Volunteer Day 2024 – Habitat for Humanity of the San Juans

As part of our Sustaining Communities program, Luminosity recently volunteered with the Habitat for Humanity of the San Juans.  The project was a new residence built for a local veteran.  We enjoyed working on the interior doors + painting for the residence.  The best part is they were able to move in before Thanksgiving.

Fall Transformation l Ever Wonder Why?

The team at Luminosity recently completed a photoshoot taking advantage of the coloring of fall foliage.  Telluride, Colorado is known for its gorgeous fall colors, but have you ever stopped to think about what causes this inspiring natural occurrence?  Read more to see why the leaves transform during this dazzling time of year.

Bioluminescence

Light is necessary in our everyday lives, but humans aren’t the only ones who rely on illuminance. Bioluminescence is a process through which certain animals or organisms produce light.  The reasoning for this light production varies between species.  Still, whether to attract prey, confuse predators, or attract a mate, bioluminescence is essential for the survival… Continue reading Bioluminescence

Artificial Light and Alzheimer’s Disease

Light is an important regulator for our body’s internal clock, also known as circadian rhythm. When we don’t have adequate exposure to natural light it can have profound negative effects on our mental and physical health. Similarly, excessive amounts of light pollution can negatively impact our well-being.  Now research is being completed to see the… Continue reading Artificial Light and Alzheimer’s Disease

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IALD Rocky Mountain – 8th Annual Mountain Getaway

International Association of Lighting Designers (IALD) would like to invite you to the 8th Annual Mountain Getaway in Breckenridge, CO on January 27th, 2023.  Luminosity’s team helps organize the event each year. The IALD will have two options offered this year: skiing/snowboarding; or a snowshoe and spa option for those that want to relax. As always, there… Continue reading IALD Rocky Mountain – 8th Annual Mountain Getaway

Architectural Digest

Nestled into the mountain landscape, see how Hilary Swank’s and Philip Schneider’s vision came to life (AD Article). Luminosity collaborated with One Architects and Mark Zeff on the project.

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Impact at Home

Lighting can drastically impact a space, and having good lighting in your home can improve your health and well-being.  In his blog, Joshua Smith explains a few simple ways to improve and control the light in your home so you and your family can enjoy and feel good in your space.

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James Turrell Skyscape

Come join us at the new James Turrell Skyscape on Saturday evening, August 27th, 2022.  IALD Rocky Mountain is hosting the event in Green Mountain Falls, CO.  Luminosity is excited to cosponsor this unique event.  To attend, please register here. Photo: Parker Seibold

Magic of the Northern Lights

The aurora borealis are an awe-inspiring natural lighting phenomenon.  Although these lights provide a serene experience for viewers on Earth, the process in which they are formed is quite complex and brutal. Luminosity Principal Craig Spring traveled to the Northern tip of Sweden (Abisko National Park) to explore what the northern lights are all about… Continue reading Magic of the Northern Lights

2021 Lights in Alingsas

On October 1st, Lights in Alingsås officially opened, with six exterior lighting installations. The event runs through November 7th, so hopefully, you will be able to experience it in person. Luminosity Principal Craig Spring collaborated with an excellent team of eleven passionate students. Their site is located at the heart of Alingsås, known as Lilla… Continue reading 2021 Lights in Alingsas

Together

Now in its twenty-second year, Lights in Alingsås is excited to come “Together” once again.  Teams led by lighting designers selected from around the world will transform six unique exterior/architectural sites in Alingsås, Sweden, with light.  Luminosity Principal, Craig Spring, is honored to lead one of the teams, to redefine Lilla Torget-bron, collaborating with a… Continue reading Together

Denver Design Week – The Emotional & Transformative Power of Light in the Built Environment

Join Craig Spring + Alexis Cassidy from Luminosity, and other local members of the International Association of Lighting Designers (IALD), in discussing “The Emotional & Transformative Power of Light in the Built Environment.” Elevate the language of light on your projects and understand the power of light on humans in the built environment – from health,… Continue reading Denver Design Week – The Emotional & Transformative Power of Light in the Built Environment

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International Day of Light

Today, May 16th is The International Day of Light. A global initiative that provides an annual focal point for the continued appreciation of light and the role it plays in science, culture, art, education, and sustainable development, and in fields as diverse as medicine, communications, and energy.

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Lights in Alingsås

On March 27th, 2020, Lights in Alingsås introduced the lighting designers selected to lead six teams that will bring Lights in Alingsas to life, September 25th – November 1st, 2020. Luminosity’s Principal, Craig Spring, was honored to be selected and lead one of the six teams. Now in its twenty-first year, the event typically kicks-off… Continue reading Lights in Alingsås

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IALD Rocky Mountain – 6th Annual Ski Event / Keynote Speaker

As co-coordinator for the International Association of Lighting Designers (IALD) for the Rocky Mountain region, Luminosity would like to invite you to the 6th Annual Ski Event in Breckenridge, CO on January 24th, 2020.  We will kick off the weekend with a keynote speaker (Alfred Borden, FIALD, CLD) presentation and dinner on January 23rd, 2020 at… Continue reading IALD Rocky Mountain – 6th Annual Ski Event / Keynote Speaker

Historic Mercantile Hotel

On February 28th, 2019, the Mercantile Hotel held its ribbon cutting to officially open the Missoula, MT hotel. Luminosity enjoyed working with JNS (architect + interiors), HomeBase Partners, and Marriott on this historic project. Click the image below to see images of the project.

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IALD Rocky Mountain – 5th Annual Ski Event

As co-coordinator for the International Association of Lighting Designers (IALD) for the Rocky Mountain region, Luminosity would like to invite you to the 5th Annual Ski Event in Breckenridge, CO on January 25th, 2019. For more information, click here for further details.

IALD Rocky Mountain – Kirkland Museum + Rockies Baseball – Denver

As co-coordinator for the International Association of Lighting Designers (IALD) for the Rocky Mountain region, Luminosity would like to invite you to the IALD Rocky Mountain Chapter special museum-focused event and summer gathering, Saturday, August 25 at 2:30 PM, at the Kirkland Museum in Denver, CO, featuring Steve Hefferan, IALD, of Hefferan Partnership Lighting Design.  Steve will discuss… Continue reading IALD Rocky Mountain – Kirkland Museum + Rockies Baseball – Denver

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Lighting Magazine’s 40under40 Global

On May 5th, 2018, Lighting Magazine recognized the top 40under40 in lighting design globally at the London Hilton Park Lane.  From 12 countries and over 350 nominations,  Luminosity’s Principal, Craig Spring, was honored to be selected.  James Carpenter was the keynote speaker for the event. Craig was interviewed before the event, which was highlighted during… Continue reading Lighting Magazine’s 40under40 Global

Lighting Magazine’s 40under40 North America

March 12th, 2018, New York City, NY, Lighting Magazine will recognize the top 40under40 in lighting design for North America.  Luminosity’s Principal, Craig Spring,  is honored and humbled to have received the award. To view the entire 40under40 list, click here.

IALD Rocky Mountain – 4th Annual Ski Event

As co-coordinator for the International Association of Lighting Designers (IALD) for the Rocky Mountain region, Luminosity would like to invite you to the 4th Annual Ski Event in Breckenridge, CO on January 26th, 2018. For more information, click here for further details.

Enlighten Americas Conference – Denver

IALD host Enlighten Americas Conference in Denver, CO this week (Oct 11-14, 2017).  The Rocky Mountain IALD Chapter will hosted the opening event Lights + Flights – A Walking Tour.  Luminosity Principal Craig Spring was one of the tour guides. The conference covered a range of topics from health related topics on Circadian Rhythm, controls… Continue reading Enlighten Americas Conference – Denver

IALD Enlighten Americas – Denver

IALD will host Enlighten Americas Conference in Denver, CO this week (Oct 11-14, 2017).  The Rocky Mountain IALD Chapter will host the opening event Lights + Flights – A Walking Tour of Denver, so please join us Wednesday evening.  Luminosity Principal Craig Spring will be one of the tour guides.

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Award Winners Revealed

The Australian War Memorial in Canberra, Australia that Luminosity’s Principal, Craig Spring helped orchestrate, was awarded The Architectural Outdoor Lighting Lamps Award from the seventh Lamp Lighting Solutions Awards held in Barcelona, Spain on June 15th, 2017. For award details, please click here and here.

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IALD Rocky Mountain – Light Artist – Denver

IALD Rocky Mountain invites you to enjoy an evening presentation with drinks, apps, and a buffet dinner. Presentation will be by world-renowned artist Rafael Lozano-Hemmer at the Denver’s historic Union Station.  Lozano-Hemmer will be presenting his interactive installations that are at the intersection of architecture and performance art.

IALD Rocky Mountain – Light Artist – Salt Lake City

IALD Rocky Mountain and the University of Utah Department of Art & Art History invite you to a presentation by world-renowned light artist Rafael Lozano-Hemmer at Salt Lake City’s Utah Museum of Fine Arts (UMFA). Lozano-Hemmer will be presenting his interactive installations that are at the intersection of architecture and performance art. Click here for the full presentation from… Continue reading IALD Rocky Mountain – Light Artist – Salt Lake City

IALD Rocky Mountain – 3rd Annual Ski Event

As co-coordinator for the International Association of Lighting Designers (IALD) for the Rocky Mountain region, Luminosity would like to invite you to the 3rd Annual Ski Event in Breckenridge, CO on February 3rd, 2017. For more information, click here for further details.

IALD Enlighten + Leadership Workshop – Czech Republic

IALD held their Enlighten Europe Conference in Prague, Czech Republic this past week (Nov 13-15, 2016).  Luminosity Principal Craig Spring attended the IALD Leadership Workshop preceding Enlighten, and then enjoyed the three day conference.

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Light in the Landscape

Luminosity is excited to host Light in the Landscape, a photography exhibition.  Please join us on July 20th, 2016, from 4-7 pm. Light in the Landscape focuses on the gradation of light, and how it transforms the landscape.  From true alpenglow before dawn nearly indiscernible, to intense sunlight cascading through multiple layers of fog, artist Craig Spring captures… Continue reading Light in the Landscape