The Lighting Practice is proud to announce that Caitlin Bucari has been promoted to Project Manager. Caitlin joined our team as a lighting designer in 2015. Her project work includes corporate, mixed-use, retail, multi-family residential and hospitality environments. Caitlin’s creative... View full entry »
The Lighting Practice is excited to share that our President, Helen K. Diemer, FIALD, LEED AP, was nominated and has been selected as a finalist for SmartCEO’s Philadelphia Circle of Excellence Awards in the category of Minority Owned Businesses.The Circle of Excellence Awards program... View full entry »
DesignPhiladelphia is the oldest design event in the country. It highlights the work of the city’s local designers, architects, and creative professionals. DesignPhiladelphia demonstrates Philadelphia’s reemergence as a 21st century city, molded by thoughtful design, the... View full entry »
June 17, 2015, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc. announced the commencement of construction for its premier W and Element dual-branded hotel development. The Lighting Practice is proud to be a part of the project team led by Vine Street Matthews Development and Cope Linder... View full entry »
The recent restorations at Duke Farms in Hillsborough, received recognition for their adaptation of the historic estate from the 25th annual New Jersey Historic Preservation Awards on May 14, 2015. The month of May celebrates the National Preservation Month. The Lighting Practice was excited to be... View full entry »
The Lighting Practice is thrilled to announce the recent promotion of Emad Hasan and Jonathan Hoyle to Associate. Both Emad and Jon have shown their commitment and dedication to lighting design, their clients and our team.Emad Hasan, Associate IALD, LEED BD + CAssociateEmad began his career with... View full entry »
This year The Lighting Practice submitted three (3) projects to our local IES Philadelphia Section’s awards program, The Philament Awards and to the Illuminating Engineering Society’s international awards program, The Illumination Awards.Both The Philaments and the Illumination Awards... View full entry »
The Lighting Practice is excited to share that Jered Widmer, MIES, IALD, Associate Principal, was recognized for his dedication to lighting design and furthering the mission of the IES Philadelphia Section during The Philament Awards on June 4, 2015. Jered has been an involved member of the IES... View full entry »
Philips Lighting spotlights Madison Square Garden’s dynamic LED façade lighting in their newsletter, Luminous Spec.Madison Square Garden (MSG) resides in the heart of New York City’s midtown Manhattan as a lively hub of sports, concerts and other entertainment events. As part of... View full entry »
The Lighting Practice is thrilled to share that Jered Widmer is an Associate Principal and share owner. Jered has been with TLP for 13 years, he joined our team immediately after graduating from Pennsylvania State University’s Architectural Engineering program in 2001. During his time... View full entry »
The Lighting Practice is proud to share that October 2014 marks 25 years in lighting design for our firm.TLP was founded in 1989 by Alfred R. Borden. Al wanted to create a place where like-minded designers could work in a collaborative environment dedicated to design excellence and client service... View full entry »
The Lighting Practice, a lighting design firm headquartered in Philadelphia, is pleased to announce that we have received Women Business Enterprise (WBE) certification from the State of New Jersey. With our expertise in lighting design for public, corporate, retail, healthcare, hospitality and... View full entry »
The Lighting Practice congratulates Jered E. Widmer on his recent acceptance as a Professional Member of the International Association of Lighting Designers (IALD). IALD Professional membership is available to architectural lighting designers who have at least five years of experience in the role... View full entry »
Last night, Wednesday July 24th, Helen K. Diemer, President of The Lighting Practice, was recognized by SmartCEO Magazine as a 2013 Philadelphia Brava! Award Winner. The Brava! Awards celebrate women business leaders who combine their irrepressible entrepreneurial spirit with a passion for... View full entry »
The Lighting Practice’s President, Helen K. Diemer, will be recognized for her leadership within our company, industry, and the local community by SmartCEO’s 2013 Brava! Awards.The Brava! Awards celebrate women business leaders who combine their irrepressible entrepreneurial spirit... View full entry »
The Lighting Practice, a lighting design firm headquartered in Philadelphia, is pleased to announce that we have received Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) certification from The Maryland Department of Transportation’s (MDOT) Office of Minority... View full entry »
First Baptist Dallas was founded in1868 and has continued to be a strong presence in downtown Dallas. With a growing congregation and aging facilities, First Baptist decided to move forward with a new campus in 2009. The goal was to create a community gathering place that encompassed all facets... View full entry »
Al Borden, Founding Principal of The Lighting Practice sat down with Mondo Arc Magazine to discuss TLP’s efforts to rebrand 230 Park Avenue by illuminating the iconic architecture. TLP was enlisted for this job by Monday Properties owner of 230 Park Avenue. By working... View full entry »
On December 31st The Lighting Practice was featured in the Business Section of The Philadelphia Inquirer. Diane Mastrull interviewed TLP's principals Helen Diemer, Michael Barber, and founder Al Borden about the firm's history, design and business philosophy, and outlook for the... View full entry »
TLP’s lighting solutions highlight the rich architectural finishes and convey a feeling of comfort and warmth. View full entry »
Projects Highlight Philadelphia-Based Lighting Design Firm’s Expertise in: Education, Hospitality, Public Spaces, Healthcare and Retail Industries PHILADELPHIA (April 3, 2012) – The Lighting Practice (TLP), a lighting design firm headquartered in Philadelphia, is working to enhance... View full entry »
