Category Archives for Light and inspiration
Thinking out of the box
Singapore, 21st June 2012 Thinking out of the box is an art…literally. As a designer it is something we are challenged to do on a near daily basis but when I look around I actually see very little signs of … Continue reading
Even the best fail
Singapore, 18th June 2012 The Dutch have just been sent packing from the Euro 2012 Soccer Tournament :(. We did not even win a game, what a shame! Being (one of) of the best, having some of the greatest talents … Continue reading
Inspiration
Singapore, 12th June 2012 Lighting design is very much about inspiration. Every time we start a design part of our creation is inspiration. Yes we are guided by practical considerations which are either directed by the clients brief, operator guidelines … Continue reading
Mainstream media exposure
Singapore, 11th June 2012 Part of our job, when you get more established and recognised as expert lighting designer, is that your opinion is being sought by the professional media. In my life as professional lighting designer I have had … Continue reading
For “guts” and glory
Yangon, Myanmar, 6th June 2012 My last day in Yangon…we took the time to go visit one of the other leading hotels in the city currently undergoing renovation to have some reference in regards to the local design and contractor … Continue reading
Looking back at L+B 2012
Singapore, 3rd May 2012 Back at work…it is amazing how much work can pile up when you have been away for a while! Still jet-lagging a bit, though the labour day holiday allowed me to recover some of the sleep … Continue reading
Ed Alvero
Singapore, 2nd May 2012 It is with a great sadness that I restart my blogging. During my leave in Europe I heard the news of the passing away of Ed Alvero, my friend and colleague in Manila. Ed had recently … Continue reading
Day 6 – Erco
Netherlands, 21st April 2012 My last day in Germany was the conclusion of my Erco visit, before heading off to see my parents in Holland. I will be on leave for a week during which I will not be blogging. … Continue reading
Light & Build 2012 Day 5
Frankfurt-Ludenshcheid, 20th April 2012 Light Watch 3-57: Light & Build 2012 Day 5 and ERCO factory visit impressions Philips LED seminar, the strive towards defining quality criteria Konika – Minolta with its latest light meter; Lux levels, Colour temperature, Colour … Continue reading
Light & Build 2012 Day 4
Frankfurt, 19th April 2012 Light Watch 3-56: Light & Build 2012 Day 4 impressions Roberto proudly presenting the latest flatline LED products from PIL Cree modules and urban systems Occhio with the touch control (IO3D)and flexilens (Piu Terra3D) Interesting materials … Continue reading

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