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October 30, 2024

Zephyr & Legends Sandbox

A coastal community with luxury apartments and a creative office space.   

Location: Solana Beach, CA
Products: M Series Residential, M Series Cylinder

Lighting Designer: ELEN Consulting Inc.

Contractor: Performance Electric

Contractor: Zephyr

Architect: ID Studios

Distributor: CED Santee

Photography Credit: Performance Electric

Sandbox in Solana Beach is the ultimate destination for chic beachside living, offering spacious apartments that combine modern elegance with coastal charm. Expansive balconies invite seamless indoor-outdoor living, perfect for relaxation or entertaining under the sun. The creative office space features an open-concept layout. Just a two-minute stroll to the beach, Sandbox is situated amid many dining and shopping options.

M Series Residential

The M Series Residential family is part of DMF’s most versatile, M Series product offering. Centered around a compact, four-inch, plug-and-play LED module with an embedded driver the M Series delivers the optimal balance of form and function. Paired with one of the award-winning M Series Housings, you can achieve fire, sound, wet location, and other ratings required for the most demanding projects. The M Series, true to all DMF offerings, provides outstanding illumination and color consistency while being simple to specify, install, and maintain.

M Series Cylinder

Utilizing a suite of customizable features with our high-performing LED modules, the M Series Cylinder provides brilliant illumination and a beautiful design versatile enough for whatever your project needs. With trim options, uplight capability, and housings for indoor, outdoor, and wet locations, the M Series Cylinder offers a vast array of features that also include a variety of mounting styles such as a wall, surface, stem, and cord mount.

About Elen Consulting, Inc.

ELEN Consulting, Inc., is an award-winning mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and lighting design firm renowned for its precise engineering and client-focused approach. Their stellar reputation stems from a steadfast commitment to customer satisfaction, ensuring designs surpass expectations through rigorous quality control checks. Their engineers and designers are constantly updated with the latest industry standards to deliver precise calculations and stay ahead of deadlines, recognizing the value of their client’s time.

About Performance Electric

A turnkey electrical contractor based in Southern California, Performance Electric brings over a decade of experience and takes pride in being a one-stop shop for all electrical needs. From quick service calls to full ground-up new construction projects, they have clients covered every step of the way.

About Zephyr

Zephyr is dedicated to building bright futures by creating dynamic, integrated environments where modern life can flourish. These spaces generate meaning and value while fostering deeper connections with local culture and community. Founded on the belief that its mission extends beyond construction, Zephyr combines bold creative vision with strategic expertise, guided by a hands-on executive team with extensive industry experience. Specializing in residential, experiential, and hospitality projects, Zephyr positions itself as a versatile builder at the forefront of a transformative work-life paradigm, with a strong focus on human connection.

About ID Studios

Founded in 2005 by Amy Morway and Deborah Elliott, ID Studios was established with a vision to create a thriving interior design and architecture firm that blends creativity with work-life balance. This vision has fueled their passion, energy, and dedication to building strong client relationships. Over the years, ID Studios has distinguished itself with a diverse portfolio of projects for leading local, national, and international clients, showcasing a commitment to substance, quality, and innovation.

About CED Santee

Founded in 1957, CED started with two locations and has now grown to over 700 locations, making it one of the largest distributors and wholesalers in the electrical industry. CED specializes in a wide range of products and services, providing essential solutions to contractors, utilities, and manufacturers. From residential and commercial construction to power delivery and everyday manufacturing, CED plays a vital role in the electrical supply chain. Each location operates like a small business, empowering local managers to make decisions that best meet their community’s needs.

Visit Sandbox.

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September 24, 2024

Cushing Terrell

A 9,000-square-foot office focused on collaborative spaces and sustainable practices. 

Location: Seattle, WA
Products: M Series Cylinder
Architect: Cushing Terrell

Electrical Contractor: Jennings Electric, Inc.

Contractor: Abbott Construction

Photography Credit: Mark Woods Photography

Cushing Terrell has a view of the downtown Seattle waterfront and the Olympic Mountains. There was a focus on reusing materials from their previous office. A kitchen, dining room, and design lab were added for collaboration and socializing. 

M Series Cylinder

Utilizing a suite of customizable features with our high-performing LED modules, the M Series Cylinder provides brilliant illumination and a beautiful design versatile enough for whatever your project needs. With trim options, uplight capability, and housings for indoor, outdoor, and wet locations, the M Series Cylinder offers a vast array of features that also include a variety of mounting styles such as a wall, surface, stem, and cord mount.

About Cushing Terrell

Founded in 1938 by two innovative architects, Cushing Terrell aims to create better living environments through ingenuity, diversity, and empathy. They empower their team to design imaginative, sustainable spaces that enhance lives and promote well-being. By integrating architecture, engineering, and design, they foster transformative thinking and creativity. Their diverse service offerings and global projects make each day unique, driven by a pioneering spirit. Cushing Terrell focuses on finding thoughtful solutions for employees, clients, and the planet.

About Jennings Electric, Inc.

Jennings Electric, Inc., a leading commercial and industrial electrical contractor in the Puget Sound area, stands out for its professionalism, safety, and quality work. With over 20 years of experience in various sectors including commercial retail, healthcare, and mixed-use buildings, the company emphasizes honesty, integrity, and hard work. Their mission is to be the best electrical contractor for customers and employees, valuing relationships and delivering guaranteed satisfaction through high-quality parts, equipment, and exceptional service.

About Abbott Construction

Since 1983, Abbott Construction has been offering clients a unique construction experience characterized by personal engagement and transparency. They liken every project to a road trip where clients sit in the front seat, enjoying a clear view from start to finish. Abbott Construction ensures that clients are fully informed, enabling them to make empowered decisions throughout the process. Clear schedules, budgets, and deliverables are provided, along with built-in flexibility and the latest technology to handle any challenges. The team at Abbott is committed to listening, creatively solving problems, and maintaining a positive outlook, fostering a personal connection with clients. 

 Visit Cushing Terrell.

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August 5, 2024

Fairmont Century Plaza Hotel

A historic luxury hotel with a modern twist.

Location: Century City, CA
Products: M Series Residential & S Series 
Lighting Design: HLB

Architect: Gensler

Landscape Architect: RIOS

Preservation Architect: Marmol Radziner

Interior Design: Yabu Pushelberg

Design: EDG Design

Electrical Contractor: Rosendin

Photography Credit: Brandon Barre

A 1,900,000-square-foot building that draws inspiration from many cultures with Japanese-style minimal aesthetics and a French-style bistro. The luxury rooms include private terraces and large closet space. Guests can access a fitness center, spa, and rooftop pool.

M Series Residential

The M Series Residential family is part of DMF’s most versatile, M Series product offering. Centered around a compact, four-inch, plug-and-play LED module with an embedded driver the M Series delivers the optimal balance of form and function.  Paired with one of the award-winning M Series Housings, you can achieve fire, sound, wet location, and other ratings required for the most demanding projects.  The M Series, true to all DMF offerings, provides outstanding illumination and color consistency while being simple to specify, install, and maintain.

S Series

The S Series redefines what’s possible for a surface mount downlight. Packed with technical breakthroughs, the ultra-thin S Series matches the elegance of a high-end recessed downlight. Get the most out of S Series by installing it into our advanced F4NC junction box. Together, it’s even easier to specify, install, and maintain, and includes fire, sound, airtight, and insulated contact ratings.

About HLB

HLB Lighting Design has evolved significantly since its inception in 1968. Originating from a Manhattan living room, it has expanded to seven locations across major US cities including New York City, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Boston, Miami, Denver, and Austin. The company was founded by Jules Horton, Stephen Lees, Barbara Horton, and Teal Brogden, who instilled a forward-thinking approach that has driven over fifty years of innovation and industry leadership. Despite its growth, HLB remains dedicated to its founding principles, striving to make a positive impact through innovative lighting design.

About Gensler

Gensler is a global design and architecture firm founded in 1965, with over 6,000 professionals working in 56 offices across 24 countries. They focus on creating positive change through design, addressing complex challenges for clients in over 100 countries annually. Their work spans various sectors, including urban development, sustainability, and community impact. Gensler emphasizes research and innovation, aiming to achieve a net zero carbon portfolio by 2030. They are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and actively support the education of emerging design talent.

About RIOS

Founded in 1985, RIOS is an international design collective that transcends traditional boundaries by combining multiple disciplines to enhance the impact of design. The firm practices interconnected design architecture, placemaking, and landscape architecture, focusing on the positive effects of wellness and viewing design as a continuous process. With offices in Los Angeles, Singapore, Shanghai, London, Austin, and Boulder, and a team of over 250 members, RIOS contributes to transformative projects on a global scale.

About Marmol Radziner

Founded in 1989, Marmol Radziner is a renowned design-build practice led by architects, known for its innovative design and precision in construction. The firm offers a comprehensive range of services, including interior design, custom furniture design, and fabrication. Embracing the role of the traditional “master builder,” Marmol Radziner integrates various design services with construction capabilities, employing a diverse team of architects, interior designers, landscape designers, and craftsmen. With over 200 employees, the firm delivers highly customized environments through its in-house expertise and craftsmanship.

About Yabu Pushelberg

George Yabu and Glenn Pushelberg founded their studio in 1980, initially focusing on interior design. Over time, the firm expanded into a multidisciplinary practice creating immersive environments, destinations, and goods. With offices in New York and Toronto and a team of over a hundred creatives, they design buildings, interiors, landscapes, lighting, furniture, objects, and graphics. Renowned globally, the studio has received numerous honors, including appointments as Officers of the Order of Canada and induction into the Interior Design Hall of Fame. Their clients include top hotel and resort brands, developers, retailers, and creative individuals seeking innovative solutions.

About EDG Design

EDG Design is a creative firm specializing in architecture, interiors, and branding. They focus on innovative design solutions for hospitality, restaurant, and institutional projects. With offices in California, Texas, and Singapore, EDG serves a global clientele. The firm emphasizes creativity, strategic thinking, and collaborative approaches to deliver unique and effective design experiences.

About Rosendin Electric

Rosendin Electric, headquartered in San Jose, CA, is one of the largest electrical contractors in the United States. With a history spanning over a century, Rosendin is dedicated to positively impacting communities through innovative technology, safety excellence, and employee ownership. Their core values emphasize integrity, collaboration, and innovation, ensuring high-quality outcomes for complex construction projects. Committed to customer success, Rosendin fosters a culture of performance and accountability, reflected in their numerous awards and extensive charitable support.

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July 19, 2024

Sunday Pilates

Las Vegas pilates studio featuring M Series and S Series fixtures.

Location: Las Vegas, NV
Products: M Series Residential & S Series 
Lighting Design: The Cosine

General Contractor: Pro Tech Construction

Architect: Taylor Bosari Inc.

Photography Credit: Katie Lynn Photography

With open and airy ceilings, Sunday Pilates allows members to enter a tranquil space. The design focuses on textural elements of natural fibers and stone with a subdued color palate. 

M Series Residential

The M Series Residential family is part of DMF’s most versatile, M Series product offering.  Centered around a compact, four-inch, plug-and-play LED module with an embedded driver the M Series delivers the optimal balance of form and function.  Paired with one of the award-winning M Series Housings, you can achieve fire, sound, wet location, and other ratings required for the most demanding projects.  The M Series, true to all DMF offerings, provides outstanding illumination and color consistency while being simple to specify, install, and maintain.

S Series

The S Series redefines what’s possible for a surface mount downlight. Packed with technical breakthroughs, the ultra-thin S Series matches the elegance of a high-end recessed downlight. Get the most out of S Series by installing it into our advanced F4NC junction box. Together, it’s even easier to specify, install, and maintain, and includes fire, sound, airtight, and insulated contact ratings.

About The Cosine

The Cosine is driven by the belief that light is more than just illumination; it’s the vibrant essence that brings spaces to life. Their philosophy centers on the transformative power of quality lighting design, viewing it not as a luxury but as an essential element of every environment, with a commitment to integrating thoughtful lighting concepts into every project. The Cosine guides clients through the latest trends and technologies, ensuring that each space is imbued with the perfect blend of functionality and ambiance. 

About Taylor Bosari Inc.

Founded in 2005, Taylor Borsari Inc. is dedicated to delivering personalized and inspired design experiences. With meticulous attention to detail, layered textures, and unique finishes, Taylor ensures each project reflects her clients thoughtfully. Through a highly collaborative and bespoke service process, she creates livable, meaningful homes filled with beauty and inspiration, working closely with architects, contractors, and clients on new constructions and extensive renovations. Taylor began her career with esteemed Los Angeles designer Michael Smith, managing large-scale residential projects in prestigious areas. Her passion for creating beautiful spaces led her to establish Taylor Borsari Inc. Based in Las Vegas, Taylor and her team bring refined and curated style to projects across the U.S., with completed projects in Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Orange County, Nashville, Coronado Island, and Maine, and current projects in Boston, Las Vegas, Pacific Palisades, Malibu, and Hawaii.

 Visit Sunday Pilates.

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June 25, 2024

Modern Animal

A start-up vet founded in California that prides itself on contemporary practices.

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Location: Culver City, CA
Products: M Series Residential & M Series Cylinder
Executive Architect: House & Robertson Architects

Design Architect: Design, Bitches

Lighting Designer: AlfaTech

MEP Engineering: Henderson Engineers

Structural Engineering: Tuchscher Engineering Group

Photography Credit: Tim Hirschmann + OTTO

Modern Animal is designed to be transparent, allowing visitors to see directly into the treatment area leading to a closer human-animal connection. The colorful space is inspired by California’s easy-going lifestyle. Integrating dimmable fixtures and a skylight allows for natural, comfortable lighting. 

M Series Residential

The M Series Residential family is part of DMF’s most versatile, M Series product offering.  Centered around a compact, four-inch, plug-and-play LED module with an embedded driver the M Series delivers the optimal balance of form and function.  Paired with one of the award-winning M Series Housings, you can achieve fire, sound, wet location, and other ratings required for the most demanding projects.  The M Series, true to all DMF offerings, provides outstanding illumination and color consistency while being simple to specify, install, and maintain.

M Series Cylinder

Utilizing a suite of customizable features with our high-performing LED modules, the M Series Cylinder provides brilliant illumination and a beautiful design versatile enough for whatever your project needs. With trim options, uplight capability, and housings for indoor, outdoor, and wet locations, the M Series Cylinder offers a vast array of features that also include a variety of mounting styles such as a wall, surface, stem, and cord mount.

About HRA: House & Robertson Architects

House & Robertson Architects is a Los Angeles-based firm committed solely to offering executive architect/architect of record services to visionary partners worldwide. Highly collaborative and efficient, HRA specializes in effective project delivery. They leverage strong leadership, experience, and expertise to lead teams, develop creative solutions, and manage uncertainties. The firm diligently balances cost, performance, and aesthetics to execute exceptional design.

About Design, Bitches

Design, Bitches, an integrative architecture and design studio, partners with unique clients to craft meaningful spaces, balancing creative risk-taking with pragmatic optimism. With a decade-long portfolio spanning versatile spaces, pioneering retail and hospitality venues, inventive residential environments, and social-centric concepts, their visionary aesthetic guides their work. Embracing collaboration and challenging assumptions, they leverage over 20 years of collective experience to offer construction and development expertise across scales. Their female-founded office fosters a culture of inclusivity and innovation, certified in CA, OR & TX as a WBE, WOSB, SB (Micro), and DBE.

About AlfaTech

Established in Silicon Valley in 1987, AlfaTech began as a mechanical, electrical, and technology design engineering firm. Over the years, the company expanded its services to include architectural lighting design, sustainability, and smart building solutions in response to the evolving needs of its clients. Today, AlfaTech is a leading force in the industry, with offices across California, from the West Coast to the East Coast, and internationally in Europe, Asia, North Africa, and the Middle East.

About Henderson Engineers

In 2021, Henderson became an ESOP company, making its employees beneficial owners of stock in Henderson Companies, Inc. This means that when the company thrives, the employees benefit as well. The combined efforts of the entire team directly influence the profitability and growth of both Henderson and the employees’ financial outcomes. Every employee’s contribution positively impacts the company’s health and value, fostering motivation, collaboration, and a dynamic work environment where everyone strives to improve the company.

About Tuchscher Engineering

TEG, a boutique engineering firm founded in 2011 by James Tuchscher, is located in the heart of downtown Long Beach and serves clients throughout Southern California. Pronounced “Too-share,” TEG offers comprehensive structural and civil engineering services, guiding projects from concept and feasibility through to construction and completion. Their structural engineering focuses on the design of buildings and structures, while their civil engineering addresses site design and development.

 Visit Modern Animal.

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May 23, 2024

Parkview at Cambier

A mixed-use building with a contemporary style including amenities such as a putting green, table tennis, and a tiki bar.

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Location: Naples, FL
Products: M Series Residential, M Series CylinderS Series
Architect: MHK Architecture
Lighting Designer: Luxury Lighting Consultants
General Contractor: Gulf Coast Construction

Interior Designer: Suzanne Costa Interiors

Photography Credit: Brian Hart 

Parkview at Cambier has four luxury condos with 3,900 square feet and a view of Cambier Park. The private rooftop decks are equipped with a full kitchen, bar, lounge, fire pit, and spa. The community also features a heated pool.

M Series Residential

The M Series Residential family is part of DMF’s most versatile, M Series product offering.  Centered around a compact, four-inch, plug-and-play LED module with an embedded driver the M Series delivers the optimal balance of form and function.  Paired with one of the award-winning M Series Housings, you can achieve fire, sound, wet location, and other ratings required for the most demanding projects.  The M Series, true to all DMF offerings, provides outstanding illumination and color consistency while being simple to specify, install, and maintain.

M Series Cylinder

Utilizing a suite of customizable features with our high-performing LED modules, the M Series Cylinder provides brilliant illumination and a beautiful design versatile enough for whatever your project needs. With trim options, uplight capability, and housings for indoor, outdoor, and wet locations, the M Series Cylinder offers a vast array of features that also include a variety of mounting styles such as a wall, surface, stem, and cord mount.

S Series

The S Series redefines what’s possible for a surface mount downlight. Packed with technical breakthroughs, the ultra-thin S Series matches the elegance of a high-end recessed downlight. Get the most out of S Series by installing it into our advanced F4NC junction box. Together, it’s even easier to specify, install, and maintain, and includes fire, sound, airtight, and insulated contact ratings.

About MHK Architecture

MHK offers a client-centric approach to crafting dream homes, prioritizing the human experience in architecture. They believe in making the process enjoyable and collaborative, ensuring each design reflects the unique needs and aspirations of their clients. With a commitment to both the historic craft of architecture and the individual desires of their clients, MHK brings sophistication without pretension, fostering a team environment that is dedicated, hardworking, and passionate about realizing diverse architectural dreams.

About Luxury Lighting Consultants

Luxury Lighting Consultants is a Naples-based boutique lighting design studio known for exceptional lighting design, drawings, attention to detail, and lighting control design with multiple award-winning projects. LLC specializes in providing creative and unique solutions for each client doing all aspects of the lighting design both on the interior and exterior. LLC pays exceptional attention to detail and collaboration between the design team (developer, architect, interior designer, landscape architect, engineers, general contractor, and electrical contractor). LLC offers project management services to oversee the design intent and manage the installation to ensure the project is implemented to the design expectations of the developer and the individual customization for each client who purchased a unit to address their requirements making each unit unique to the client. 

About Gulf Coast Construction

Gulf Coast Construction is a Florida Class A state certified general contractor. Gulf Coast has been performing quality commercial, industrial, multifamily and residential construction management in Southwest Florida for nearly 30 years. The company was formed in 1979 by way of Meister Contracting, a five-generation, family-owned and operated construction company. The Meister Companies were founded in 1885 in Dunkirk, New York, and are now headquartered in Naples, Florida.

About Suzanne Costa Interiors

Nurtured in the artistic environment by her father, the Late Great Eddie Costa of American Jazz Fame, Suzanne Costa grew up immersed in the vibrant world of creativity. In 2000, she founded Suzanne Costa Interiors, crafting personalized design aesthetics for each client. Drawing from her rich upbringing and experiences, Suzanne infuses her designs with a unique perspective, intertwining her passion for creativity with genuine connections to her clients. Collaborating with innovators in the Gold Coast, New York City, and Naples Florida, Suzanne’s clients share her zest for life and diverse lifestyles.

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April 8, 2024

SpaceTime Floatation Center

A luxurious spa offering services such as float therapy, infrared sauna, halotherapy, and more.

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Location: Chicago, IL
Products: M Series Residential & S Series
Architect: Eric Rothfeder Architecture (ERA)
Lighting Designer: The Cosine
Engineer: Mintropy
General Contractor: BIG Construction
Photography Credit: Mike Schwartz Photo

SpaceTime Flotation Center is a premier wellness center located in Lincoln Park Chicago. The lighting of the space is meant to give a calm and cozy feeling in the interior which contrasts the outside urban environment. 

M Series Residential

The M Series Residential family is part of DMF’s most versatile, M Series product offering. Centered around a compact, four-inch, plug-and-play LED module with an embedded driver the M Series delivers the optimal balance of form and function.  Paired with one of the award-winning M Series Housings, you can achieve fire, sound, wet location, and other ratings required for the most demanding projects.  The M Series, true to all DMF offerings, provides outstanding illumination and color consistency while being simple to specify, install, and maintain.

S Series

The S Series redefines what’s possible for a surface mount downlight. Packed with technical breakthroughs, the ultra-thin S Series matches the elegance of a high-end recessed downlight. Get the most out of S Series by installing it into our advanced F4NC junction box. Together, it’s even easier to specify, install, and maintain, and includes fire, sound, airtight, and insulated contact ratings.

About Eric Rothfeder Architecture (ERA)

ERA stands as an award-winning architecture studio founded by Eric Rothfeder. The firm’s ethos is rooted in the belief that design flourishes when fueled by curiosity—a sentiment best nurtured through shared exploration between architect and client. ERA’s approach thrives on inquiry, problem-solving, and collaborative efforts. Their portfolio reflects a synthesis of insights gleaned from the diverse perspectives of those who inhabit, design, and construct our environments.

About Cosine

The Cosine is driven by the belief that light is more than just illumination; it’s the vibrant essence that brings spaces to life. Their philosophy centers on the transformative power of quality lighting design, viewing it not as a luxury but as an essential element of every environment, with a commitment to integrating thoughtful lighting concepts into every project. The Cosine guides clients through the latest trends and technologies, ensuring that each space is imbued with the perfect blend of functionality and ambiance. 

About Mintropy

Mintropy excels in minimizing entropy (chaos) within its field of practice, thereby generating true value for its clients. It is a full-service Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Energy (MEP) consulting engineering firm that specializes in developing, economically evaluating, and project-managing design solutions for building MEP systems. Its expertise extends to both design and construction, ensuring a comprehensive range of services aimed at minimizing disorder and maximizing efficiency, thus creating high-value solutions that align with its client’s needs and goals.

About BIG Construction

BIG Construction, a Chicago-based general contractor and construction management firm specializing in interior-built environments believes that strong relationships drive meaningful accomplishments and that quality work is the result of collaboration. They aspire to work with clients and partners who demand nothing but the very best and are likewise committed to a fulfilling lived experience.

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April 8, 2024

Pacific Medical Buildings at Sandbox

An office with coastal ambiance blends functionality and modern style. 
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Location: Solana Beach, CA
Products: M Series Residential & M Series Cylinder
Architect: ID Studios Inc.
Lighting Designer: Elluminet
Engineer: Elen Consulting Inc.
General Contractor: Pacific Building Group
Photography Credit: Pink Media Productions

Pacific Medical Buildings at Sandbox is a 10,000 SF office space in Solana Beach, complete with collaborative areas, a conference room, kitchen, and even surfboard storage.

M Series Residential

M Series Residential is a part of DMF’s most versatile M Series family. Centered around a compact, four-inch, plug-and-play LED module with an embedded driver the M Series delivers the optimal balance of form and function. The M Series, true to all DMF offerings, provides outstanding illumination and color consistency while being simple to specify, install, and maintain.

M Series Cylinder​​

Utilizing a suite of customizable features with our high-performing LED modules, the M Series Cylinder provides brilliant illumination and a beautiful design versatile enough for whatever your project needs. With trim options, uplight capability, and housings for indoor, outdoor, and wet locations, the M Series Cylinder offers a vast array of features that also include a variety of mounting styles such as a wall, surface, stem, and cord mount.

About ID Studios Inc.

Founded in 2005 by Amy Morway and Deborah Elliott, ID Studios was established with a vision to create a thriving interior design and architecture firm that blends creativity with work-life balance. This vision has fueled their passion, energy, and dedication to building strong client relationships. Over the years, ID Studios has distinguished itself with a diverse portfolio of projects for leading local, national, and international clients, showcasing a commitment to substance, quality, and innovation.

About Elluminet

Elluminét is a San Diego-based lighting design studio known for its certified lighting designers and award-winning projects. The company prioritizes building a positive and constructive relationship with clients as a core aspect of its culture. The designers at elluminét emphasize client collaboration and communication to meet and exceed client expectations. They also collaborate closely with the MEP studio engineers at Elen Consulting for ongoing building systems integration. Together, they work hand in hand from design through installation to ensure that all expectations are not just met but exceeded.

About Elen Consulting, Inc.

ELEN Consulting, Inc., is an award-winning mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and lighting design firm renowned for its precise engineering and client-focused approach. Their stellar reputation stems from a steadfast commitment to customer satisfaction, ensuring designs surpass expectations through rigorous quality control checks. Their engineers and designers are constantly updated with the latest industry standards to deliver precise calculations and stay ahead of deadlines, recognizing the value of their client’s time.

About Pacific Building Group

In 1984, the current chairman Greg Rogers realized and capitalized on the opportunity to expand his San Diego homegrown drywall business into a general contracting firm. His commitment to personalized service has always been intentional and diligent, serving as the cornerstone of Pacific Building Group’s success. Over the years, this approach laid the foundation for developing relationships, broadening expertise, and diversifying project types. Four decades later, still rooted in family origins, Pacific Building Group continues to grow and evolve, remaining committed to the founding belief of continual improvement through a hands-on approach.

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March 4, 2024

Sienna at the Thompson (5th & Brazos)

LEED Silver combined multifamily & hospitality development comprised of 2 hotels, 16 stories of residential space, retail, and impressive amenities.

Location: Austin, TX
Products: M Series Residential
Architect: bKL Architecture
Lighting Designer: SBLD
Engineer: Blum Consulting Engineers, Inc.
General Contractor: Ryan Companies
Developer: Magellan Development Group
Photography Credit: Thomas McConnell

Sienna at the Thompson (5th & Brazos) is a luxury 32-story mixed-use complex that seamlessly integrates four floors of trendy restaurants, high-end retail, and commercial office space with two hotels and 16 floors of residential units. 

The two Hyatt Brand Hotels, the Thompson & Tommie offer 411 guestrooms while those looking for this Austin oasis to be their permanent residence have 331 residential units to choose from and state-of-the-art amenity spaces.

M Series Residential

The M Series Residential family is part of DMF’s most versatile, M Series product offering.  Centered around a compact, four-inch, plug-and-play LED module with an embedded driver the M Series delivers the optimal balance of form and function.  Paired with one of the award-winning M Series Housings, you can achieve fire, sound, wet location, and other ratings required for the most demanding projects.  The M Series, true to all DMF offerings, provides outstanding illumination and color consistency while being simple to specify, install, and maintain.

About bKL Architecture

bKL Architecture is dedicated to creating projects that enhance their contexts, addressing the needs of clients and communities while anticipating future uses. The team, comprising passionate designers and practitioners, specializes in diverse markets, designing sophisticated and forward-thinking spaces. Their open studio environment encourages a collaborative exchange of ideas among a culturally diverse team, fostering a vibrant atmosphere. At the core of their approach is in-depth analysis, intensive experimentation, and collaboration, resulting in projects that enrich sites and cities globally.

About SBLD

Founded and led by Susan Brady, one of the leading experts in architectural lighting design, SBLD Studio is certified as a woman-owned business (WBE) enterprise with staff based in New York, New Jersey, and Tennessee. When you work with SBLD Studio lighting designers, you harness the technical acumen and creativity of trained architects, engineers, interior designers, industrial designers, teachers, and mentors.

About Blum Consulting Engineers, Inc

Established in October 1945 by Herman Blum, Blum Consulting Engineers, Inc. is committed to becoming the world’s premier engineering firm. The firm prioritizes delivering top-notch engineering services across diverse projects, emphasizing functionality and comfort. Dedicated to energy conservation, owner satisfaction, and timely design schedules, Blum Consulting Engineers, Inc. maintains unwavering commitment to engineering excellence and client satisfaction. Actively promoting “green” building design, the firm boasts expertise in the US Green Building Council’s (USGBC) Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Rating Systems. With a dedicated and diverse staff, Blum Consulting Engineers, Inc. focuses on teamwork for on-time and on-budget project completion, emphasizing superior customer service and engineering design.

About Ryan Companies

Ryan Companies, a national leader in commercial real estate services, emphasizes understanding the ‘why’ behind each project. Driven to uncover unique client stories, they bring together the right collaborators for deeper engagement, building more than physical structures – they create backdrops to life’s narratives. At Ryan, core values like Safety, Integrity, and Excellence define their culture, guiding decisions and shaping the belief that they offer something distinctive. Embracing these values daily, they contribute to better buildings, enjoyable client experiences, vibrant communities, and safer project sites. 

About Magellan Development Group

Magellan Development Group is renowned for its expertise in designing and developing award-winning spaces across diverse sectors, ranging from multi-family residential to commercial, institutional to governmental, and educational to medical projects. The company’s stellar reputation for excellence is deeply rooted in the visionary guidance of its Co-Founders, Joel Carlins and Jim Loewenberg. With a commitment to pushing boundaries, Magellan has garnered over 60 prestigious awards from prominent organizations locally and internationally. The company takes pride in its innovative approach, ensuring that each project undertaken reflects a dedication to unparalleled quality and creativity. Magellan Development Group stands as a testament to a legacy of visionary leadership and a commitment to shaping exceptional spaces.

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The Grand LA - Conrad LA, Los Angeles, CA
May 16, 2023

Location: Los Angeles, CA
Products: M Series
Architecture: Gehry Partners
Interiors: Tara Bernerd & Partners
Lighting Design: KGM Architectural Lighting
Owner: Related California
Electrical Contractor: Rosendin
Photography Credit: Weldon Brewster Photography

Located across the street from the iconic Walt Disney Concert Hall, the Grand LA is a $1-billion mixed-use complex by famed architect Frank Gehry.

Anchoring the open plaza is Conrad Los Angeles, a contemporary luxury hotel with 305 modern rooms, meeting spaces, and hotel spa.

Featured in designing lighting, the hotel features a valet area with varying ceiling heights of 10 to 50 feet. Lighting designer KGM placed 4-inch DMF downlights behind columns to prevent aiming toward drivers’ eyes. DMF downlights are arranged in a constellation pattern leading guests past the hotel entrance to the lobby for the residential tower.

The Grand LA - Conrad LA Entrance and Valet

The Grand LA - Conrad LA Hotel Spa Reception Desk

The Grand LA - Conrad LA Hotel Meeting Pre Function Space

The Grand LA - Conrad Hotel

The Grand LA - Conrad LA Entrance and Valet

About Gehry Partners

Gehry Partners, LLP is a full-service firm with broad international experience in academic, commercial, museum, performance, and residential projects. Gehry Partners employs a large number of senior architects who have extensive experience in the technical development of building systems and construction documents, and who are highly qualified in the management of complex projects.

About Tara Bernerd & Partners

Internationally renowned designer Tara Bernerd is the founder of the interior architectural practice, Tara Bernerd & Partners. Based in London’s Belgravia, the practice works on a global platform and prides itself on its intelligent approach to interior space planning and design. Though each project is unique, Tara Bernerd & Partners’ signature style is one of approachable luxury with an industrial edge and each space possesses a handsome, and ultimately timeless, elegance.

About KGM Architectural Lighting

Established in 1985, KGM Architectural Lighting is a lighting design firm that approaches each project as a collaborative effort involving the other members of the design team and encouraging creative lighting solutions. This is accomplished by fully understanding the architectural concepts and design criteria, evaluating various possible design solutions, and ultimately developing the lighting scheme that makes the most sense. KGM pursues the goal of creating memorable moments, unique experiences, and places that look and feel wonderful.

About Rosendin Electric

Rosendin Electric, headquartered in San Jose, CA, is one of the largest electrical contractors in the United States. With a history spanning over a century, Rosendin is dedicated to positively impacting communities through innovative technology, safety excellence, and employee ownership. Their core values emphasize integrity, collaboration, and innovation, ensuring high-quality outcomes for complex construction projects. Committed to customer success, Rosendin fosters a culture of performance and accountability, reflected in their numerous awards and extensive charitable support.

 

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