The most talked-about trend in residential and commercial lighting design for 2026 is discreet linear lighting — what designers now call “glow lines” or “hidden glow architecture”. LED coves, shelf ...

Why digitizing lighting is important. How PoE-based lighting will improve smart buildings. Designers of smart homes, offices, and factories constantly seek new ways to improve the efficiency of the ...

Lighting is crucial in designing and operating a healthy building because it can directly impact our health and well-being. On average, we spend about 90% of our time indoors — separated from the ...

For decades, fluorescent lighting was the standard in most commercial buildings. But over the last decade, digital LED fixtures and control options have transformed the lighting landscape. Intelligent ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jamie Gold writes about wellness design and related housing topics. This article is more than 2 years old. First floor living ...

The definition of light power density. Today's lighting requirements for buildings. How to calculate LPD. Essentially, light power density (LPD) equates to all of the power consumed by light fixtures, ...

Samantha is an editor who covers all topics home-related including home improvement and repair. She edited home repair and design content at websites like The Spruce and HomeAdvisor. She also has ...

Dimensions, textures and colors are not the only factors to consider when designing a space. Choosing the right lighting also rises as a key strategy to create a project’s atmosphere. Appropriate ...

The rise in cooling demand will likely continue as the planet warms,” states Climate Central’s website, “and schools will ...

Lighting is arguably the most overlooked element of design. It shapes mood, defines texture, and brings colors to life. Get it wrong, and even the most beautiful space can feel flat or off-kilter; get ...

After meeting in Italy, Nanni and I reconnected virtually. While en route to Granada, Spain, where he is developing a new lighting scheme for the Alhambra, Nanni spoke with me to discuss his career ...