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VOLKSWAGEN RESEARCH LAB Belmont, CA

Type: Administrative Office and Lab

This is a state-of-the-art research building with vehicle labs, informal meeting spaces, and office spaces.

The project required a mix of light sources for vehicle demonstration and client showroom areas. The lighting design therefore ranged from low wattage decorative pendants to high power LED pendants—all designed to provide the best showcase illumination available. Working with David Whitney Architects, the lighting design accomplished client goals to integrate branding, create diverse work settings, and become a center for VW/ERL-hosted industry events.

The project is designed with energy efficient sources and luminaires to meet USGBC LEED silver certification.