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The Ultimate Guide to Fire Rated Down Lights
Traditional downlights have been a mainstay in installations for their sleek design and solid functionality; however, underneath their polished appearance lies a significant flaw: a compromise in fire safety. These fixtures are prone to rapid heating, posing risks to insulation and nearby flammable materials. More importantly, their installation techniques can jeopardize ceiling integrity, creating pathways for fire to spread unintendedly. This is where the innovation of fire rated recessed lights comes into play.
Chatham Bridge to be lit up every night of the year
Chatham's Third Street Bridge has transformed into a nightly spectacle, thanks to the recent installation of vibrant LED lighting. As part of a $14 million bridge rehabilitation project, the lights, powered by Magic Lite's RGB eStrip and DMX controllers, offer a dynamic display of colors.
Lighting: Improving Wellness and Productivity at Home
Lighting plays a key role in how to work at home productively and also transition psychologically between our professional and personal lives. Here we explore how to create a human-centered lighting system for your home.
Applying the art to architectural outdoor lighting
How can buildings inspire a sense of community and culture even by night? Ellen Godson, LC, IES, explains how the latest lighting trends are creating a sense of architainment 24/7.
How to use lighting to make your backyard an oasis
Investment in outdoor spaces is booming across the nation. How do you ensure you get the most enjoyment of your space? Lighting design consultant, Ellen Godson LC, IES shares how lighting can help optimize an outdoor space.
Bright Ideas in Exterior Lighting
How about some exterior lighting inspiration? Click through to see three innovative and interesting examples of lighting being used to create interest and enhance outdoor spaces.
LightFair Connect Conference – Recap & Takeaways
The LightFair Connect conference took place entirely online this year thanks to COVID – but did not disappoint. As always, it was interesting to hear what’s new and noteworthy in the lighting world. Click through to read our take on three of the topics we found particularly relevant.
Outdoor lighting for pedestrian safety and enjoyment
Thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces are more important than they’ve ever been – and lighting can play a major role in creating them. Here are our key takeaways from a recent webinar on the topic hosted by Metropolis Magazine - plus our ‘NSL take' on them.
3 reasons why small = mighty when it comes to lighting manufacturers
There is an abundance of choice when it comes to choosing a lighting manufacturer – and bigger doesn’t always equal better. Click through to discover three unique benefits of working with one of the ‘little guys’.