Prize(s) Honorable Mentions
Lighting Design/Product Company NEAL Lighting
Lead Designers Garrett Neal
Other Designer's names Nathan Irick
Architecture Company 906 Studio Architects
Interior Design Company Indidesign
Photo Credits Nathan Irick, Taggart Sorenson
Completion Date November, 2022
Project Location Franklin, Tennessee
Entry DescriptionLocated in the lush rolling hills of historic Franklin, Tennessee, this country retreat offers its guests an opportunity to be transported to a simpler time. A vast expanse of 325 acres including farmland and orchards surround this extraordinary resort. The boutique hotel has 62 beautifully appointed suites and 16 cottages allowing guests to directly connect with nature.
The overarching principle guiding the lighting design was restraint. Which was critical in order to create a unique sense of place and timeless authenticity. It also ensured the lighting and associated controls were within budget.
With that principle in mind, the primary goal of the lighting design was to tailor plans and specifications to address the many and varied uses of such a sprawling resort.
Additional lighting design goals included the combination of discrete architectural lighting details in conjunction with decorative light fixtures located throughout the interior of the hotel and spa. The strategic use of layers of light were implemented to create subtle contrasts enhancing the relationship between these intrinsically connected spaces. To that end even illumination from the fireplaces were considered as essential elements of the overall lighting design. The intent was not to over light while still providing required illumination at key task and circulation areas.
Sustainability ApproachLED light sources were exclusively used through out this sprawling property to achieve baseline energy savings. Minimum light levels were carefully considered to create an authentic feel for this timeless country resort. Respecting the night sky while still creating subtle contrasts at key landscape architectural elements was crucial in achieving this concept. This design concept lead to additional energy savings over a more typical design approach. A programmable preset dimming system was tailored to provide flexibility to the multi-function areas. The control system including ensure appropriate light levels at the public areas and savings. Motion sensors along with programmable daylight sensors provide additional energy savings.
