Lighting

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 are drawn upward through a sculptural tower of bottles and brushed metal. Step lighting and display illumination invite you closer, casting gentle glows across each shelf and accentuating the labels like artwork in a private gallery. But it doesn’t stop there—look higher, and you’ll notice a glass ceiling that opens the view to another room above, also filled with curated bottles, thoughtfully lit behind crystal-clear panels.

What might otherwise feel overwhelming becomes inviting, almost cinematic. Every element has a place. Every bottle has its moment. The lighting is calibrated to give warmth without glare, intention without distraction. Even the ladder—an elegant and practical detail—is lit in a way that feels like part of the display, blending form and function with grace.

This is the power of professional Architectural Lighting Design: the ability to shape a space not just by what it contains, but by how it’s perceived.

No two rooms are the same. But every room has a story. Let’s make sure yours is seen in the right light.

Partner with Adaptive Design Group—and let’s change your perspective.

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 seen and appreciated in the best light—literally.

At Adaptive Design Group, we approach lighting as a comprehensive experience. Every surface, corner, and design feature is considered, both inside and out. From recessed ceiling lights to decorative fixtures, task lighting, and accent layers, we carefully coordinate each source to complement the architecture, interior design, and the natural light that enters through windows.

This meticulous approach ensures that the mood of the space is enhanced, textures are accentuated, and the eye is drawn to what matters most. For a wine space or intimate lounge area, lighting becomes an artistic tool, emphasizing both functionality and beauty. Even subtle elements like shadows, reflections, or glow from a handling lamp can create depth, intimacy, and a sense of warmth throughout the room.

Professional lighting doesn’t just illuminate—it tells a story. Elements Are Brought to Life. By understanding the interplay between architecture, design, and technology, we ensure each space comes alive, every detail respected, every surface enhanced.

Elevate your home with lighting that captures the essence of its design. Contact us to discuss a custom Architectural Lighting Design plan for your residence.

Leading With Light

In the world of architectural lighting design, true mastery is neither accidental nor improvised. It is earned through decades of exploration, refinement, passion, and relentless commitment to the craft. At Adaptive Design Group, this philosophy begins at the top.

Our founder, Glenn Merlin Johnson, is not only a pioneer in the discipline but a visionary whose contributions have fundamentally shaped the industry. With over five trademarks related to advanced lighting design and integrated processes, Glenn has established frameworks that continue to influence how architects, designers, and builders think about illumination today.

But expertise alone does not define leadership—experience, curiosity, and dedication to innovation do. Glenn leads an exceptional team of designers and engineers who together hold over 80 years of combined experience. This depth of knowledge allows us to approach each project with a level of sophistication and intentionality that goes far beyond fixture selection or simple lighting placement. It’s a collaborative, architectural mindset—one that integrates light as a structural, emotional, and experiential component of the home.

Under Glenn’s guidance, our team continues to push the boundaries of what is possible with illumination. Whether designing lighting for ultra-luxury estates, architecturally ambitious mountain homes, modern minimalistic interiors, or natural landscapes protected under Dark Sky ordinances, we bring a level of precision that elevates each project into something truly unforgettable.

Glenn’s philosophy is encapsulated in one of his guiding principles:

“There are only two kinds of light; the glow that illuminates and the glare that obscures.”
— Glenn Merlin Johnson

This is more than a quote—it is the lens through which every decision is made. Illumination must enhance, not distract. It should reveal beauty, architecture, texture, and emotion without overpowering the space. Every design choice, every layer of lighting, and every technical detail is filtered through this commitment to clarity and purpose.

Adaptive Design Group is Leading With Light for a reason. 

Our work is driven by passion—passion for architecture, for precision, for craftsmanship, and for the profound impact that lighting has on how people feel inside their homes. It’s a passion that cannot be rushed. It cannot be replaced with guesswork or trend-chasing. It comes from decades of dedication, thousands of meticulously crafted projects, and the constant pursuit of excellence.

If you’re ready to bring this level of expertise and artistry to your own project, reach out and discover how Adaptive Design Group can illuminate your vision with intention, innovation, and unparalleled experience.

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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 that breathe life into your style, enhancing not just what you see, but what you feel.

We work intimately with homeowners, architects, and interior designers to ensure lighting is integrated from the earliest design phase. Layers of ambient, accent, task, and decorative lighting are chosen with care, matching material tones and spatial intent. When our team specifies lighting—from recessed cove lighting to precision-dimming fixtures and art-focused illumination—we’re crafting ambiance and emotion, not just visibility.

Our designs reveal the richness of wood grains, the artistry of metalwork, the textures of stone, and the vibrancy of art pieces. They create inviting pathways, comfortable layering between rooms, and subtle transitions between indoor elegance and outdoor tranquility. Each lighting element is intentionally aligned with your vision and your lifestyle.

Lighting exceptional interiors requires expertise—and an eye for detail. When done with design and intent, lighting becomes the art form that unifies a space.

Contact us to begin your lighting design journey and bring your style to life through masterful residential architectural lighting.

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See the Difference

Where Light Becomes Living Art

See the difference that professionally layered lighting makes—when every element of your space is considered through the trained eye of an Architectural Lighting Designer. At Adaptive Design Group, we don’t just light a room—we sculpt it with purpose, beauty, and precision.

Using our proprietary A.D.A.P.T.I.V.E.™ method, we design with eight essential layers of light:

• Architecture – Highlight the structure

• Decorative – Add personality and style

• Art – Illuminate treasured pieces

• Path – Guide the journey through your space

• Task – Support functional activities

• Interior Design – Enhance the material palette

• View – Frame what’s inside and beyond

• Exterior – Extend beauty and safety outdoors

These layers work in harmony to reveal the full potential of a space—subtle yet striking, timeless yet innovative.

Contact us to begin your layered residential lighting design project and experience the Adaptive difference.

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Artfully Placed Light

Warmth isn’t just a feeling—it’s a craft. At Adaptive Design Group, we understand that true comfort in a home comes from more than just temperature. It’s in the glow that welcomes you, the highlights that draw the eye, and the shadows that create depth. Artfully placed light shapes the mood of every room, turning a space from simply functional to deeply livable.

As architectural lighting designers, we don’t guess—we plan. Every fixture, every angle, and every lumen is carefully considered to complement the architecture and interior design. Whether we’re lighting a grand staircase, a curated art collection, or a cozy reading nook, the goal is the same: warmth, balance, and beauty through intentional illumination.

Smart home lighting systems and wireless control add another layer of ease, making it possible to shift the ambiance with a touch or automate the experience entirely. But the technology only works its magic when paired with a masterful design.

Want to elevate your home with intentional, artful light? Reach out to begin your residential lighting design journey.

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Illuminated Living

Stunning Views, Thoughtfully Designed Lighting

What makes a stunning view truly unforgettable? It’s not just the architecture or the setting—it’s how the space is experienced. In this luxurious outdoor scene, lighting becomes the quiet force that enhances every detail, guiding the eye and elevating the mood from sunset to deep into the night.

Multiple architectural layers define the space, each one receiving its own lighting treatment. From the soft glow around sculpted plants and precisely placed path lights to the gentle shimmer reflecting off the surface of an infinity-edge pool, everything works in concert to create a refined and immersive environment. Grass areas are subtly lit to preserve openness while maintaining definition, while sitting and lounge areas are bathed in warm, welcoming tones—inviting you to linger, unwind, and entertain with ease.

Its Illuminated Living. This is where lighting design transforms from function to art. It’s about knowing where to cast shadows and where to draw the eye, ensuring that every angle, every step, feels intentional. The result is a space that not only looks beautiful, but lives beautifully.

Let us help you sculpt your own outdoor masterpiece.
With Adaptive Lighting, you don’t just see the difference—you feel it.

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Make a Dramatic Impact

Make a dramatic impact on your landscape—with light.

When the sun sets, your home’s exterior shouldn’t disappear into the dark. Make a dramatic impact with light. With expert outdoor lighting design, your property transforms into a nighttime masterpiece. From sculptural trees to stone pathways, water features to architectural facades—every element of your landscape can be elevated with purposefully placed light.

At Adaptive Design Group, we craft more than just visibility. We design atmosphere, scale, and story. Our approach to outdoor and landscape lighting brings dimension to every surface and shadow, ensuring your home remains stunning from every angle—day or night.

Whether you’re aiming for subtle elegance or bold visual drama, smart lighting control systems give you the flexibility to shift mood and intensity with ease. And with decades of experience in architectural lighting design, our team creates plans that work seamlessly with your architecture, terrain, and vision.

Let’s bring your outdoor lighting to life. Contact us to get started on a residential landscape lighting project designed to make an unforgettable impression.

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