Prize(s) Winners in Residential Lighting Design
Lighting Design/Product Company NEAL Lighting
Lead Designers Garrett Neal
Architecture Company Mark Singer Architects
Interior Design Company Michael Fullen Design Group
Photo Credits Nathan Irick
Completion Date October, 2020
Project Location Corona Del Mar, California
Entry DescriptionPrimary lighting design goals included tailoring plans and specifications to be integrated into the distinctive architecture while enhancing the relationship between the indoor and outdoor spaces. Additional lighting design goals included illumination of the board form concrete walls to enhance the texture and provide dramatic reflection in the adjacent water features that extend from exterior through the home. Cove and graze lighting details were used in almost every room. Small aperture, adjustable recessed down lights provide general illumination. Special care was necessary during the rough-in stage to ensure all down light trims were centered into each plank of the wood ceilings. Low wall plate heights presented challenges to achieve the required depth for typical cove lighting details, so alternate materials were used to minimize framing thickness to achieve the required depth.
Unfortunately the architect passed away prior to the start of construction, which presented many challenges due to a lack of documentation. As the lighting designers we had to go above and beyond our typical scope to develop and coordinate many of the architectural details and finishes. Due to the close collaborative team effort, perseverance and creative design approach, the lighting design far exceeded the homeowner’s expectations.
Sustainability ApproachDue to stringent state energy regulations LED light sources were exclusively through out the project to achieve baseline energy savings. Minimum light levels were carefully considered to create the appropriate ambiance and dramatic contrast at key architectural elements and artwork. This design concept lead to additional energy savings over a more typical design approach. A programmable preset dimming system was tailored to provide flexibility for both the interior and outdoor spaces. The control system, motion sensors, along with programmable daylight sensors provide additional energy savings.
