IF YOU SPEC TECH YOU MUST PROTECT! Glenn Merlin Johnson teaching on Cyber Security for GuardDog.ai. It is our responsibility to insure our clients are protected from Cyber Crime.
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Cybersecurity for the Connected Life – Home & Office
In today’s connected environments, smart lighting and integrated AV systems are just the beginning. With every new device comes another potential entry point—making network security not just optional, but essential.
Plug & Protect is the ethos behind guardDog Solutions’ approach to residential cybersecurity. With their Fido device, a simple plug-in installation can shield the entire home or office network from malicious digital threats. No complicated setup, no IT team required—just active protection from the moment it powers on.
When Glenn Merlin Johnson served as business development manager for guardDog, he brought this forward-thinking solution into the spotlight at CEDIA Expo’s Launchpad—where emerging technologies meet the industry’s most innovative minds. In that role, Glenn helped highlight how tools like Fido could give integrators and homeowners alike a practical layer of security for everything happening beyond the physical walls of the space.
This type of foresight is part of what sets Adaptive Design Group apart. Understanding the full picture—from architectural lighting to acoustic design to now cybersecurity—means bringing clients real peace of mind, digitally and physically.
Because if you’re living with tech, you need to protect.
Learn more about the connected systems that make a modern home truly safe, seamless, and adaptive.
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There are only two kinds of light: glow and glare. One flatters. The other blinds. You pick.
At Adaptive Design Group, we design with intention. Every room, every surface, and every moment in your home should be shaped by artful, glowing light—never harsh, never accidental. Our architectural lighting designers collaborate with top luxury architects across the country to craft residential lighting experiences that feel effortless yet refined.
From task and ambient lighting to decorative and landscape illumination, we balance artistry with the most advanced smart lighting control systems. This blend of creativity and precision ensures your home not only looks extraordinary but functions in harmony with your lifestyle. No glare. No guesswork. Just seamless glow.
With deep expertise in automatic lighting, wireless lighting control, and fully integrated home systems, we build comprehensive plans that eliminate surprises and elevate every corner of your space.
Ready to design with glow, not glare? Contact us to get started on your custom residential lighting project.
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Jewels of Light
Artistry and precision come together in exterior lighting when each element is thoughtfully placed to enhance the space. On this modern mountain luxury residence, what might appear as spontaneous “jewels of light” is, in fact, the result of meticulous planning, design, and execution. Each illuminated point on the deck is carefully positioned to accentuate architectural features, landscape elements, and the natural surroundings, creating an enchanting yet functional outdoor experience.
Adaptive Design Group approaches every exterior project with a focus on balance and harmony. The lighting serves multiple purposes—highlighting textures, guiding circulation, and creating ambiance—while never overwhelming the senses. By combining integrated controls, carefully chosen fixtures, and precise aiming, each light interacts seamlessly with the others, producing a dynamic yet cohesive visual composition.
The result is an outdoor environment that feels both magical and deliberate. Guests are drawn to the interplay of light across the deck, patios, and surrounding landscape, experiencing a sense of depth, comfort, and elegance.
Reach out to Adaptive Design Group to explore how our precision lighting can transform your exterior spaces, turning every deck, patio, and outdoor area into a masterpiece of light and design.
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Natural Light and Technology
In a well-designed space, light is never an afterthought—it is the framework upon which atmosphere, comfort, and even productivity are built. This study is a perfect example of how natural light and technology-based lighting can work in harmony, each complementing the other to create a balanced environment.
The floor-to-ceiling windows invite daylight to flood the room, shifting subtly as the sun moves and giving the space a natural rhythm. This connection to the outdoors not only reduces reliance on artificial light but also enhances well-being, anchoring the room to the cycles of the day. Natural light is dynamic, constantly transforming a space in ways that no fixture alone can achieve.
Yet it is the layering of technology-based lighting that completes the composition. Recessed glow provides gentle ambient illumination, erasing harsh shadows and setting a foundation of comfort. Decorative fixtures add visual interest and personality, acting as both functional tools and artistic accents. Task lighting ensures focus where it’s needed—over a desk, a book, or a creative project—while subtle interior design lighting highlights architectural details and textures, bringing depth to the room.
The true strength of lighting design lies in orchestrating these layers so that they feel effortless. No single source dominates; instead, natural and technological lighting exist in dialogue. When the sun sets, technology gracefully extends the life of the space, preserving its atmosphere without overwhelming it.
This balance is at the heart of modern living. It’s not about choosing between natural and artificial light, but about honoring both—the timeless clarity of sunlight and the precision of design-driven technology. Together, they create environments that adapt, inspire, and support the lives unfolding within them.
Contact us to discuss how your house can use Natural Light and Technology.
On site coordination of our artistic and technical lighting and controls are critical, especially with today’s complex architecture. Hips, valleys, arches, curves and massing galore. The mastery of Michael Upwall Design. Adaptive Design Group is not a Plug and Run lighting design firm. We are artists, technologist, engineers and former contractors. Don’t fake it. Go with the Pros! @upwalldesign @adaptivedg #luxurylifestyle #mountainluxury #parkcitystyle #luxuryarchitect #luxuryinteriors #luxurycustomhomes #luxurylightingdesign #lightingcontrol #ledlightings
Seamless Illumination That Elevates Every Space
Layered, hidden lighting is the hallmark of thoughtful design—it should feel natural, purposeful, and never draw attention to itself. This bridge-like pathway in a mountain residence demonstrates exactly how carefully placed, concealed fixtures can guide movement, highlight textures, and create a welcoming ambiance without ever feeling forced.
At Adaptive Design Group, we specialize in creating these subtle layers of light that blend perfectly with architecture and landscape. From soft path illumination to accent lighting that showcases materials, plants, or architectural details, every element is planned, coordinated, and executed with precision. When done correctly, lighting becomes invisible, yet its impact is undeniable—inviting, dramatic, or calming depending on the space and purpose.
The magic is in the details: integrated fixtures, careful beam placement, and intelligent dimming allow each layer of light to complement others, enhancing the overall environment while maintaining focus on what truly matters—the space itself.
For 38 years, Adaptive Design Group has set the standard in custom homes nationwide, ensuring that every project reflects a balance of artistry, technology, and functionality. Collaborating with architects, interior designers, and homeowners, we create environments that feel effortless, yet are the result of meticulous planning and expertise.
Contact us today to see how our lighting design can transform your project into something extraordinary.
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Landscape, Art, and Exterior Lighting in Harmony
Walking up a beautifully lit outdoor staircase can feel like entering another world, and this California residence exemplifies that experience. The stairway itself becomes both a functional path and an artistic element in the landscape, designed to complement the surrounding environment rather than dominate it. Take the California Stairway to Heaven. Hidden linear LED lighting under each tread provides just the right glow for safety, while simultaneously creating a subtle visual drama that enhances the natural textures of stone and foliage.
Beyond the stairs, the lighting design extends to pathways, plants, and carefully placed accent lights that highlight garden features and outdoor art installations. Each fixture is thoughtfully positioned so that every element—from a sculptural planter to the sweep of greenery—has its own space to shine. Layers of light, including decorative, task, and architectural exterior elements, work in harmony to create a cohesive outdoor environment that is both luxurious and inviting.
This project reflects Adaptive Design Group’s philosophy of balancing artistry with technology. Every specification, angle, and control system is meticulously planned and coordinated to achieve the perfect combination of beauty, safety, and functionality. The result is a landscape that feels alive at night, welcoming homeowners and guests alike into a space that celebrates nature, design, and innovation.
Enhance your outdoor living experience—contact us to explore how Architectural Lighting Design can transform your property.
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