Universal Light is a celebration of light in all its diversity. It is a reflection on the changing nature of the lighting industry, that we embark on this journey to spark new conversations around emerging technologies and trends.
A journey in time and light
The 20th century saw significant changes in the way we light spaces. From incandescent to LED, countless opportunities are now readily available through the innovative progressions which have transpired through light.
Finding harmony in design, art and light
In recent years, there has been a distinct shift in the landscape of hotel design with greater ambition in form and more courage in execution at its heart. Carr is at the forefront of this evolution, frequently challenging perceptions, driving for change and designing for the future.
Dark times for our starry skies
The International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) is an organisation that is working to help stop light pollution and protect the night skies. By having so much artificial light pollute the night sky, energy and money are wasted, wildlife is disrupted, and it has negative implications for human health. In essence, the IDA works to protect the
The changing nature of specification
It is a new and increasingly digital world out there for the design and construction industry. In recent years we have seen the rapid adoption and maturation of technologies that only recently seemed in their infancy.
A human centric lighting vision
Light affects us in different ways; physically, emotionally and biologically. To society, light is imperative and acts as the most powerful regulator of the human day/night rhythm. In the simplest terms, light tells the body to be awake and alert during the daytime which allows us to experience the world around us.
A new application of horticultural lighting
Horticulture is the science and art of growing plants and plant cultivars. The word horticulture originates from two Latin words; hortus (which means “garden”) and cultura (which means “cultivation”). Horticulture aims to improve qualities such as growth speed, yield, quality and nutritional value.
Food for thought
Lighting design for hospitality projects is a demanding and convoluted task. Each space needs to appear visually interesting and intriguing while possessing a seamless integration of elements and materials that need to create an attractive whole.
Creating better places for learning with light
Ongoing research is discovering that balanced lighting systems in classrooms are vital for the learning of students and that one of the best ways to reduce melatonin levels (the hormone that induces sleep) is with the right type of light. Recent studies found that fewer mistakes are made, concentration is improved and a curb in
There’s no place like home
Gone are the days of incandescent light bulbs and limited possibilities for your lighting choices. It’s 2018 and with the rapid movement of technology in addition to evolving, innovative design, luminaires come in all shapes and sizes to appropriately compliment and create moods for various architectural applications.