Lighting Design Trends: Discreet Fixtures, Hospitality, and Sustainability
The May-June edition of The Architect’s Newspaper highlights expert opinions from various lighting firms, including TM Lighting and HOK, on emerging lighting trends. A notable move towards minimalist styles is observed, emphasizing discreet fixtures for a cohesive lighting atmosphere. Warmer lighting options, reminiscent of hospitality environments, are increasingly being adopted in spaces such as airports and offices, reflecting a desire for comfort post-COVID. Additionally, innovations like HLB's versatile plug-and-play systems for labs are featured, while L’Observatoire International showcases eco-friendly designs at the Flatiron Building. Energy efficiency remains a pressing concern, aligning with sustainability standards like LEED.
Key facts
- The Architect’s Newspaper May/June issue covers lighting design trends.
- Discreet fixtures are trending due to architectural minimalism.
- Hospitality-style lighting is used in locker rooms, airports, retail, and offices.
- Color temperatures are dropping to 1800K for linear-tape light.
- HLB designs flexible plug-and-play systems for automated labs.
- L’Observatoire International illuminated the Flatiron Building with shielded fixtures.
- Sustainability benchmarks include LEED, Living Building Challenge, and AIA 2030 Challenge.
- Circadian lighting is viewed skeptically as a gimmick by designers.
Entities
Artists
- B. Alex Miller
- Alina Ainza
- Christine Vandover
- Paola Pietrantoni
- Carrie Hawley
- Hervé Descottes
- Bien Jacinto
- Diana Budds
Institutions
- The Architect’s Newspaper
- TM Lighting
- HOK
- HLB Lighting Design
- Studio Atomic
- L’Observatoire International
- Loop Lighting
- Flatiron Building
- LEED
- Living Building Challenge
- AIA 2030 Challenge
- American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
Locations
- Brooklyn
- New York