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Make it a Cozy Connection Photo by: Leni Schwendinger Part 1: C alling Bridge Experts and Enthusiasts Part 2: Color for Bridges Read about the Prospect-Refuge Theory: Gordon Cullen, The Concise Townscape  (1961) Archontia Manolakelli, A Discussion of Jay Appleton's Theory  (1975)

A special message to architects, engineers, designers & builders LINKS: Guerilla Lighting  - community lighting with flashlights Who are the Lighting Detectives? Derive ,  a critical term for walkability and wandering Vibelab  is a research, consultancy and advocacy agency dedicated to supporting creatives and supporting nighttime culture 24-hour economy strategy for Greater Sydney 24-hour London's Visio n

Calling All Bridge Experts and Enthusiasts Welcome to the 5-part Series on The Illuminating World of Bridges Part 2 PART 2 Public Space: Color Language (and its global model) Color theory: Light vs. Pigment Color Compositions and Narrative Interpretation Aesthetic Lighting, the Arts, and Dynamism Contemporary bridge lighting draws from other art-forms, theater  by crafting public dramas and music , where cadence lends rhythm and time. Lighting is essential to define the architectural form after dark. While the mounting locations and aiming of light sources are fixed, the production of luminous hues can change electronically. Although manufacturers tout the ability to create 16-million colors. The designer's artistic approach mandates selecting a minimal selection of the right colors. Introduce the variable of time : The light-artist programs color mixing systems into cross-fades. The resulting bridge image and resonance then varies over the course of evening and night. Luminous, transparent color overlays surfaces. Thus, the surface finish and illuminated color must blend. Circumvent undesirable color mixes like “urban mud” by conducting mock-ups for color palette selection. As discussed above for Kingston Bridge, information display  is one of the concepts underlying color usage for bridge lighting. Other concepts include identity, spectacle, and site-specificity . Site Specific:     Everyone Under the Sun and Moon  channels immediate water conditions in Ft Lauderdale  Video by Leni Schwendinger Light Projects Identity: A series of bridges in London, The Illuminated River   Photo by Color Kinetics Spectacle: Hernando de Soto Bridge, Memphis  Photo by Color Kinetics

Leni Schwendinger Light Projects is a renowned US-based professional lighting studio serving global clients. Over 20 years of designing innovative lighting concepts, providing full-service light designs that optimize city, urban, and public spaces. FUSING ART + URBAN DESIGN WITH LIGHT Urban dwellers and the city spaces they inhabit during the after-dark hours deserve distinct planning and design approaches. Leni Schwendinger Light Projects offers expert services from creative concepts to full-service lighting designs that optimize nighttime experiences, resulting in safety, beauty, and sustainability. Learn More Participate in our luminous world. Don't be shy – get in touch for advisory and design services: Lighting Design for Public Space and Infrastructure Smart Lighting and Smart Cities Advisory Solving Urban Nighttime Issues Remote Educational Presentations Campus Architects, Planners and Operations Make an appointment to discuss your project Submit

Light Projects by Leni Schwendinger is the #1 US based professional lighting studio serving global clients. For over 20 years Light Projects has been designing innovative lighting concepts and providing full-service lighting designs that optimize city, urban, and public spaces. Experts in both day and nighttime light experiences, resulting in spectacular creative visions with light offering safety, beauty, and sustainability. Planning + Community < Previous Next > Photo: Leni Schwendinger Light Projects Photo: Leni Schwendinger Light Projects 82nd Street Partnership Lighting Strategy Location Quees, NY Client 82nd Street Partnership (Business Improvement District) Team NightSeeing The 82nd Street Partnership (BID), located in a Queens New York City commercial core, required strategic lighting advice and three distinct creative designs. A lighting task-force was assembled and a NightSeeing™ program was initiated to educate the public and stakeholders before workshopping an approach for the district’s nighttime environment. Leni Schwendinger and her team worked closely with the Partnership and their constituency to envision a lighting strategy to connect and unify district-wide assets, establish a unique discernible identity and reinforce the Partnership’s effective stewardship on behalf of property owners, merchants, residents, workers, and visitors. Site-specific lighting programs were developed during the community meetings and workshop to enhance the after-dark experience of residents, workers, and visitors through legibility, safety, and city enjoyment. All night technical measurements and observations were undertaken throughout the study area. Through the NightSeeing™ analysis, darkened gaps and on–the- ground observations identified opportunities for light to unlock potentials and strengthen area assets (subway transit nodes, building facades, public art, etc), with an eye on creating an enhanced district signature. Three model project designs were presented for funding. The “Living Lanterns” to activate public spaces with a Festival of Light, the “One Light at Night” is a storefront program, and the “Underpass Light” which illuminates the traffic corridor intersections, marks overground subway stops and enhances place identity. A set of core principles were established. - Quality of Life - Economic Development - Enhance Community Building - Placemaking - Public Health & Safety - Public-Private Partnership Guidelines were assembled in book form for future consideration.

Light Projects by Leni Schwendinger is the #1 US based professional lighting studio serving global clients. For over 20 years Light Projects has been designing innovative lighting concepts and providing full-service lighting designs that optimize city, urban, and public spaces. Experts in both day and nighttime light experiences, resulting in spectacular creative visions with light offering safety, beauty, and sustainability. Public Art < Previous Next > Uptown Flash Location East Harlem, New York Client Uptown Grand Central, NYC Department of Transportation and Design Trust for Public Space Team Design support: Hamilton Guillén Fabrication and installation: Craig Friedman Productions On-site braiding: Local volunteers Artist Leni Schwendinger has transformed a once bleak underpass into a cozy, bright and friendly plaza. In the recent past, pedestrians and commuters walked around the Department of Transportation-designated space at night rather than crossing through it. Residents and visitors now exclaim upon the luminous color and lights overhead with surprise and pleasure. The art installation is composed of simple materials made by locals and professionals. D.I.Y. string lights and community engagement work hand-in-hand. The artist’s concept is based on the design and history of hair braiding. Plaited light strands suspended below the Park Avenue Viaduct transform a desolate plaza into a luminous place to meet. To produce the artwork 150’ bulbed strands were laid out on the pavement. Neighbors and transit riders stopped by to try their hand and apply their imaginations to create the spatial and perception altering marquee. A grand opening event welcomed the neighborhood during the darkened hours of the winter solstice. Leni conducted a mini NightSeeingTM walk along the linear, raised Metro North Railway Harlem station. Guests experienced the qualities of local electrical light. Uptown Flash switched on after the observational exercise. Celebratory marching bands and free hot chocolate highlighted the event. The plaza now hosts art, theater and a market.