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Its that time to settle in
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Its that time to settle in

It’s That Time to Settle In

It’s that time to settle in. The season slows, the evenings stretch longer, and the warmth of a good bottle shared with friends becomes a treasured ritual. In spaces like this custom wine room, Architectural Lighting Design does more than just illuminate—it sets the mood for moments that matter.

This isn’t about bright lights and basic fixtures. It’s about crafting an experience. Every bottle, every label, every subtle detail of the stone and wood finish is brought to life with purposefully placed light. From recessed overhead accents to the soft glow within the shelving, lighting guides your eyes and elevates the atmosphere. It transforms a cellar into a sanctuary—where heritage and taste are honored, and conversation flows as easily as the wine.

December brings an invitation to retreat indoors and savor the beauty of home. For our clients, that beauty is made tangible through thoughtful collaboration, intentional planning, and refined lighting design that brings it all together. Behind the scenes, our work integrates dimming controls, zoning, and material sensitivity to ensure every space feels just right, day or night.

Let us help you craft a space worth settling into—every season of the year.

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Wasatch Mountain Living
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Wasatch Mountain Living

Wasatch Mountain Living

WASATCH BACK. Stopped me in my tracks.

The Wasatch Back is more than a landscape—it’s a lifestyle. Rolling peaks, golden light spilling over forests, and crisp mountain air create a sense of serenity that few places can match. For those who design and live in luxury homes in this region, the natural beauty is an integral part of everyday life. At Adaptive Design Group, we understand that the way a home feels is shaped not just by architecture and décor, but by light itself—both natural and designed.

Envision wasatch mountain living. Imagine a morning stroll where the soft glow of the rising sun filters through vaulted windows, dancing across stone floors and warm wood ceilings. Evening arrives, and carefully layered architectural lighting transforms your outdoor terraces, pool areas, and indoor spaces, ensuring every moment is as inspiring as the mountains surrounding you. From recessed ambient lighting to task lights, art illumination, and decorative accents, every detail is coordinated to elevate the experience of living here.

The mountains teach us patience and perspective, and lighting allows us to translate that into a home. By blending natural daylight with expert design, we craft spaces that feel effortless, inviting, and endlessly adaptable. It’s about creating a highlife that embraces both the splendor of nature and the comfort of modern living.

Contact Adaptive Design Group to bring the Wasatch Back into your home with intentional, artful lighting. Experience life elevated by design and light.

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Lighting Design Creates Luxury
LIGHTING DESIGN CREATES LUXURY 589 589 Adaptive Design Group, Inc.

LIGHTING DESIGN CREATES LUXURY

Lighting Design Creates Luxury

Luxury is not just about the materials or the size of a home—it’s about the experience, the atmosphere, and the feeling that space evokes. Thoughtful lighting design plays a crucial role in crafting this sense of luxury. Every light, shadow, and glow is carefully curated to highlight architectural details, elevate artwork, and enhance textures, turning a beautiful home into an extraordinary one.

At Adaptive Design Group, we specialize in architectural lighting design that transforms spaces with elegance and intention. By blending artistry with cutting-edge technology, we create lighting schemes that are both functional and breathtaking. From the soft warmth of recessed lighting that invites relaxation to dynamic accent lighting that brings drama and depth, our designs define what luxury truly means.

Our integrated lighting control systems allow seamless adjustment of light levels and scenes to suit every mood and moment, giving homeowners effortless command over their environment. This level of customization ensures that luxury is not static but lives and breathes with those who inhabit the space.

Lighting Design Creates Luxury. Experience the difference that professional lighting design can make—where every detail contributes to a cohesive, luxurious atmosphere that welcomes and inspires.

Reach out to start your luxury lighting design project today.

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PROFESSIONAL LIGHTING DESIGN & ENGINEERING
PROFESSIONAL LIGHTING DESIGN & ENGINEERING AT CEDIA 589 589 Adaptive Design Group, Inc.

PROFESSIONAL LIGHTING DESIGN & ENGINEERING AT CEDIA

PROFESSIONAL LIGHTING DESIGN & ENGINEERING AT CEDIA, DALLAS 2022

CEDIA 2022 in Dallas brought together the best in smart home technology, lighting, and integration—and Adaptive Design Group was proud to be part of the conversation. As pioneers in Professional Lighting Design and Engineering, we took this opportunity to connect with fellow innovators, integrators, and industry leaders to share knowledge, explore new technologies, and reinforce the importance of lighting in the built environment.

The energy at the event was electric. From the show floor to private discussions with key partners, every moment reaffirmed that the future of home design demands integrated lighting solutions that are both artistic and engineered with precision. Lighting is no longer just an afterthought—it’s foundational to comfort, ambiance, and architectural storytelling.

Glenn Merlin Johnson and the Adaptive team enjoyed deep conversations around dimming control systems, The Merlin Light Projector, lighting automation, and the importance of coordinating with architects and designers from the earliest planning stages. These insights are essential to delivering the kind of seamless results clients expect from today’s high-end builds.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by, asked questions, and contributed to meaningful dialogue. We’re already looking forward to the next one.

Let’s bring intelligent lighting to your next project.

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ARCHITECTURE WITH LIGHT 589 589 Adaptive Design Group, Inc.

ARCHITECTURE WITH LIGHT

ARCHITECTURE WITH LIGHT, THE PERFECT COMBINATION. Its all in the details with proper specs and execution. We are your national architectural lighting design and engineers for Luxury Homes.
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Surrounded in LIGHT 589 589 Adaptive Design Group, Inc.

Surrounded in LIGHT

Faces of a Successful Lighting Family Legacy

Merlin Johnson died in May of 2022, and the inspirational impact on his sons’ lives has been profound. He was a Master Mason, AF veteran, master machinist, mechanical/electrical genius, talented lighting designer and founder of Artistic Lighting & Electric. He loved his wife Peggy Jean and encouraged his sons in the art of illumination.

Duane Johnson took over Artistic to become one of the Bay Area’s most experienced and trusted electrical contractors, offering lighting design, lighting control and innovative electrical contracting capabilities.

Glenn Johnson, CEO of Adaptive Design Group, in Utah, provides lighting design for the finest residences and art collections worldwide, wrote The Art of Illumination, and manufactures The Merlin Light, a museum-quality Art Lighting System.

Eric Johnson, principal of EJA Lighting Design, is a nationally award-winning lighting designer, collaborates with world-renown architects and designers, manages projects in the Bay Area, across the U.S and abroad, and has advised many lighting manufacturers and lighting technology companies.

The brothers will forever honor their dad, Merlin Johnson.

Only two kinds of LIGHT 589 589 Adaptive Design Group, Inc.

Only two kinds of LIGHT
There are only two kinds of LIGHT, the GLOW that illuminates and GLARE that obscures. Which do you Prefer? Choose ADAPTIVE DESIGN GROUP to Add the Artistry of Light to your projects.
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FINE ART PROJECTOR LIGHTS 589 589 Adaptive Design Group, Inc.

FINE ART PROJECTOR LIGHTS

MERLIN LIGHT FINE ART PROJECTOR LIGHTS. Installation progress on Dustin Yellen’s lamanated glass art. Museum quality, high performance, no comparison in our book. See the magic. Merlinlight.com

 

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Fine Art Deserves Fine Lighting
Fine Art deserves fine Lighting 589 589 Adaptive Design Group, Inc.

Fine Art deserves fine Lighting

Fine Art Deserves Fine Lighting

Fine Art deserves fine Lighting. When you invest in artwork that moves you—bold, expressive pieces that stop you in your tracks—it only makes sense to light them with the same level of care and precision. Pamela Nielsen’s vibrant, contemporary work is a perfect example. Her paintings are alive with emotion, texture, and color. To truly appreciate the depth and energy of her art, the lighting must do more than illuminate—it must elevate.

Enter The Merlin Light Framing Projector. This specialized tool allows us to craft a focused, museum-quality beam of light tailored specifically to the dimensions of each piece. The result? Pamela’s creations aren’t just visible—they glow with intention. Every detail stands out in high fidelity, and the artwork can be appreciated at all hours, in any ambient condition.

Lighting fine art is part science, part artistry. It requires a deep understanding of the materials, finish, and mood the artist intended to convey. Our team takes that responsibility seriously. Whether it’s a single cherished piece or a full gallery installation, we ensure the lighting respects and enhances the story the artist tells.

Reach out to illuminate your collection with the intention it deserves.

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Beautiful color corrected light
Beautiful color corrected light 589 589 Adaptive Design Group, Inc.

Beautiful color corrected light

Beautiful color corrected light

Holy Cow! This striking piece of art is framed in beautiful, color-corrected light thanks to our Merlin Light precision optical framing projector. With accurate beam control and expert placement, we’re able to highlight the finest details of any artwork—down to the textures, brushstrokes, and vibrant color palette the artist intended. In this case, that includes the bold expression of a contemporary cow portrait, and yes, we’re still moo-ved by the results.

Lighting fine art isn’t just about visibility—it’s about reverence. Our approach ensures that the environment around each piece supports the emotional intent of the work itself. That means high CRI (Color Rendering Index) sources, precision optics, and intelligent dimming all working together to preserve color fidelity and draw the eye where it matters most.

The Merlin Light Projector is one of our favorite tools for this kind of detail-forward work. Adjustable, architectural, and remarkably discreet, it allows our design team to sculpt light the same way an artist shapes a canvas.

Whether you’re showcasing personal collections or museum-quality installations, fine lighting is the secret ingredient that transforms a display into a moment.

Contact Us to bring your art to life with expert lighting design.

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