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Lighting Design Principles

Light in Layers: How Spaces Gain Rhythm and Depth

Light in Layers: How Spaces Gain Rhythm and Depth

Layered light is an interior design technique using multiple light sources—ambient (general), task (focused), and accent (highlighting)—to create depth, functionality, and atmosphere, moving beyond flat, single-source lighting for a versatile, dynamic, and inviting space. It combines overhead, mid-level (lamps), and...

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Warm Light vs. Cool Light: How to Choose the Right Color Temperature for Every Room

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The Warm Light of Thanksgiving: Glow, Gathering, and Home

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Codes, Compliance & Project Reality

Stop Reading the Full Code: What GC‘s Actually Need to Care About

Stop Reading the Full Code: What GC‘s Actually Need to Care About

National Resources  These three sites cover most GC lighting code questions nationwide: ICC – Code Adoption Maps(Find which IECC version each state adopts):https://www.iccsafe.org/adoptions/ U.S. DOE – Building Energy Codes (Confirm adoption paths: IECC vs ASHRAE 90.1):https://www.energycodes.gov/state-portal California Energy Commission (CEC) –...

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Common Lighting Certifications in the U.S.

Common Lighting Certifications in the U.S.

A Practical Guide to Safety, Compliance, and What Really Matters When buying or specifying lighting products in the United States, certifications matter - but they are often misunderstood. Many people assume that certifications define the quality of a light fixture....

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Lighting Efficiency: Save Time, Save Money

Too Many Remotes? Why Smart Lighting Matters More Than You Think

Too Many Remotes? Why Smart Lighting Matters More Than You Think

If you have a “remote drawer” at home, you already understand the problem.One remote for the TV. One for the soundbar. One for the fan. Another for the LED strip. Another for the living room ceiling light. And somehow, the...

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How to Simplify Lighting Installation and Save money With 1-to-4 Wiring

How to Simplify Lighting Installation and Save money With 1-to-4 Wiring

Lighting installation is often one of the most time-consuming parts of a project—not because lighting is inherently complex, but because traditional wiring methods multiply work at every step.From routing power lines to installing and testing drivers, small inefficiencies quickly add...

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