Changing Direct/Indirect Orientation, Beams Create New Experiences OAKLAND, N.J. – June 2, 2020 – Amerlux, an award-winning design-and-manufacture lighting company, announced today that it has launched a series of innovative wall-mount luminaires that feature plenty of options to complete any interior space for architects and lighting designers. The Rook 350 Wall Mount solutions, which come [...]

The lighting design of an office can have a huge impact on people’s mood, cognitive function and overall health—all of which have a significant impact on their work productivity. But facilitating peak productivity among employees with the “right” light requires more than investing in an LED tunable white lighting system, which adjusts to our daily […]

Editor’s Note: This article originally appeared in Architectural Products magazine. See the original post here. Snowmass Village, a ski town located in the Rocky Mountains near Aspen, Colo., wanted to redevelop its town center with new buildings for a hotel, condos, town hall and an outdoor ice rink. The challenge? Built around a 35,000-sq.-ft. plaza, the town needed […]

Americans, on average, spend approximately 90 percent of their time indoors, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. A good portion of that time is at work—and reportedly in discomfort. A study by the American Society of Interior Design says 68 percent of employees complain about the lighting situation in their office. The Mayo Clinic […]

It’s important to get the light just right in an office to maximize productivity. Too little light, too much light or poor-quality light can all cause physical, emotional and cognitive health problems. Alternatively, a good-quality light has the opposite impact. Consider this: Researchers at the Interdepartmental Neuroscience program at Northwestern University in Chicago say that […]

The adoption of LED lights has surged in recent years because of an assortment of unparalleled benefits. They have a longer lifespan, use less energy, decrease energy and maintenance expenses, contain no mercury, offer better controls and comfort, and are significantly more environmentally friendly than they’re legacy counterparts, including many types of incandescent and halogen […]

San Francisco’s gleaming new arena, the Chase Center, features an array of posh luxury suites equipped with state-of-the-art LED lighting fixtures and capabilities. Over on the East Coast, Pier 17, a renowned cultural and entertainment hotspot in New York City, built a new green room space to support open-air concerts. There, LED track lights and […]

Research shows lighting impacts how customers perceive a store’s quality, space and character. It influences how much time they spend shopping, where they stroll, what items they look at, and how likely they’ll go from “just browsing” to buying. Most architects, designers and building owners are aware of lighting’s ability to influence. Still, many get […]

Picture this: You’re sick at the doctor’s office, in dire need of something to make you feel better—fast. But instead of giving you a prescription for medicine at the pharmacy, the doctor prescribes light. Yes, light. Increasing a patient’s exposure to light is fast becoming an effective, go-to therapy tool thanks to record advancements in […]

Lighting has always been critical for hotels and other hospitality settings. For example, it’s instrumental in showcasing unique artwork and architecture. It also can make a cold, dingy room look warm, cozy and inviting. But the importance of lighting for hospitality is starting to extend far beyond ambience and visual aesthetics. It’s now a major […]

Nurses work around the clock. However, the night shift does present several challenges for nurses beyond adjusting their sleep schedule, personal lives and consumption of caffeinated beverages. In fact, studies show that people who work when the sun goes down tend to have higher risks of cancer. While the link between cancer and working when […]

When it comes to setting a stage, few technologies make facilities and products shine like energy-efficient, high-performing LED lights and controls. This easily-to-customize, low-maintenance technology is helping retail, hospitality, office and commercial spaces of all sizes hit on various types of lighting, in turn drawing more occupants and increasing value and sales opportunities. In [...]

Americans spend a lot of time indoors. How much? About 90 percent, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. This lack of sunlight can contribute to disrupted sleep patterns and vitamin D deficiencies, among other health complications. Buildings also require vast resources and a lot of energy to construct and operate, hurting the environment. Fortunately, innovative […]

Free Webinar Approved for AIA CES Credits Set for 2/25 OAKLAND, N.J. – Feb. 24, 2020 – Amerlux, an award-winning design-and-manufacture lighting company, announced today that it will present a forward-thinking webinar about how light can improve employee productivity in the workplace. Amerlux’s free webinar series, “eLumenNation,” goes live tomorrow (2/25) at noon EDT with […]

Online Tool Helps Architects, Designers Save Angst OAKLAND, N.J. – Feb. 11, 2020 – Amerlux, an award-winning design-and-manufacture lighting company, announced today that it has launched an innovative website that will make project design light-years faster for architects and lighting designers. Amerlux has turned its new website into an invaluable tool that will save time, […]