Lighting Controls Podcast

💡 Every space has a story to tell—and lighting helps tell it.In this episode of the Lighting Controls Podcast, Ron Kuszmar and Webster Marsh sit down with John Delfino of Available Light to explore how theatrical thinking, lighting controls, and a little bit of “control freak” mentality can transform a space.🎭 John shares how his theatrical background influences the way he thinks about light over time—from subtle fades and dimming curves to creating immersive museum exhibits and completely custom lighting experiences.We also dig into why great lighting design isn't just about fixtures and layouts. It's about understanding how a space should feel, then using lighting and controls to bring that experience to life.💡 Lighting design🎛️ Lighting controls🎭 Theatrical design🏛️ Museums & immersive environments✨ Creating experiences through lightIf you believe lighting should do more than simply turn on and off, this is an episode you’ll want to hear.

💡 Great lighting isn’t just about the fixtures—it’s about how you control them.In this episode of the Lighting Controls Podcast, Ron Kuszmar and Webster Marsh sit down with Sarah Erickson of LS Group to explore how lighting design and lighting controls come together in high-end residential, hospitality, and commercial projects.🏠 Why residential controls require a deeply personal approach🎛️ Why lighting designers should be involved in programming and final adjustments🏨 How warm dim and tunable white are changing hospitality and luxury spaces💡 Where DALI and digital controls can make sense—and even reduce costs🤝 Why better coordination between designers, integrators, contractors, and owners leads to better projectsSarah also explains why lighting designers who simply “hand off” the controls may be giving up one of the most important parts of the finished experience. Connect with Sarah: https://www.ls.lighting https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-erickson-lsgroup The Lighting Controls Podcast is an official podcast of The National Association of Innovative Lighting Distributors. 

What if your lighting system could help control HVAC, improve comfort, and cut energy costs?In this episode, Stephen Zhou of MW Connect explores how Bluetooth NLC, smart thermostats, occupancy sensors, and open standards are turning lighting controls into the “eyes and ears” of smarter buildings.We dive into lighting + HVAC integration, why interoperability matters, new CO₂ and occupancy sensing technologies, and how AI could use building data to unlock even greater efficiency.The big takeaway: lighting is everywhere—and that makes it the perfect platform for the connected building of the future.💡 Smarter buildings. Lower energy use. Better comfort. Open systems.Watch the full conversation to see where lighting controls are headed next.Connect with Stephen: mwconnect.us https://www.linkedin.com/in/zhoustephen/ The Lighting Controls Podcast is an official podcast of The National Association of Innovative Lighting Distributors. 

🎙️ Jason Livingston joins the Lighting Controls Podcast to explain why lighting controls are no longer optional knowledge for lighting designers—they're essential. 💡 As a lighting designer, educator, author, and co-chair of the IES Color Committee, Jason discusses how energy codes, tunable white, and color-changing systems are reshaping the industry. He breaks down the difference between preset and timeline-based control systems, explains why every designer needs a solid foundation in controls, and shares how he teaches the next generation of lighting professionals. 🚀🌈 The conversation also dives into TM-30 and why it's replacing CRI as the future of color evaluation. Jason explains how better color metrics can improve lighting design, why manufacturers are slow to adopt new standards, and how designers can make more informed fixture selections. Whether you're new to lighting controls or an experienced professional looking to stay ahead, this episode is packed with practical insights on education, color science, and the future of architectural lighting. 🔥 Contact Jason: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-livingston-3267271a/ www.studio-tl.com Blog: https://designinglight.com/?p=4324#sthash.F1ZV9MwY.dpbs __________________ Read Jason's books: "Fundamentals of Energy Efficient Lighting and Controls" https://amzn.to/41kD7xd https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/fundamentals-of-energy-efficient-lighting-and-controls-jason-livingston/1146628605?ean=9788770042369 https://www.routledge.com/Fundamentals-of-Energy-Efficient-Lighting-and-Controls/Livingston/p/book/9788770042369?srsltid=AfmBOoqN7XXqHd4NokPQ2j0INufQ4eF6y5qiBypSOM8_D-E5Dv3drFCc __________________ "Designing with Light: The Art, Science, and Practice of Architectural Lighting Design 2nd Edition" https://a.co/d/al45bg7 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/designing-with-light-jason-livingston/1118231097?ean=9781119807780 https://www.wiley.com/en-us/Designing+with+Light:+The+Art,+Science,+and+Practice+of+Architectural+Lighting+Design,+2nd+Edition-p-9781119807797 _____________________  The Lighting Controls Podcast is an official podcast of The National Association of Innovative Lighting Distributors. 

🚀 Is DALI Finally Ready for Prime Time?Is DALI-2 finally solving the problems that held digital lighting controls back for years?In this episode of the Lighting Controls Podcast, Martin Mercier from Cooper Lighting Solutions explains how DALI has evolved from a difficult, proprietary system into an open, interoperable platform that's transforming smart buildings.We discuss: Why DALI struggled in North America How DALI-2 fixed many of the original pain points Open standards vs. proprietary lighting systems IoT, smart buildings, and the future of connected lighting Why digital lighting controls outperform traditional 0-10V dimming Cooper's new WaveLinx + DALI hybrid platform Whether you're a lighting designer, electrical contractor, specifier, distributor, or facility manager, this conversation explains why digital lighting controls are becoming the foundation for the next generation of intelligent buildings.If you've been hesitant about DALI because of its reputation, this episode may change your mind.#LightingControls #DALI #DALI2 #SmartBuildings #IoT #LightingDesign #CommercialLighting #CooperLighting #Wavelinx #BuildingAutomation #ElectricalContractor #LightingIndustry #Podcast Connect with Martin: https://www.cooperlighting.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-mercier/ Sponsor: Cooper Lighting Solutions, cooperlighting.com,  ⁨@CooperLightingSolutions⁩ The Lighting Controls Podcast is an official podcast of The National Association of Innovative Lighting Distributors.