Architectural Lighting Design Insights

At Adaptive Design Group, we understand that exceptional lighting is not just about illumination; it’s about enhancing your lifestyle and showcasing your custom home’s true beauty. Please enjoy our latest project features neutral earth tones and an artfully lit, temperature-controlled wine room.

Adaptive Design Group’s latest project – Deer Valley Ski Home “Glenn and his firm designed the most amazing lighting system on earth for this home.”  Douglas G. Bergeron

Lighting Design Is an Intense Focus Blending Artistry, Technology, and Precision “Lighting Design is an intense focus on successfully blending artistry, technology, application, and professional documentation.” — Glenn Merlin Johnson At Adaptive Design Group, this philosophy guides everything we do. Architectural lighting design is far more than simply installing fixtures; it’s about crafting a harmonious…

The Emotion of Light It was an honor to speak alongside David Weinstein at CEDIA 2024 in Denver, where we explored one of the most overlooked—but most powerful—aspects of residential lighting: the EMOTION of LIGHT. Today’s convergence of lighting and technology presents more than convenience or efficiency. It offers the ability to shape how a…

Perspective Is Everything Lighting Design That Looks Up, Down, and Through When architectural lighting is thoughtfully designed, it doesn’t just illuminate a space—it redefines how it’s experienced. In this exceptional multi-level wine room, light serves as both guide and storyteller, revealing the space’s complexity one layer at a time. From the ground level, your eyes…

Elements Are Brought to Life Bringing Every Detail Into Focus The true power of architectural lighting lies in its ability to elevate the character of a space, highlighting the intricate details that make a home unique. From custom wrought iron shutters to medieval-inspired lamps and fixtures, every element deserves careful attention so it can be…

Sweet dreams are made of THIS… Sweet dreams are made of this—a masterful blend of architectural materials, natural warmth, and sophisticated lighting design. In this luxury bedroom, every detail is intentional. Dark wood floors ground the space, while matching walls create a cocoon-like atmosphere of elegance and serenity. But it’s the lighting—layered, nuanced, and artfully…

Our Founder, Glenn Merlin Johnson, has over 5 Trademarks regarding Architectural Lighting Design and processes. He leads an exceptional team of designers and engineers with over 80 years of combined experience. “There are only two kinds of light; the glow that illuminates and the glare that obscures” -Glenn Merlin Johnson #light #lighting #home #architect #architecture…

Style Brought to Life Your style brought to life with Architectural Lighting Design. Your home reflects your personal aesthetic—but thoughtful lighting brings it fully into the realm of experience. Beautiful finishes, clean lines, curated décor, or bold textures—all deserve illumination designed to honor their distinct character. At Adaptive Design Group, we craft architectural lighting plans…

Inspiration from our Founder. “It’s through lighting that we define colors, accentuate volume and apply critical applications that allow for shadowing, which identifies depth & form” -Glenn Merlin Johnson #lighting #architect #architecture #architectural #architecturaldesign #design #interiordesign #interiordesigners #luxury #luxuryhome #luxuryhomes #style #the.art.of.illumination #themoderndesignteam #see.the.magic! #quote