Last year, Enlighten completed a project that was able to integrate modern wireless lighting controls into a campus of historic, high-rise buildings, all constructed almost 100 years ago. The project required Enlighten to create a solution that would provide modern functionality but integrate with the historic decor and limitations of the existing building. Furthermore, aRead more
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The city of Detroit has a rich Art Deco architectural history. From the Guardian Building to the Fisher Building, many of its high rises are world famous. Open at the onset of the Great Depression, the Kean building was capstone in a prolific run of Art Deco structures constructed in the City throughout the 1920’s. Read more
Often the library is one of the key gathering points in a town. This project addressed the chronically poor illumination of a lighting system at an otherwise beautiful municipal library. The project took significant technical expertise to redesign a new system in order to ensure both proper functional lighting and aesthetic illumination of the handsomeRead more
With the re-urbanization trend of the last few decades, many downtown neglected buildings are now being re-vitalized. In the multi-family world, renovation is often the foundation for a rent-growth and/or disposition strategy. This case study follows the process and outcome of designing and implementing a new LED lighting system as part of the renovation effortRead more
Enlighten hopes this LED Mini Series has been helpful in building your LED lighting knowledge and better preparing you to pursue an LED project for your business. This LED Education Mini-Series has touched on the below topics. To view other installments in these series as well as more topics on lighting, check out theRead more
Thus far, we covered several LED-project topics ranging from how to calculate the energy savings to aspects of utility rebate programs. This installment will highlight a few other key areas on which to be aware. As with the rest of this Mini Series, Enlighten does not recommend using the knowledge gained in this Mini SeriesRead more
We recently posted a video and case study of an automotive dealership with an advanced control system (see Case Study link below). In addition to converting all of the exterior fixtures to LED, the project involved re-designing the existing lighting system: reducing fixture counts and wattages in some areas and adding them in others. RearRead more
Enlighten is a full-service lighting supplier, installer, and consultant. The below link provides a guide that details Enlighten services, lighting systems, and luminaires. In addition to the architectural items highlighted in this brochure, Enlighten carries standard lamps, retrofit kits, and controls. For further information on Enlighten products and services, contact info@enlightensolns.com. Product + Service GuideRead more
Last Fall, we posted a case study of an auto dealership project with an advanced control system (see Case Study link below). The project involved implementing a new lighting and wireless control system with motion based dimming. Groups of lights dim when the area is unoccupied and brighten when a vehicle or pedestrian enters. Read more
With the re-urbanization trend of the last decade, many downtown neglected buildings are now being renewed. In the multi-family world, renovation is often the foundation for a rent-growth and/or disposition strategy. It’s quite remarkable what can be done with new paint, finishes, and lights. The case study in the link below follows the process andRead more