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Learn about lighting and be inspired. The #1 podcast about the people, process, and product of design - all with a little love for light along the way. Featuring creative minds who want to walk into their own story - from designers to manufacturers, innovators, and professors - unpack their vision, ideas, accomplishments, and habits that make it happen!

  1. Lighting's Next Big Problem - Andrea Wilkerson + Rachel Fitzgerald

    9 DE SET.

    Lighting's Next Big Problem - Andrea Wilkerson + Rachel Fitzgerald

    LEDs were supposed to last forever. But what happens when they don’t? Host Sam Koerbel talks with Rachel Fitzgerald (Stantec) and Andrea Wilkerson (PNNL) about a growing crisis: the lack of replaceable components in LED systems. From failing fixtures in schools and offices to flickering tubular LEDs and the fluorescent phase-out, this conversation calls for real accountability from manufacturers, reps, and the supply chain. 👉 Why listen? Learn why warranties aren’t enough Hear how schools, hospitals, and offices are struggling with maintenance Get the truth about Type B tubular LEDs and flicker Understand how “right to repair” could shape lighting’s future This is thought leadership with a challenge: the industry must act before failures pile up.

    54min
  2. Luxury Living: The State of Lighting + AV Dealers - Trent Mulligan

    26 DE AGO.

    Luxury Living: The State of Lighting + AV Dealers - Trent Mulligan

    Lighting is the biggest opportunity most integrators aren’t taking full advantage of. In this episode, Trent Mulligan shares how reps and dealers can unlock real revenue, why luxury homes are often underlit, and why education and early involvement are the keys to making lighting work. 🎧 Listen now to hear: How to grow without doubling staff Why “bad light” is still the norm in high-end homes The power of getting in at the start of a project

    1h9min
  3. Luxury Living: Lighting's Ultimate Business Frontier - Alex Lelchuk, Brian Anderson, Rocky Settecasi

    12 DE AGO.

    Luxury Living: Lighting's Ultimate Business Frontier - Alex Lelchuk, Brian Anderson, Rocky Settecasi

    Lighting is the fastest-growing frontier in home tech—and Brian Anderson, Rocky Settacassi, and Alex Lelch share exactly how they’re making it pay off. From building immersive showrooms to mastering LED challenges and collaborating with designers, this episode is packed with insights for integrators, dealers, and designers ready to turn lighting into a thriving part of their business. Whether you're just curious about lighting or ready to build a profitable new division, this conversation offers a step-by-step look at the process, challenges, and opportunities.

    43min
  4. The Truth About Lighting Pricing - Justin Streeb

    5 DE AGO.

    The Truth About Lighting Pricing - Justin Streeb

    The hardest part of buying lighting isn’t the check - it's making sure you get what you ordered. In one of the most eye-opening conversations we’ve had, Justin Streeb, Co-Founder and CSO of 1 LUX, breaks down the behind-the-scenes chaos of actually buying lights. With over 20 years in the industry, Justin went from designing high-end homes in Aspen to founding multiple companies that now sit at the intersection of design, distribution, and strategy. This episode dives into why lighting procurement is so complicated, how the supply chain is fundamentally misaligned with design intent, and what it takes to build a business that truly serves both the specifier and the end client. Justin shares war stories from the 2008 recession, lessons from scaling up, and what still frustrates him about how our industry buys light. Wondering: “why is this so hard?”, This episode will shine a light on the answer.

    1h
  5. AI Changes Design - Paul Boken

    22 DE JUL.

    AI Changes Design - Paul Boken

    AI is changing design—not by replacing creativity, but by clearing space for it. In this episode, we explore how designers can use AI to save time, improve documentation, and focus more on what matters: ideas. From writing proposals to generating marketing assets, we talk through the real ways AI fits into a design workflow—and why it’s up to creatives to shape how it’s used.

    32min
  6. Luxury Living: CEDIA Elevates Lighting

    15 DE JUL.

    Luxury Living: CEDIA Elevates Lighting

    Lighting is no longer just an accessory — it’s becoming a core profit center for AV integrators. In this episode, Sam Koerbel sits down with CEDIA co-founder Tom Doherty and current CEO Daryl Friedman to explore why lighting is now a strategic focus for the custom integration industry. They discuss: Why lighting represents the next big opportunity for integrators The challenges of adding lighting to your business model How CEDIA plans to educate and support its members What does this shift mean for the future of smart home integration Whether you're already exploring lighting or still unsure where to start, this episode offers clarity, leadership, and insight into the future of residential technology.

    48min
  7. AI Imitates, Designers Create - Sarah Richter

    1 DE JUL.

    AI Imitates, Designers Create - Sarah Richter

    AI is changing the game — but not the designer.In this episode, Sarah Richter shares how she’s using AI to enhance creativity, save time, and stay focused on what really matters: the design. We cover:🎯 Where AI fits in early-stage workflows📬 How it’s helping with client comms + marketing🧠 Why curiosity (not code) is the key to using AI well If you’ve been wondering how real designers are actually using AI — this one’s for you.

    40min
  8. Luxury Living: Designers + AV Dealers Gotta Dance

    19 DE JUN.

    Luxury Living: Designers + AV Dealers Gotta Dance

    There’s a shift happening in the custom home world—AV integrators are stepping into lighting, but most don’t realize they’re now part of a much bigger story. This episode explores that turning point. It’s about power, partnership, and what happens when two expert worlds—lighting design and technology integration—finally meet. Whether you're trying to add margin through lighting, avoid conflict on job sites, or just figure out what lighting designers actually do—this is your guide. In this episode, renowned lighting designers Sean O’Connor and Thomas Paterson unpack: - What lighting design really is—and why it’s more than fixture plans - How integrators and designers can stop stepping on each other’s toes - Why early communication changes everything - What it looks like to share ownership and still get paid - How to “take care of each other” in a fragmented supply world This isn’t about fluff. It’s about real-world collaboration, respect, and helping integrators win in a space they’re just beginning to explore.

    1h
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Learn about lighting and be inspired. The #1 podcast about the people, process, and product of design - all with a little love for light along the way. Featuring creative minds who want to walk into their own story - from designers to manufacturers, innovators, and professors - unpack their vision, ideas, accomplishments, and habits that make it happen!

Informações

  • Criado por
    Lytei
  • Anos de atividade
    2019 - 2025
  • Episódios
    125
  • Classificação
    Livre
  • Copyright
    © 627647
  • Site do podcast
    LytePod

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