Transform the mood and functionality of your space with cove and perimeter luminaires! Designed to enhance structural features, cove and perimeter lighting elevates the overall ambiance of a setting with smooth, even illumination. Read this blog to explore some options for your project!
In February, we showcased lighting fixtures inspired by Pantone’s Color of the Year, Mocha Mousse. Let’s explore stunning luminaires similar to the hue, helping you bring this year’s top color trend into your residential, hospitality, and commercial applications!
In January, we rang in the new year by celebrating the elegance and functionality of ring luminaires! Among the most versatile and stylish trends in lighting design, they’re a favorite for residential and commercial spaces. Let’s discover how they can enhance 2025 with style!
In December, we wrapped up the year with our final manufacturer spotlight of 2024! Let’s get to know them and explore their stories!
In November, we featured manufacturers with Quick Ship programs! Whether you’re tackling office lighting layouts, retail enhancements, or residential upgrades, Quick Ship has you covered. Let’s dive in to learn how you can simplify your next lighting project!
This month, we embraced the theme of “A New Twist on a Classic” by showcasing RLM Shade luminaires with classic charm and modern contemporary styles! Known for their functionality and timeless design, RLM Shades are the perfect fixture for a wide variety of applications. Let’s learn about some sophisticated and modern fixtures for your space!
This month, we featured in-grade fixtures ready to light up your area! In-grade lighting is discreet as they’re recessed and blend naturally into the ground. Let’s learn more about some great in-grades!
As August marks the return to school, we’re celebrating the Back-to-School season with a fun twist on the alphabet by spotlighting manufacturers whose names start with the letters A, B, C, and D—each offering luminaires perfectly suited for educational environments! Read this blog to discover innovative luminaires that will help create dynamic learning environments!
As we celebrate Independence Day as a nation every year, there’s no better way to honor American pride than by spotlighting four manufacturers that produce Buy American Act (BAA) compliant products! Let’s learn about some of the manufacturers we hand-picked!
As the official first day of summer is in June, there’s no better way to soak up the sun than to feature innovative solar fixtures that harness the power of natural light to brighten your spaces! Read our blog to discover cutting-edge examples of solar energy lighting products!
As summer approaches, catenaries will ensure your outdoor area remains inviting and enjoyable long after sunset! Catenary luminaires are lighting fixtures suspended or hung from overhead cables, often in outdoor or urban settings. Let’s delve into options to brighten up your space!
Having reliable parking solutions becomes essential as spring brings more activities and outdoor adventures. Garage and canopy products offer efficient lighting solutions for parking garages, carports, and other outdoor covered areas. Learn more about how these trusted industrial luminaires offer the best quality while ensuring user safety, security, and convenience!
AMA Lighting’s line card features a wide range of manufacturers, offering customers a plethora of options to choose from. This month, we hand-picked four fantastic manufacturers from our line card who deserve recognition as they deliver exceptional and innovative products. Discover why our chosen manufacturers are remarkable and unique!
February is considered the month of love and symbolizes gift-giving. Pendants are often considered the fourth layer of interior lighting and can be compared to charms from a necklace or bracelet that add the final touch to an outfit. Read to learn more about how exquisite pendant luminaires can resemble charms!
New technologies and designs emerge every year in the ever-evolving world of commercial lighting. This month, we explore some of the latest trends in lighting solutions for healthcare facilities, hospitality, and other settings.
Trees, those majestic guardians of the earth, stand as silent witnesses to the passing of time. Such a spectacle isn’t merely an artistic endeavor but a transformative experience that breathes new life into the nocturnal canvas of our world. You can fulfill your creative vision with these luminaires from our favorite manufacturers.
A vast array of lighting options available that can be shipped quickly can assist businesses in enhancing their lighting systems, minimizing downtime, and ultimately improving their profitability. This month, we focus on manufacturers that offer quick-ship service on some of the most frequently used products.
In correctional facilities, where the well-being of inmates and staff depends on various factors, ensuring the safety and security of occupants is of utmost importance. Fortunately, we have covered you with a lineup of manufacturers offering lighting solutions explicitly designed for correctional facilities’ unique needs.
As the sun sets and the day ends, the college or university campus can become a dark and dreary place. Decorative outdoor lighting provides a sense of safety and security to the students and faculty. This month, we feature a few of our favorite manufacturers who specialize in decorative outdoor lighting that is perfect for a college campus’!
Engaged in an exciting project and seeking functional products? In pursuit of excellence, we proudly present a handpicked selection of manufacturers we represent, each renowned for their commitment to quality and reliability.
The Buy American Act (BAA) is a law that helps to support American businesses and manufacturers. Here is a snapshot of our many partner manufacturers that are BAA compliant.
As students become more reliant on technology daily, schools must provide an optimal learning environment that enhances the educational experience. Studies have shown that LED lighting can improve concentration, cognitive function, and overall mood because it mimics natural daylight, which helps regulate the body’s circadian rhythm and improve sleep patterns, which leads to better academic performance and behavior. Here are some of our favorites that are not only functional but fun!
As coastal communities continue to grow and expand, we must take steps to protect the wildlife that calls these areas home. One issue that’s been gaining attention in recent years is the impact of lighting on sea turtles. These creatures are susceptible to light, and using bright or improperly placed lights can cause significant disruptions to their natural behaviors.
Not all luminaires are created equal. Poorly designed lighting fixtures are primarily responsible for light pollution that can affect our health, migratory patterns of wildlife, and the ability to see the stars in the sky. A wide variety of options are available from manufacturers regarding environmentally/dark sky compliant fixtures.
Professional and amateur athletes revel in their sport of choice, but safety always comes first through adequate protection and the right equipment to play the game. Similarly, the illumination must offer visual acuity for the players to perform at their peak when split-second strategic decisions are required.
We celebrate February, the month of love, with kisses and hugs, or “X” and “O” suspended lighting form factors from our lighting manufacturers.
The organization, whose color language supports color-conscious industries such as architectural and interior design, debuted its color pick of the year. Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2023 is Viva Magenta 18-750.
A quiet environment is a human need. Studies have shown that excessive noise can increase stress hormones that make us ill, distract us, and be isolating by hindering personal communication. This month, we’re featuring some of our favorite manufacturers that offer acoustic lighting solutions to help you control high noise levels and vibration. And these luminaires are beautiful – check out this selection below.
In the spirit of dressing up for the Halloween season, this month, we’re featuring some of our favorite manufacturers that can help you dress up your exterior buildings! Exterior lighting plays a critical role in the aesthetics and safety of commercial and industrial buildings. Explore some of our favorite exterior lighting solutions to help you dress up your next building exterior project below!
For over 100 years, lighting professionals have trusted Acuity Brands to help design the spaces where we live, learn, work, and play. Acuity has established itself as an innovative thought leader in the lighting industry and has curated a plethora of original self-serve tools and resources to give you everything you need to design with lighting. Explore some of our favorite Acuity Brands Designer Resources below!