InSitu - June 2024
New Public Art Project Feature + Playlist
Public Art Project Feature: "Field of Histories"
The SEED was honored to collaborate on the lighting design for Field of Histories, a new permanent public art project in the Glass City Metropark in Toledo, Ohio. This project, designed by Bryony Roberts Studio, celebrates the rich histories of the Glass City.
The SEED's Summer Playlist
A sampling of what we have on repeat in the office this summer!
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InSitu - May 2024
New Project Feature + Recipe Share
Project Feature: "641 6th Ave. New York"
Originally constructed in 1987, the former Simpson Crawford Department Store has undergone a remarkable metamorphosis, emerging today as an architectural gem, seamlessly melding historical grandeur with contemporary sustainability...
Healthy Banana Oatmeal Cookies
A SEED Team favorite recipe share from Lindsey Dieter!
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InSitu - April 2024
New Project Feature, Happy Birthday Eric, Music Share
Project Feature: "Saint Ann's School"
The new Saint Ann's Computer Lab was designed to foster education, collaboration, and exploration...
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Happy Birthday Eric Dieter!
Sending our warmest wishes to Eric Dieter (Lindsey's Dad) on his birthday! Eric willingly offers us valuable insight and advice that prioritizes people and business equally.
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Team Feature - Music Share
This month's music share is brought to you by our very own Simon Schadler and his band's new record. They are on tour from 4/23 - 5/5.
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InSitu - March 2024
In conversation with Mattaforma + Team Member Feature
"Mattaforma"
Sustainable materials and the next generation of buildings
We had the pleasure of sitting down with Mattaforma founding partner, Lindsey Wikstrom to learn more about her research on sustainable materials and applications of mass timber in design.
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Team Feature - Yoni Remacka
Celebrating SEED's Lighting Design Intern, Yoni Remacka's Parsons MFA Lighting and Interior Design Project Work
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We Moved!
588 Broadway, Suite 703
New York, NY 10012
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InSitu - February 2024
Sustainability in Lighting Design, New Team Members and the US Bank Tower in LA
Stickbulb
Article by Lindsey Dieter, The SEED
Leading the charge in sustainable lighting fixtures, we sat down with NY based manufacturer, Stickbulb, to talk about their impactful design approach and process.
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We are excited to welcome Zhenyu Ye to The SEED!
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Project Feature: "US Bank Tower"
Warm, integrated lighting and decorative fixtures with natural finishes emphasize the sweeping views of the surrounding vista...
InSitu - January 2024
Unveiling Moments, Milestones, Memories, and the Science of Materials That Ignite Our Curiosity
2023 Wrap Up Video
Video by Simon Schadler, The SEED
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"2024 Musings"
January's Mood: Exploring the Fusion of Materials, Light, and Dynamic 3D Fabrications
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"Natural Surfaces"
by Udo Kuppers
An interesting article that explores the relationship of life forms across all scales and architecture.
InSitu - November 2023
On Daylight Savings + New Project Features + New Team Members
Project Feature: "The Lafayette Office"
A sun-drenched Soho workspace...
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"The Daylight Savings Time Debate"
by Lindsey Dieter, The SEED
A discussion surrounding the impact of daylight savings time and a look into the origins of the concept.
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We are honored to welcome Sabrina Amhama to The SEED!
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SEED's Holiday Playlist
InSitu - June 2023
On Lighting Design and Climate Change + New Team Members
"Lighting Design and Climate Change"
by Lindsey Dieter, The SEED
In response to the Canadian wildfires, we dive into the role that lighting design plays alongside the ongoing climate change crisis and how we, as designers, can work to avoid further damage to the earth.
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"From Ocean Plastic to Luminous Pendants"
A collection by Light Art
Lighting made entirely from recycled plastics found in the ocean.
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We are excited to welcome Yoni Remacka to The SEED!
InSitu - May 2023
On Cultural Practices in Lighting Design, New Project Features, and New Team Members
Galaxy Digital Headquarters (collaboration with Young Projects) published in Architectural Record Magazine
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"Cultural Practices in Lighting Design"
by Simon Schadler, The SEED
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Are/were you a Lighting Designer? Please click here for a short survey on Cultural Practices in Lighting Design
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We are honored to welcome Yuliya De la Calle to The SEED!
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InSitu - April 2023
Celebrating a Top 40 under 40 Award, Project Feature and the arrival of spring
"Celebrating Top 40 Under 40"
We are proud and honored to have our Design Director, Lindsey Dieter, recognized as one of the top 40 under 40 lighting designers from across the globe.
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Project Feature: 1307 NY Ave / The Herald
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The SEED's Spring 2023 Playlist
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InSitu - March 2023
On effects of lighting on wellbeing, environmental justice and equity
"TURN OFF The Bright Lights"
A look into what we as a society can do in regular practices in order to benefit the wellbeing of humans and the environment. The fragile balance of light and dark is explored further as humans continue to use light in unnecessary, harmful extremes that tend to disregard the need for and benefits of natural light.
by Aida Miron for The SEED
InSitu - Feburary 2023
Custom Lighting Design + Promotions and New Team Members
"The Selby Custom Chandelier"
We worked with Lusive Lighting to create a delicate first impression upon entry to the building
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Custom Lighting Design with The SEED
Video by Simon Schadler, The SEED
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"Celebrating Promotions + New Team Members"
Simon Schadler promoted to Lighting Designer
Sarah Gentile joins The SEED as a full time Lighting Designer
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InSitu - November 2022
In celebration of the Argo Contemporary Art Museum
"Argo Contemporary Art Museum wins Dezeen Awards"
Argo wins the 'Cultural Building of the Year (2022) and the Architecture Project of the Year (2022)
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"Argo contemporary Art Museum wins "The AGA Khan Award for Architecture"
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InSitu - October 2022
On the science of light for animal welfare and wildlife conservation
"The Zoological Lighting Institute: Mission and Zala Monitoring"
Insights into how lighting affects animals' behavioral/mental health and how it can be used as a tool to study the biology of animals further. A look into the ZLI's goals.
by James Carl Fischer, The Zoological Lighting Institute
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The SEED's Fall Playlist 2022
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InSitu - August 2022
On sensory processing differences
"Safety or Surveillance"
A look into the decisions made when considering urban lighting and why it is important to take the myriad sensory differences people might experience into account when doing so.
by Yalda Heshmati, NYU
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"What is neurodiversity? How can lighting designers ensure neurodiversity is considered in their work?"
by Deanna Fitzgerald
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InSitu - July 2022
The Light in our Homes + SEED Summer Playlist
"The Light in Our Homes"
The first in a series addressing lighting for the home
by Ilo Tarrant, The SEED
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We want to hear about your home lighting experience!
Complete our survey on the home lighting experience for a chance to win a 1-hour home lighting design consultation with The SEED
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The SEED's Summer Playlist 2022
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InSitu - June 2022
Developing new means of representing processes
"La Maison d'Omid (The House of Hope)"
Our collaboration with Atelier Shaa to create a sustainable and impactful residence that pays respect the surrounding site.
by Golsana Heshmati, The SEED
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"Mapping Critical Zones"
An analysis of the publication "TERRA FORMA" by Alexandra Arenes, Frederique Ait-Touati and Axelle Gregoire. The text seeks to understand the complexity of landscapes as well as humans' impact on the earth's critical zone through myriad collaborative methods.
by Aida Miron, The SEED
InSitu - May 2022
On sustainability & post-travel reflections
"A view of Climate Change from the Arctic Tundra"
An analysis of Dorte Mandrup's design philosophy through the film "Another Kind of Knowledge" and how her practice sensibly approaches sustainability
by Aida Miron, The SEED
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"Musings from the forest"
Reflections from recent travels to Northern Iran
by Golsana Heshmati, The SEED
InSitu - March 2022
Marking Women's History Month
"Progress and Practice"
A conversation with Lindsay Harkema (W.I.P Collective)
by Ilo Tarrant, The SEED
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We look at the works of Toshiko Mori: The Interweaving of Light and Material, an Atmospheric architecture of Experience and Social Responsibility
by Aida Miron, The SEED
InSitu - December 2021
New Projects + Team Members
We are excited to share one of our favorite projects completed in 2020: Argo Factory: Contemporary Art Museum & Cultural Centre
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Introducing Aida Miron to The SEED!
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Lessons from the podcast 'Sustainable Lighting Design':
with Isabel Villar & Maha Shalaby
A synopsis by Aida Miron
InSitu - June 2021
Fundamentals of Lighting
Introducing The SEED "Lighting Fundamentals: Pocket Guide"
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PERCEPTION - Factors of Visibility
Learn about the factors that affect our perception of the world around us.
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Dwelling in Light: Tactile, emotive, and life enhancing life.
Juhani Pallasmaa reflects on the miracles that light and shadow perform in architecture and art to enhance the lives of humans
InSitu - May 2021
Work From Home Lighting Tips + SEED Playlist
SEED SERIES: Light and Health - 03. Work From Home
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WORK FROM HOME - Lighting Tips!
A series of illustrations which demonstrates ways in which to improve the way your environment is being illuminated when working from home
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The SEED Playlist - May
InSitu - March 2021
Circadian Rhythm + New Projects + Recent Travels
SEED SERIES: Light and Health - 01. Circadian Rhythm
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ON THE BOARDS
An 1830s Church building in Sag Harbor NY, was transformed into a community arts center in collaboration with Skolnick Architects
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OUR LATEST COMPLETED PROJECT
Project Worldwide defines a new hub in NYC, in collaboration with STUDIOS Architecture.