Companies first ventured into digital building technologies to save energy (and streamline operations and maintenance costs), namely through LED lighting, HVAC-system upgrades, or a combination of both as part of larger building management systems. While energy efficiency is still one of the main drivers for investing in connected building technologies, a new survey Challenges of Implementing Connected Building Projects by technology research firm IDC indicates that adding intelligence to a building is another strong priority.
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The Impact of Lighting on Healthcare Staff's Well-Being
Part 3 of a roundtable discussion featuring Tommy Nichols - Business Development Director - Healthcare at Acuity Brands. Originally featured in Healthcare Facilities Today.
Lighting a Path: How Lights Help with Wayfinding
Part 2 of a roundtable discussion featuring Tommy Nichols - Business Development Director - Healthcare. Originally featured in Healthcare Facilities Today.
The Role of Lighting in Patient Well-Being and Recovery
Roundtable Discussion featuring Tommy Nichols - Business Development Director - Healthcare at Acuity Brands. Originally featured in Healthcare Facilities Today - interview by Jeff Wardon, Jr.
Nightingale Envisions Lighting that Enables a More Comforting and Reassuring Patient Experience
New brand of innovative, patient-centric lighting solutions from Acuity Brands that focuses on the patient experience while balancing the functional needs of professional caregivers.
Discreet Architectural Lighting Keeps Visitors Guessing in Indiana Home
The homeowners wanted to emphasize the craftsmanship of the architectural focal points throughout their new house but not detract from the striking design.
The Benefits of DC-Powered Lighting Solutions
As military bases and government facilities advance renewable energy initiatives, DC-powered LED luminaire technologies can provide reliable lighting and controls.
Specifying Sustainable Luminaires: The Good, the Not-So-Bad, the TBD
Discussion on where we currently reside and where we are heading as an industry on our journey to reduce the environmental impact of the luminaires we design, specify and apply.
AI: A Beacon of Creative Exploration
Josh Miller, Senior Manager of Strategic Visualization at Acuity Brands, shares insights on how AI is driving innovation and creative exploration within our industry.
How to light ambulatory care facilities: Tips for patient comfort and physician accuracy
Effective lighting in healthcare environments provides greater benefits than simple illumination.
Transforming Your Downlighting Experience
Discover how Gotham® can bring your vision to life by learning how our evolving brand will deliver high quality experiences, thanks to better lighting.
Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers Lights It Up!
The restaurant chain chooses lighting that highlights their fun, in-house dining experience and supports several unique, custom locations.
Introducing the Care Collection: Curated Lighting for the Unique Needs of Healthcare Facilities
Enables the simple selection and specification of products that can address the unique needs of healthcare facilities.
Remember ‘Lighting Quality’ When Designing Efficiency Driven, Retrofit Projects
By: George McIntyre Energy Solutions Manager Acuity Brands
North Star Elementary School Uses Lighting to Blend Natural Elements with Urban Location for Innovative Design
This state-of-the-art elementary school's primary aim is to foster a bright future through its innovative design.
Elegant Downlighting Elevates Fine Dining Experience at Iconic Italian Restaurant
The KGM design team selected luminaires from the Aculux® AX3 series for ambient illumination throughout the restaurant.
Eleven Lighting Solutions from Acuity Brands Receive 2023 Product Innovation Awards from Architectural Products Magazine
Aculux®, A-Light™, Eureka®, Juno®, Mark Architectural Lighting™, and Peerless® brands were selected as 2023 Product Innovation Award (PIA) winners.
Lighting Controls Association TV: nLight rPOD Micro Switch by Acuity Brands
Interview with Mark Lane, Director of Product Management, nLight
Acuity Brands Expands Horticulture Product Offering
Acuity Brands has reached an agreement to acquire the Arize® family of horticulture lighting products from Current Lighting Solutions.
Roe with Controls - Answering Everyday Questions on Lighting Controls
Each month Steve discusses a different topic that impacts the lighting and lighting controls industry.
Twelve Lighting Solutions from Acuity Brands Receive 2023 Product Innovation Awards from Architectural SSL Magazine
The PIAs recognize innovative LED and solid-state luminaires and fixtures on the market, while also spotlighting the players behind the components that make up these light sources.