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athenahealth

November 20, 2019 / no comments

Arsenal on the Charles

Exterior
LOCATION: Watertown, MA
COMPLETED: 2019
SIZE: 464,000 SF
OWNERS: AthenaHealth
ARCHITECT: Charles Rose Architects
PHOTOGRAPHER: © Chuck Choi

DESIGN TEAM:Robert Osten
 Dan Weissman

The first phase of athenahealth’s Master Plan at Arsenal on the Charles includes a parking garage for 1,600 vehicles; a public park on the south edge, creating a civic space for athenahealth employees and the surrounding community; connectivity through the campus, and a dynamic screen wall at the entry into an adjacent existing building. Surrounding the garage, pedestrian-scaled pole-mounted lighting creates comfortable and safe nighttime environments. At the adjacent Building 39, a new entry is composed of a backlit, dynamic lightweight metal screen, which creates a focal point along the façade and conceals an unattractive 1990s warehouse addition. In the evening, the illuminated screen produces a lantern-like effect, slowly changing colors to enliven the busy circulation corridor.

The Boston Globe

September 16, 2019 / no comments

The Boston Globe

Corporate
LOCATION: Boston, MA
COMPLETED: 2018
SIZE: 62,525 SF
OWNERS: The Boston Globe
ARCHITECT: Gensler
PHOTOGRAPHER: © Richard Mandelkorn

DESIGN TEAM:Robert Osten
 Dan Weissman
 Maggie Golden

A world leader in journalism, the Boston Globe recently relocated from their Morrissey Boulevard facility to floors two and three of 53 State Street in vibrant downtown Boston. The renovation includes offices space, conference rooms, common areas featuring social spaces, a newsroom “hub,” and re-use of a grand staircase in the building lobby as their main entrance. Seeking a clean and minimalistic aesthetic, the lobby uses discreet low-brightness downlights interspersed with decorative pendants and repurposes the ‘B’ and ‘G’ from the Globe’s former headquarters sign. Office spaces are comfortably bright, taking advantage of linear fixtures integrated within the ACT support system. Conference rooms extend this clean aesthetic, employing a rectilinear ring of light around each room with a blade of clear acrylic.

Middlesex Community College Academic Arts Building

September 11, 2019 / no comments

Middlesex Community College Academic Arts Building

Academic
LOCATION: Lowell, Massachusetts
COMPLETED: 2018
SIZE: 20,000 SF
OWNERS: Massachusetts DCAMM
ARCHITECT: Leers Weinzapfel
PHOTOGRAPHER: © Robert Benson Photography

DESIGN TEAM:Robert Osten
 Dan Weissman

Originally a train depot (constructed in 1877), this performing arts center relied on an egg-shaped form inserted into the building to act as the new structure, as well as forming the volumes for the three primary spaces contained within: a theater, a music recital hall, and a dance studio. Central to the lighting design concept was to light this form, turning the ornate façade into a dynamic color-changing lantern. Within the theater space, a grid of color-changing nodes, mounted to a bespoke cable system creates a false ceiling, which may be used for both house lighting and performances. Lighting in the music recital hall echoes the design in the theater: various lengths of linear low-voltage fixtures are mounted to aircraft cable running the length of the space, and interspersed with track lights, serving as the performance lighting.

Raleigh-Durham International Airport

February 11, 2015 / no comments

Raleigh-Durham International Airport
Raleigh-Durham International Airport
Raleigh-Durham International Airport
Raleigh-Durham International Airport
Raleigh-Durham International Airport

Raleigh-Durham International Airport

Civic
LOCATION: Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina
COMPLETED: 2011
SIZE: 920,000 sq. ft.
OWNERS: Raleigh-Durham Airport
ARCHITECT: Fentress Bradburn Architects, Ltd.
PHOTOGRAPHER: © Fentress Architects

DESIGN TEAM:Robert Osten
 James Perry

The Raleigh-Durham International Airport Terminal 2 combines the region’s heritage and landscape with architectural forms and materials. Its roofs evoke the hills and culture of North Carolina’s Piedmont region, while the daylit interior provides natural, invigorating light for weary travelers. Energy efficient, long life linear fluorescent concealed fixtures provide the majority of the building’s interior illumination. Working with the long extruded form of the concourse, multiple rows of linear fluorescent cove fixtures cross-light the curved ceilings, providing soft ambient lighting for circulation spaces. Holdrooms with reading and seating areas, along with security check points, that require higher light levels, utilize task-focused direct lighting. Careful zoning and circuiting of entire fixture rows allows for multiple light levels to be achieved by simple switching; saving on dimming costs, fixtures respond to daylight conditions and can provide 1/3, 2/3 or full output over the course of the day and under different daylight conditions.

In the larger ticketing hall volume, fully concealed symmetrical distribution metal halide fixtures are hidden on top of ticketing islands at the center of the space to supplement and mix with the fluorescent indirect lighting from the edges. In both conditions, a redundancy is built into the design to maximize the flexibility of desired light levels through careful switching, while also minimizing any possible color shift from one lamp source to another.

Terminal 2’s high-tech design reflects the cutting-edge impact of three universities and numerous bioscience companies in the nearby Research Triangle Park. As the world’s first major airport with a wood truss structure, Terminal 2 provides a warm, inviting passenger experience. Long-span wood trusses create column-free spaces from ticketing to security that are both efficient and flexible. The beautiful trusses and ceilings were designed to remain unmarred by lighting hardware, yet still reflect ambient light to ticketing hall and concourse below; the lighting disappears into the architectural fabric of the building and enhances the experience of the luminous environment.

Orlando Federal Courthouse

February 11, 2015 / no comments

Orlando Federal Courthouse
Orlando Federal Courthouse
Orlando Federal Courthouse

Orlando Federal Courthouse

Civic | Daylighting
LOCATION: Orlando, Florida
COMPLETED: 2006
SIZE: 308,000 sq. ft.
OWNERS: General Services Administration
ARCHITECT: Leers Weinzapfel Associates Architects, Inc.
AWARDS: 2007 IES New England Section Illumination Award
CERTIFICATIONS: LEED Certified
PHOTOGRAPHER: © Peter Aaron / Esto

DESIGN TEAM:Robert Osten
 Justin Brown

The majority of the southern façade of Orlando’s massive new Federal Courthouse is dominated by a glass atrium shielded with an elaborate sunshelf system. Carefully placed linear bars of anodized aluminum provide precise solar glare control during the hot summer months without obstructing the expansive views to the outside. The result, created through extensive scale modeling with photometric and video analysis, is that at all times of the year the atrium feels bathed in comfortable daylight.

Exquisite stained glass art panels in several locations flood the area with rich colors. The atrium is transformed at night into a glowing lantern through the use of integrated metal halide floods that wash the ceiling, and concealed accent fixtures directly lighting the decorative glass panels. Further reinforcing the beacon effect is the illuminated top of the monolithic entry tower which rises above the upper floors containing the courtrooms.

Concealed indirect cove lighting is used in each courtroom to uplight the central coffers and to carry through the feeling of spaciousness from the atrium. A perimeter light slot washes the walls and emphasizes the strong geometric lines of the spaces, while recessed adjustable downlights focus higher light levels at the clerks’ and judges’ benches.

Minimal compact fluorescent downlights fill in where required for proper emergency lighting. A low-voltage lighting control system allows simple lighting scenes to be accessed by keypads located throughout the space.

Chattanooga 21st Century Waterfront

February 11, 2015 / no comments

Chattanooga 21st Century Waterfront
Chattanooga 21st Century Waterfront
Chattanooga 21st Century Waterfront
Chattanooga 21st Century Waterfront

Chattanooga 21st Century Waterfront

Exterior
LOCATION: Chattanooga, Tennessee
COMPLETED: 2006
SIZE: 129 acres
OWNERS: City of Chattanooga
ARCHITECT: Hargreaves Associates
PHOTOGRAPHER: © Lam Partners, © Hargreaves Associates

DESIGN TEAM:Robert Osten
 Keith Yancey

129 acres of development along both the north and south shores of the Tennessee River revitalize the outdoor experience.

Parks, open space, fountains, and bridges animate the shores at night with the addition of new lighting. Sculptural lighting forms accentuate nodes and circulation paths, and provide an improved sense of place.

Shrine Asian Kitchen Lounge and Nightclub at MGM Foxwoods

February 11, 2015 / no comments

Shrine Asian Kitchen Lounge and Nightclub at MGM Foxwoods
Shrine Asian Kitchen Lounge and Nightclub at MGM Foxwoods
Shrine Asian Kitchen Lounge and Nightclub at MGM Foxwoods
Shrine Asian Kitchen Lounge and Nightclub at MGM Foxwoods
Shrine Asian Kitchen Lounge and Nightclub at MGM Foxwoods
Shrine Asian Kitchen Lounge and Nightclub at MGM Foxwoods
Shrine Asian Kitchen Lounge and Nightclub at MGM Foxwoods

Shrine Asian Kitchen Lounge and Nightclub at MGM Foxwoods

Retail & Hospitality
LOCATION: Ledyard, Connecticut
COMPLETED: 2008
SIZE: 21,000 sq. ft.
OWNERS: Big Night Entertainment Group
ARCHITECT: Niemitz Design Group
AWARDS: 2009 IES Boston Section Illumination Award
PHOTOGRAPHER: © Lam Partners

DESIGN TEAM:Robert Osten
 Will Lewis

A fusion of lighting and interior design creates a dramatic and exciting dining and entertainment experience in this Asian-inspired restaurant and nightclub.

Using darkness as an essential lighting element, together with color, contrast, and candlelight, a progression of memorable views is shown at every turn by highlighting artifacts, raising textures, and enhancing the space’s material richness. Strategically placed focal points and calculated brightness compositions create a variety of unique destinations for privacy or publicity.

A red lacquered wall is silhouetted from below with continuous LEDs uplighting a golden backdrop, and front-lighted with low-voltage fixtures concealed in architectural outriggers. Specular highlights and sharp shadows from above yield to a filtered golden glow at the base, bringing depth and drama to a dynamic façade that changes as you approach.

Sheer fabric “birdcages” descend on the dining lounge from a motorized frame, creating intimacy and warmth over the tables.

White LEDs under the main bar reveal a chocolate wood face, and project an outline on the floor. Bottles glow atop fluorescent-backlighted acrylic.

Elsewhere, an internally illuminated bamboo resin wall delineates spaces, and lighted object niches provide focus for private banquettes. A lantern festival of custom fabric pendants floats above an upper dining area.

After dinner, the dining lounge transforms into the dancefloor. As birdcages are lifted up and replaced with speaker trusses, Shrine becomes a world-class party venue.

Logan International Airport Terminal E

November 26, 2014 / no comments

Logan International Airport Terminal E
Logan International Airport Terminal E
Logan International Airport Terminal E
Logan International Airport Terminal E
Logan International Airport Terminal E
Logan International Airport Terminal E
Logan International Airport Terminal E

Logan International Airport Terminal E

Civic

LOCATION: Boston, Massachusetts
COMPLETED: 2005
SIZE: 1,200,000 sq. ft.
OWNERS: Massport Authority
ARCHITECT: Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP
AWARDS: 2007 IES New England Section Illumination Award
PHOTOGRAPHER: © Douglas A. Salin, © AP Photo / Chitose Suzuki

DESIGN TEAM:Robert Osten
 James Perry

The striking international terminal at Logan Airport provides a world-class gateway for travel to and from Boston.

The newly expanded and renovated space features separated departure and arrival levels with dramatic multistory spatial connections, replacing the outdated single-level facility. The architecture puts forth a friendly, welcoming ambience in which lighting plays a key role.

The vast ticketing hall features a glowing wall of wood veneer laminated on glass, backlit both with daylight and complementary artificial light sources. The warm light humanizes the hall’s grand civic scale.

Continuing this theme, scrim-like backlit glass columns and walls illuminate the retail hall, entrance vestibule and greeters’ area with a combination of artificial light and daylight from above.

MIT Brain and Cognitive Sciences Center

November 26, 2014 / no comments


MIT Brain and Cognitive Sciences Center

Health & Science

LOCATION: Cambridge, Massachusetts
COMPLETED: 2005
SIZE: 400,000 sq. ft.
OWNERS: MIT
ARCHITECT: Goody, Clancy & Associates with Charles Correa Associates
AWARDS: 2007 IES New England Section Illumination Award
CERTIFICATIONS: LEED Silver
PHOTOGRAPHER: © Peter Vanderwarker, © Andy Ryan

DESIGN TEAM:Robert Osten
 Jennifer Pieszak

Housing some of the world’s foremost brain researchers, this new lab unites three venerable research institutes in a single building. Lighting supports the technical needs of intense research but also creates casual social spaces that encourage cross-discipline interaction.

The atrium’s layered, understated glow expressed the architectural intent of an indoor town center that remains in use 24/7, and emphasizes the layering of atrium walls. Departmental entries are highlighted, and tearooms, a café, and terraced seating offer respite into the evening.

The inviting, crystalline Conservatory above features a Reading Room in which interior uplights within translucent glass walls create a jewel-like focus.

InterContinental Hotel Miami

November 26, 2014 / no comments


InterContinental Hotel Miami

Retail & Hospitality | Media Displays
LOCATION: Miami, Florda
COMPLETED: 2012
SIZE: 30,000 sq. ft. + 19-story media façade
OWNERS: Strategic Hotels & Resorts
ARCHITECT: Lohan Anderson + Roszak
PHOTOGRAPHER: © Scott McDonald, Hedrich Blessing Photographers

DESIGN TEAM:Robert Osten
 Kera Lagios

This thorough 2012 renovation brought Pietro Belluschi’s classic Modernist hotel convincingly into the 21st century. The updated lobby, atrium, and two new restaurants feature addressable LED panels and touchscreen tables. On the exterior, a 19-story, low-resolution media façade provides a striking identity for the hotel on the Miami skyline, and a giant canvas for digital art. The project incorporates over 90,000 independent LED nodes, wired through the pre-existing phone lines. Careful integration eliminates any guestroom disturbance.

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