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The Power of Light
“The social impact of lighting reminds me of why I love my job.” – Emad Hasan, TLP Associate. The Power of Light is seen throughout Philadelphia. On November 13, 2015 tragedy struck Paris, France, bringing about a public cry for action and solidarity. Individuals and countries around the world felt the need to do something, anything…
Helen K. Diemer is a 2015 Circle of Excellence Awards Finalist
The Lighting Practice is excited to share that our President, Helen K. Diemer, FIALD, LEED AP, was nominated and has been selected as a finalist for SmartCEO’s Philadelphia Circle of Excellence Awards in the category of Minority Owned Businesses. The Circle of Excellence Awards program recognizes the region’s most accomplished CEOs for business excellence in…
CWRU Milton & Tamar Maltz Performing Arts Center: Design, Restore, Illuminate
September 27 marked the opening of the newly renovated Case Western Reserve University’s Milton and Tamar Maltz Performing Arts Center. The design team, led by MGA Partners, transformed the historically landmarked Temple-Tifereth Israel in Cleveland into the university’s performing arts center. The Lighting Practice accented the former Synagogue’s unique architectural interior and exterior features using…
Nemours Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children Provides a Welcoming Glow
We are proud to have been a member of the design team responsible for the new patient care building at Nemours Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children. The new building, an expansion of the original hospital, will provide a dramatic new experience for patients and visitors of the children’s hospital. The design team, led by…
Brickstone Realty Lights up Lits!
On Monday, September 21, 2015, Brickstone Realty joined by Councilman Mark Squilla hosted a gathering to reveal the historic Lit Brothers Building‘s new facade lighting. The Lighting Practice designed a dynamic light show to feature the new LED lighting system’s capability. The show cycles through several transitions including a vibrant purple followed by yellow and…
Illuminating Market East: The Lit Brothers Building
The Lit Brothers Building is the only complete block of Victorian commercial architecture in the city of Philadelphia and is part of the National Register of Historic Places. The Lighting Practice was tasked with highlighting the facade and other historical features, specifically the classical arch windows. TLP’s design embraces the elegance of the architecture and…
East Passyunk Avenue Gateway Unveiled
The much anticipated East Passyunk Avenue Gateway, located in South Philadelphia, was officially revealed Thursday, September 10. Passyunk Avenue Revitalization Corporation wanted to create a visual landmark that would announce to visitors that they had arrived. The goal to create a memorable landmark was realized thanks to the collaboration between The Lighting Practice, Studio Bryan…
Michael Barber Speaking at NeoCon East in Philadelphia
Michael Barber will be presenting at NeoCon East in Philadelphia. NeoCon East Philadelphia October 28 – 29 Pennsylvania Convention Center 1101 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA ILLUMINATING THE MODERN OFFICE ENVIRONMENT Thursday, October 29, 2015 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Michael Barber, Principal of The Lighting Practice, will discuss the importance of integrating corporate interiors and…
Grand Rapids Downtown Market featured in Architectural Record
The Grand Rapids Downtown Market is a mixed-use facility that incorporates all aspects of local food production, from growth in the large greenhouses on the second floor to distribution in the “open air” market, and education about local produce in public test kitchens. The Lighting Practice teamed with architect Hugh Boyd to develop the lighting…