Seattle native James Neufeld passed away unexpectedly on April 26. He grew up in the business, working at his father’s lighting store (Pacific Northwest Lighting) from a young age. In…
HERA Lighting Adds Territory, Promotes Daniel Shaver
Norcross, Ga.-based cabinet, furniture, and display lighting company Hera has established a new South Central sales region and appointed Daniel Shaver to Outside Sales Manager to handle that territory. Shaver…
Crystorama Inks Deal With Libby Langdon
Westbury, N.Y.-based lighting manufacturer Crystorama has announced a licensing partnership with interior designer Libby Langdon that will include multiple collections reflecting Langdon’s updated traditional design aesthetic. Launched in spring 2014,…
2014 Spring Residential Wall Sconce Collection
Most successful interior designers believe wall sconces are under-utilized in a home. Not only do these wall-mounted fixtures maintain a room’s uncluttered look by not taking up valuable floor space,…
What to Know About the Phase-Outs for Certain Types of Incandescent Bulbs
Despite all of the publicity regarding certain wattages of incandescent light bulbs being discontinued, consumers are still unsure of how to choose replacement bulbs that can offer the same (or…
Global Lighting Trends: Global Lighting Market Heats Up
A panel discussion featuring top executives from some of the industry’s most influential leaders in the commercial and architectural sectors detailed the progression of the solid state lighting (SSL) industry,…
Spring 2014 Wall Sconce Collection
Want to brighten up a small room? Installing wall sconces is a proven method for providing ample illumination when space is at a premium. Best of all, sconces are now…
Big Sandy’s Superstore: Big Change
When executives at the family-run Big Sandy furniture store chain wanted to reduce energy costs, a store-wide retrofit of LED lighting fixtures was just the beginning of the benefits. In…
LEDucation: The Great Eight
The recent edition of LEDucation in New York City proves there remains an insatiable thirst for LED knowledge among lighting specifiers, architects, and other design professionals. This year the annual…
How To Build Loyalty In A Lighting Showroom
Everyone wants new business, but some lighting showrooms have discovered that paying special attention to their loyal customers can yield even better dividends. Developing compelling reasons for repeat customers to…
