Building owners and tenants have an array of options to choose from as they retrofit their spaces to become more
energy efficient. But enhancing a lighting system’s efficiency — and effectiveness — requires far more than simply
exchanging one type of lamp for a more efficient one. In fact, unless its done well, retrofitting or replacing a
lighting system may cause more problems than it solves.
So what is the first step in designing, customizing, retrofitting, or replacing a lighting system?
Find a good retrofitting
lighting designer. Experienced designers can create concepts that are ideally suited to the tasks that are
performed or are likely to be performed in the space.
The new lighting package should be designed to be easily installed onto the existing light fixture and with minimal
labour resources. A hard to retrofit light package can cost more than a new fixture if large amount of manpower is
needed or it can be a terrible mistake if not done properly.