The lighting design for ANSYS Hall supports its role as a hub of innovation and collaboration within Carnegie Mellon University’s College of Engineering. A combination of daylight and electric light creates layers of transparency and visual connection, reinforcing the building’s open and interactive nature. Expansive glazing floods interior circulation areas and work zones with natural light, while controlled electric illumination maintains balance and visual comfort throughout day and night use.

Within the laboratories, high bay, and maker spaces, efficient task lighting ensures precision and flexibility for a range of research and fabrication activities. Linear and accent fixtures highlight structural details and showcase the energy of the spaces, while integrated controls allow lighting levels to adapt to changing needs. The result is a luminous environment that celebrates visibility, fosters collaboration, and underscores the high-tech character of this state-of-the-art engineering facility.