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Illumination With Purpose
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Illumination With Purpose

Illumination With Purpose

Lighting design is far more than a technical discipline—it is an art form that shapes how we perceive space, color, texture, and emotion. At Adaptive Design Group, this philosophy is deeply rooted in the teachings and vision of our founder, Glenn Merlin Johnson, whose approach to lighting has influenced countless projects and continues to guide our team today.

Glenn’s perspective can be captured in one powerful idea:

“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

This statement is not just inspiration—it is foundational architectural truth. Light determines how every component of a home is experienced. Without thoughtful illumination, materials fall flat, textures lose dimension, and architectural form blends into obscurity. With the right lighting strategy, however, a space becomes alive—rich with nuance, depth, clarity, and emotion.

At Adaptive Design Group, we approach every project with this philosophy at the center. Each layer of lighting is carefully planned to reveal architecture in its best possible expression. Color temperatures are selected to enhance natural materials. Accent lighting is positioned to draw the eye to meaningful details. Shadowing is used intentionally to create contour, definition, and sculptural presence. The result is not simply brightness—it is experience.

Crafting the perfect home experiences because we design Illumination With Purpose.

This mindset has shaped our work for decades, empowering us to collaborate seamlessly with architects, interior designers, and builders who understand that lighting is an essential part of the design process—not an afterthought. Whether we are illuminating a world-class mountain residence, a modern minimalist home, or a warm, intimate interior, our focus remains the same: design with purpose, illuminate with intention, and create environments that are as functional as they are breathtaking.

Glenn’s insights continue to guide the way we innovate, teach, and design—ensuring that every project we touch reflects the highest standards of artistry and technical expertise.

If you’re ready to bring this level of thoughtful, intentional lighting design to your next home, contact us and discover how transformative the right illumination can be.

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Lighting Up Lightapalooza
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Lighting Up Lightapalooza

Lighting Up Lightapalooza

Lighting Up Lightapalooza 2 with innovation, leadership, and collaboration. This week in Arizona, Glenn Merlin Johnson joined forces with industry pioneer David Weinstein to help illuminate the future of lighting design at one of the most exciting events in the field. Hosted by the incomparable Tom Doherty, Lightapalooza brings together the best minds in architectural lighting, controls, and integration for a multi-day experience of learning, networking, and inspiration.

Glenn was honored to be a featured guest and panelist, sharing over 35 years of expertise in adaptive lighting design and controls. His session focused on the future of architectural lighting—what it means to design for the human experience, how layered lighting transforms space, and why intelligent dimming systems are central to modern design thinking. Alongside David, they spoke to a packed room of professionals eager to bridge the gap between technology and design excellence.

These events are more than just industry conferences—they’re a chance to inspire, connect, and push the boundaries of what lighting can achieve. We’re proud to represent the best in architectural lighting and grateful to be part of an event that celebrates both innovation and artistry.

Let’s bring your next project into the spotlight. Contact Us

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Quality is never accidental
Quality is never accidental 589 589 Adaptive Design Group, Inc.

Quality is never accidental

Park City, Utah Jewel Box GLOWING with Glenn Merlin’s “Art of Illumination”. Quality is never accidental. Vision, Planning and Collaboration is the only way to success in todays Modern Homes.

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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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CEDIA 2022 in Dallas Texas
CEDIA 2022 in Dallas Texas 589 589 Adaptive Design Group, Inc.

CEDIA 2022 in Dallas Texas

CEDIA 2022 in Dallas Texas

CEDIA 2022 at the Dallas Convention Center marked a defining moment for professionals who work at the highest levels of luxury residential design and technology. From September 29 through October 1, Booth 1042 became more than just a destination — it became a gathering point for elite CI members who understand that true luxury is built through collaboration, precision, and deeply considered design.

This event reflected the growing influence of architectural lighting within the custom home industry. Glenn Merlin Johnson was a featured voice in the conversation around “Lighting Your Path to Luxury,” sharing decades of experience on how light shapes not only a space, but the way people live within it. When lighting is treated as a foundation rather than an afterthought, the home becomes more than a structure — it becomes an experience.

CEDIA 2022 in Dallas, Texas brought together integrators, architects, interior designers, and technology leaders from around the country, all with a common goal: to raise the standard of what is possible in high-end residential environments. These conversations matter because luxury today is no longer defined by excess — it’s defined by restraint, harmony, and systems that work flawlessly behind the scenes.

Booth 1042 served as a space for meaningful dialogue around innovation, lighting control, and the role that collaboration plays in executing sophisticated homes. The most successful projects are never built in isolation. They are shaped by teams who understand how architecture, interior design, lighting, and technology must operate as a unified vision.

Adaptive Design Group was proud to be part of this level of discourse — not as a spectacle, but as a steady voice rooted in experience, artistry, and technical discipline. Events like CEDIA are not simply trade shows; they are opportunities to reinforce the importance of process, partnership, and the human element behind every world-class project.

If you’re creating luxury spaces and looking to elevate them through intentional lighting design and meaningful collaboration, we invite you to connect with us and begin the conversation about how light can define your next project.

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ARCHITECTS ARE OUR TEAM CAPTAINS 589 589 Adaptive Design Group, Inc.

ARCHITECTS ARE OUR TEAM CAPTAINS

ARCHITECTS ARE OUR TEAM CAPTAINS. How many team members get praises like this from their leaders. Perfecting our profession for 35 years comes with its rewards. Thanks Jack Snow.

“Thanks Guys —A very quick scan through makes me think you guys are gods—l really appreciate all your hard work” — Jack K. Snow A.I.A

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WINNING TEAM in CYBER SECURITY
WINNING TEAM in CYBER SECURITY 589 589 Adaptive Design Group, Inc.

WINNING TEAM in CYBER SECURITY

WINNING TEAM in CYBER SECURITY

THE WINNING TEAM in CYBER SECURITY: GUARDDOG.AI.

In today’s luxury homes, technology is no longer an accessory — it is the backbone of how a residence functions. From intelligent lighting systems and integrated controls to whole-home automation and connected IoT devices, modern estates rely on robust, always-on digital infrastructure. With that advancement comes responsibility. At the highest level of custom home design, cybersecurity is now essential.

As design professionals in high-end residential environments, the conversation doesn’t stop at visual beauty or functionality. It extends into the protection of data, privacy, and system integrity. A beautifully designed home means very little if the digital foundation behind it is vulnerable. This is where thoughtful cybersecurity solutions come into play — and why partnerships with forward-thinking platforms like GuardDog.AI have become so important within the luxury home ecosystem.

During this period of collaboration, Glenn Merlin Johnson worked alongside GuardDog.AI in business development, helping bridge the gap between technology, design, and real-world implementation. His role emphasized a growing truth in the industry: lighting designers, integrators, and technical experts are no longer working in isolation. We are stewards of an entire experience — visual, emotional, architectural, and digital.

“At Adaptive Design Group, our responsibility is not only to shape how a home feels, but how it functions and protects the people inside it.”

His original sentiment captures this perfectly:

“As design professionals in home tech it is our responsibility to provide our clients protection over their homes entire network of wired and wireless IoT products. This is the simplest and most cost effective solution by far! Glad to help with business development.” — Glenn Merlin Johnson

Luxury homeowners demand more than elegance; they demand certainty. They expect their environments to be secure, their systems to be reliable, and their privacy to be preserved. Cybersecurity is now an invisible layer of luxury — one that works quietly behind the scenes, much like exceptional lighting design.

At Adaptive Design Group, we remain committed to advancing the technical and artistic standards of the modern home. Whether through architectural lighting, integrated systems planning, or strategic collaboration with cybersecurity innovators, our work is always centered around creating intelligent, resilient, and protected environments.

If you’re building or evolving a technologically advanced home, reach out to us to explore how thoughtful collaboration can safeguard your vision while elevating your lifestyle.

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PLUG & PROTECT
PLUG & PROTECT 589 589 Adaptive Design Group, Inc.

PLUG & PROTECT

PLUG & PROTECT

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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