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Spire Integrated Systems Inc.You are walking quietly through the tall grass next to a wide river, brown and fast moving from fresh floods. The hot sun setting slowly overhead. Just as the sun begins to touch the horizon, the whole sky is brushed in a rich orange hue. You emerge from the grass to be greeted by your first sight of African lions in their natural habitat and a Serengeti sunset that will stay with you for the rest of your life.
This was the moment that began this project, inspiring the client to recreate that moment for their sport hunting trophy room in their home. The goal was to be able to recreate that experience as closely as possible, while also ensuring that every mount in the collection had the ideal amount and type of light directed at it.
Nature exhibits an infinite amount of unique color and light environments. From rich color in every hue and temperature, to light of all different intensities and quality. In order to deliver the client’s expectations, we needed a solution that can reflect the diverse lighting environments the client was looking to recreate.
Using a Ketra lighting system, controlled through a Lutron HomeWorks QS system, tied in seamlessly to an existing Lutron HomeWorks Illumination system, we were able to meet all of these challenges. Tying into the existing system meant that we could achieve these results in the space that the client was focused on without having to replace the whole system.
In that focused space, creating dynamic lighting environments was central to several elements of the design, and Ketra’s color temperature settings enabled us to be extremely flexible while still providing high quality light in all circumstances. Using a large track system consisting of 30 S30 lamps, each individually addressed, we were able to create the ideal lighting settings for each mount. Additionally, we designed the system so that it can be set to match the unique warm standard Edison-style bulbs in the main chandelier, it can be set to a “Natural” mode that replicates the outdoor conditions throughout the day, or it can simulate the exact color temperature progression of that unforgettable Serengeti sunset.
Control of the lighting environment and a smooth transition to the lighting systems in the rest of the home was also a priority. As a result, we installed 3 Lutron motorized shades in the space to account for ambient light, and 6 A20 lamps in an adjacent bar area to create a natural transition to the rest of the lighting system. This ensures that all of the lighting transitions, whether from the rest of the home to the trophy room or the trophy room to the outside, are continuous and smooth. The end result is an impressive and flexible display space with an added “wow factor” that is out of this hemisphere!
Dura Supreme CabinetryOver time, a well-loved painted furniture piece will show distinctive signs of wear and use. Each chip and dent tells a story of its history through layers of paint. With its beautifully aged surface and chipped edges, Dura Supreme’s Heritage Paint collection is designed to resemble a cherished family heirloom.
Dura Supreme artisans hand-detail the surface to create the look of time worn distressing. Finishes are layered to emulate the look of furniture that has been refinished over the years. A layer of stain is covered with a layer of paint with special effects to age the surface. The paint is then chipped away along corners and edges to create, the signature look of Heritage Paint.
Dura Supreme’s Heritage Paint collection, of finishes can be selected on Maple for a smooth surface or Knotty Alder for a more rugged, rustic look. A beautiful palette of soft muted colors is available on any of our raised or flat panel door styles to create the perfect focal point for your home.
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Alcon LightingLighting at home is mainly tied to user preference, but research shows there are steps everyone can take to create a calm, pleasing environment.
“At night, lower light levels and warmer color temperatures – those that fall in the 2,700 to 3,000 Kelvin range – emulate the outside environment’s evening light and help us get ready for sleep by reducing our blood pressure and creating a restful feel,” said Rebecca Hadley, manager of Eaton’s SOURCE lighting education center. “If you’re cooking or entertaining guests in the evening, you may find that higher light levels and color temperatures are beneficial. However, people generally tend to prefer warmer light at home.
Flexibility is one natural benefit of smart lighting design. New advancements in Lighting Controls have made lighting for mood easier than ever.
“Studies show that wall color can affect heart rate and irritability levels, but you can adjust your light more readily than the paint on your walls,” said Hadley. “For example, you can use high-intensity light to complete a craft activity at the kitchen table; an hour later, you can serve dinner to your family at that same table beneath a warmer, lower-intensity light.”
When it comes to designing for mood, advanced controls have the most room to develop. Controls will become more personalized in environments ranging from the home to offices, hospitality settings and health care facilities. Controls that were once accessed via a wall switch are already making the jump to app-based technology. And as LED technology improves at lightning speed, adaptability – and energy savings – will only continue to grow.
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Pool Environments, Inc.Pool and spa with outdoor living area and golf green.
Inspiration for a large modern home design remodel in Dallas
Inspiration for a large modern home design remodel in Dallas
Flavin ArchitectsAlbert Frey House II : Designed by Albert Frey : Palm Springs
Photo by Colin Flavin
Modern exterior home idea in Boston
Modern exterior home idea in Boston
Michael Given Environments, LLCPoolside cabana with fireplace and outdoor kitchen by Michael Given Environments
Example of a mountain style pool design in Kansas City
Example of a mountain style pool design in Kansas City
Conscious Environments Inc.This gorgeous contemporary Spanish style entry is accented with Spanish tiles, white precast concrete, synthetic lawn, and pottery w/ succulents.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary drought-tolerant and partial sun front yard concrete paver landscaping in Orange County for spring.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary drought-tolerant and partial sun front yard concrete paver landscaping in Orange County for spring.
Conscious Environments Inc.Example of a mid-sized minimalist backyard stone patio design in Orange County with a fire pit and no cover
Arc EnvironmentsPatio - large contemporary backyard concrete patio idea in Orange County with no cover
Urban EnvironmentsLarge trendy master carpeted and beige floor bedroom photo in Chicago with gray walls and no fireplace
Conscious Environments Inc.A lowered patio w/ built-in seating and contemporary fire pit. Great place for hanging out, relaxing, and entertaining. A floating hardwood bench provides ample seating for larger gatherings.
Desert Environments LandscapeDesign ideas for a mid-sized modern drought-tolerant and partial sun backyard concrete paver landscaping in Phoenix.
New York DecksInspiration for a large contemporary rooftop water fountain deck remodel in New York with no cover
Desert Environments LandscapeThis is an example of a large modern full sun backyard stone water fountain landscape in Phoenix.
Urban EnvironmentsExample of a large minimalist formal and open concept light wood floor and beige floor living room design in Chicago with white walls, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace and no tv
dp environmentsEntry with modular concrete pavers in decorative gravel leading to a blue stone landing patio. Podocarpus as the screening elements to cover adjacent home. Thank you Budget Plants for supplying us with Podocarpus for our project.
Dominic Masiello
Pool Environments, Inc.Randy Angell, Designer The long narrow rectangular pool was assembled with precision, and an attention to detail that belies its modest budget. The waterline tile is a 6 x 24 porcelain tile, in a soothing clay color. The Leuder limestone coping is set with no overhang, and its mortar joints align precisely with the grout lines of the tile.
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