a short walk of the National Mall was a mile-long stretch of waterfront property underutilized by residents and ignored by tourists. That all changed with a $2.5 billion development that transformed the area into a new and bustling 24-acre neighborhood known as “The Wharf” or “District Wharf.” It is now an attraction for local residents and tourists alike.

How do you create a Southeast Asian Street vibe befitting a collection of world class Pan-Asian restaurants for the new, glitzy Resort World Casino, Las Vegas? The answer is to model the area called Famous Food Street Eats after      a street or outdoor market one would find in Hong Kong or Singapore. Sprinkle in pavers, plenty of neon signs and Asian artifacts like a twelve foot golden lucky cat, and you have hit the mark!  

Nestled in the majestic Arizona desert is The Spire Bar at the Arizona Biltmore Resort. Considered to be one of Phoenix’s premier outdoor social destinations, The Spire Bar is among the resort’s most unique and memorable resort amenities.

Thysse (pronounced Tie – See) is a third generation, family-owned company founded in 1941. Headquartered in Oregon, Wisconsin, the talented team at Thysse is dedicated to bringing their customers brands to life. Thysse has created organizational branding and identity development to a broad array of clients over the years. So when they set out to build a new campus, they saw a huge opportunity to showcase their talents by creating a visual experience that showcased their inventiveness and brand expertise in a highly visible way.

All eyes are on Los Angeles for Super Bowl LVI, where the Los Angeles Rams and Cincinnati Bengals will compete for the coveted championship title. The NFL Los Angeles building, the league’s West Coast headquarters adjacent to the legendary SoFi Stadium, is a sports icon in its own right.

Interior design relies heavily on lighting, playing a critical role in the way a space not only looks, but the way it feels. Jude Kamal, founder of Sansa Interiors, embraces this notion when planning and designing new residential projects. She illuminates each project with a holistic approach, blending contemporary context with each space’s unique purpose. Inspired by monochromatic or neutral tones, she approaches each project with bold, focused innovation. 

Kamal illuminates residential spaces in the Toronto area with inspiration from natural design elements. While home and restaurant projects are her favorite, Kamal works with clients to create open, modern lighting designs in kitchens and other unique residential spaces.

When designing a plan for a new building or facility, building owners and facility managers should consider the power of lighting design and its long-term benefits. First impressions are key, especially when it comes to the perception of a new space. Over the years, LED lighting technology has paved the way for new and efficient lighting design techniques, enhancing the way people perceive buildings and interact with them.

LED lighting impacts more than the ambience of a commercial facility space. From laboratories to office buildings, using the right LED products can define the purpose of a workspace. Luminii’s commercial LED product portfolio features quality light fixtures delivering high CRI values and dimming capabilities that can mirror natural light. Our customizable lighting products also offer quality solutions to support efficiency and sustainability efforts.

Did you know that natural light provides amazing health benefits? Natural light can help ward off seasonal depression and improve sleep. Reaping the benefits of natural light when starting a new lighting design project can spark inspiration and bring a health-driven focus into new spaces. Playing with color when selecting interior design elements can also bring healthy benefits into new residential or commercial spaces. 

Most people desire natural light and true-to-nature color rendering in their workspaces. Luminii’s commercial product portfolio and residential product portfolio feature quality light fixtures delivering high CRI values and dimming capabilities to deliver on these demands.

Did you know that light affects our bodies on numerous levels? Over the years, humans have become so accustomed to low-quality artificial light, causing lots of confusion to the body’s internal clock. That’s why it’s so important to use the right lighting products in spaces where people spend significant amounts of time, such as offices, hotels, and residences. 

The rise in LED lighting throughout commercial and residential spaces impacts more than ambience; it affects the health and moods of people within these spaces, leading to big changes in today’s lighting trends. Luminii’s commercial product portfolio and residential product portfolio, for example, features quality light fixtures delivering high CRI values and dimming capabilities that can mirror natural light. Designing well-lit spaces promotes healthy moods and positive energy in a wide range of applications.

Ever wonder where the tradition of decorating with Christmas lights comes from? Tradition aside, this celebration of light during the holiday season can be an inspiration to all. They may even serve as a core memory for people who have been moved by light displays even before realizing they wanted to pursue the art of lighting design. Whether it’s for decorating large Christmas trees or covering iconic buildings, the origin of Christmas lights is certain to open your eyes.