InSitu - October 2022
On 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
The SEED's Fall Playlist 2022
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
"What is neurodiversity? How can lighting designers ensure neurodiversity is considered in their work?"
by Deanna Fitzgerald
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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The SEED's Summer Playlist 2022
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
"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
"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
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
Introducing Aida Miron to The SEED!
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"
PERCEPTION - Factors of Visibility
Learn about the factors that affect our perception of the world around us.
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
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
The SEED Playlist - May
InSitu - March 2021
Circadian Rhythm + New Projects + Recent Travels
SEED SERIES: Light and Health - 01. Circadian Rhythm
ON THE BOARDS
An 1830s Church building in Sag Harbor NY, was transformed into a community arts center in collaboration with Skolnick Architects
OUR LATEST COMPLETED PROJECT
Project Worldwide defines a new hub in NYC, in collaboration with STUDIOS Architecture.