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January 9, 2025 47 mins

Curious about how modern lighting design blends technological advancements with historical elements? Discover how the St. Louis Arch's evolving lighting designs tell a story of innovation and tradition in our latest episode.

Avi Mor and Lisa Reed celebrate nearing 500 followers of the Lighting Matters podcast, and reflect on our unexpected path. Tune in to hear personal stories and insights from significant presentations, such as the presentation given at the ASLA National Conference. As we dig into the evolution of lighting technology, we spotlight fascinating projects like the 25-year history of lighting upgrades to the St. Louis Arch, and the transformation of the Chicago Post Office with LED upgrades. We also discuss the essential role of collaborative advocacy in the industry. Your feedback is invaluable, and we invite you to share your thoughts on LinkedIn, join the conversation, and help us shine a light on the dynamic world of lighting design.

In This Episode: 

  • (00:00) Lighting Matters podcast - reflecting on the journey, presentations at 2024 conferences, the St. Louis Gateway Arch, and technological advancements through the years
  • (13:54) DALI vs. Ecosystem, DALI lighting control standard's benefits, cost-effectiveness, and evolution in the industry, discussed at the recent summit for broader adoption
  • (18:10) Language and terminology updates & clarification
  • (23:58) Standardized certification for lighting products, DMX vs DALI 2, third-party certification, common issues, ease of installation, scheduling challenges
  • (41:07) Integration of LED lighting control, evolution of lighting technology from metal halide to LED, maintaining design aesthetic in iconic buildings, and advocating for recognition of lighting designers
  • (46:37) Lighting Advocacy and Collaboration - Lisa and Avi discuss advocating for each other, the value of feedback, and gratitude for listeners.
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About the show: 

Lighting Matters is hosted by Lisa Reed and Avi Mor. In each episode, we’ll dig deep into the meticulous process of creating lighting design for architecture, showcasing industry leaders who balance artistic creativity with technical precision, and listen as they share their successes and challenges in architectural lighting design.

Resources:

ASLA Conference

IALD Enlighten America Conference

DALI North America Summit

Lighting Matters Podcast Linkedin  https://www.linkedin.com/company/lighting-matters-podcast/

Lighting Matters Podcast YouTube Channel

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