Mansueto Library’s lighting design wins GE Edison Award of Merit

The lighting design for the Joe and Rika Mansueto Library recently was recognized with a 2011 GE Edison Award of Merit. 

Lighting designers Michael F. Rohde, Dorit Anderle, Stephanie Rock, Alan Al-Salihi, Magdalena Gomez and Helmut Jahn were recognized. The GE Edison website describes the concept:

“The lighting concept aims to be as simple and minimalistic as the architecture itself. Imagine reading your favorite book under the shade of a tree with blue skies, surrounded by natural light. Daylighting control is maintained through a 57% frit to avoid glare and heat gain, and reflect the electric lighting at the same time. At night, a well-balanced combination of direct/indirect lighting reminds the reader of the qualities of daylight.”