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Technology

Bright sparks

Some companies prioritize lighting, and for good reason. Effective lighting improves aesthetics, mood, and health.

  • Issue #158
  • 11 min read
Modern office interior with coffee bar, white bar stools, circular ceiling lights, and curved white seating area
Urbanism

Light in the darkness

Europe's energy crisis sparks debate between fossil fuel retreat and renewable acceleration, as mayors from Prague to Helsinki demonstrate how thoughtful urban planning can illuminate sustainable pathways forward.

  • Issue #158
  • 4 min read
Person working at desk with laptop during late hours, with warm lighting and air conditioning visible
Culture

Front and centre

The spotlights used in many a film classic were made by a family-run company in a tiny Bavarian town. We meet the German engineers bringing a warm glow to Hollywood.

  • Issue #124
  • 5 min read
Close-up of an Arri D5 cinema lighting fixture showing its internal light source and reflective components.
Design

The lowdown

In a world that’s now too brightly and badly lit, we look to industry luminaries who fully understand the positive impact of subtle lighting.

  • Issue #119
  • 12 min read
Rows of glowing spherical pendant lights in blue-to-white and pink-to-white gradients mounted on metal rails.

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