Government Projects Lighting

Cincinnati Park Zoo Carousel Building

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Marquee Lighting surrounds Cincinnati Park Zoo

Project Gallery: Cincinnati Park Zoo Carousel Pavilion, Cincinnati OH

Featuring Belfer MQ2502 Marquee Fixtures

Marquee Lighting surrounds Cincinnati Park Zoo

Project Overview

The Cincinnati Park Zoo, one of the nation’s most historic and celebrated zoological parks, continues to evolve as a destination that blends education, conservation, and immersive visitor experiences. As part of its ongoing enhancements, select areas of the zoo required lighting solutions that could withstand outdoor conditions while contributing to a welcoming and engaging environment.

Belfer partnered with the project team to deliver a lighting approach that supports durability, visual consistency, and ease of maintenance—ensuring long-term performance in a high-traffic, family-oriented setting.

Lighting Solution

The project features the Belfer MQ2502 Marquee Lighting, chosen for its rugged construction, adaptability, and clean, architectural presence.

Fixture Specifications:

  • Model: MQ2502 2x2 Medium Base Marquee Lighting
  • Type: Surface-mounted marquee lighting fixture
  • Lamp Compatibility: Medium base sockets for LED or incandescent lamps
  • Construction: Heavy gauge steel housing engineered for durability
  • Finish Options: Standard white powder-coated finish
  • Mounting: Surface-mounted for exterior or semi-exterior applications
  • Feature: Modular configuration allows consistent spacing around architectural elements

The MQ2502 fixtures provide reliable illumination suited for outdoor environments while maintaining a cohesive visual identity throughout the installation areas.

Installation Highlights

Installation required coordination across multiple site conditions, including exposure to weather, varied mounting surfaces, and high visitor circulation. The MQ2502 fixtures were installed where durability and consistent performance were essential.

The robust construction of the fixtures ensured resilience in outdoor conditions, while the modular design simplified installation and alignment. Custom finish selections allowed the fixtures to blend with surrounding architectural and environmental elements.

Results

The completed lighting installation delivers dependable performance and a cohesive visual presence throughout the project areas. The Belfer MQ2502 fixtures support the zoo’s operational needs while enhancing the visitor experience through clear, consistent illumination.

The project demonstrates how durable, thoughtfully integrated lighting can contribute to public environments that are both functional and visually unified.

Medina County District Library

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Custom Wall Sconce Lighting Fixtures in county library

Medina County District Library, Medina, OH

Featuring WS6215 LED Wedge Wall Sconces in Custom Shrouds for Public Library

Custom Wall Sconce Lighting Fixtures in county library

Custom Shrouded Wall Sconces
Architect: David Milling Architects

NIH Porter Neuroscience Research Center Bethesda MD

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Wall Wash Lighting in government research center lobby

NIH Porter Neuroscience Research Center, Bethesda MD

Featuring: RX1320 Reflex LED Indirect Fixtures in Health Center Lobby Columns

Project Overview

The Porter Neuroscience Research Center at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, Maryland, is a cutting-edge facility designed to advance the study of brain science and foster cross-disciplinary collaboration. With a focus on transparency, openness, and modern design, the Center’s expansive lobby and open-plan public spaces serve as both a welcoming hub and a symbolic core of innovation.

To meet the challenges of high-ceiling architecture and the need for visually comfortable, energy-efficient lighting, Belfer Lighting’s Reflex RX1320 indirect LED system was specified and installed throughout these key areas.

The RX1320 indirect LED fixture by Belfer Lighting is engineered for architectural integration in spaces where light quality and visual comfort are paramount. At the NIH Porter Center, these fixtures were mounted in custom-designed columns to illuminate the expansive lobby and connecting atrium spaces.

The indirect distribution of the RX1320 provides a soft, diffuse glow ideal for large, open environments—reducing harsh contrasts and complementing the facility’s natural daylighting strategies.

Lighting Objectives

  • Deliver uniform ambient lighting across large open volumes

  • Minimize glare and shadows in high-ceiling spaces

  • Enhance architectural features with clean, modern lighting

  • Support visual comfort for researchers, staff, and visitors

  • Provide energy-efficient performance for a federally managed facility

Architecture Firm: Perkins + Will
Lighting: Gilmore Lighting Design
Photography: Alain Jaramillo

Wall Wash Lighting in government research center lobby
Wall Wash Lighting in government research center lobby
Wall Wash Lighting in government research center lobby

Haley VA Polytrauma Rehabilitation Center

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Wall Wash Lighting in rehabilitation pool area

Project Gallery: Haley VA Polytrauma Center, Tampa, FL

Featuring Belfer RX1320 Recessed Indirect Lighting in Aquatic Therapy Pool

Project Overview

The Haley VA Polytrauma Center in Tampa, Florida, is a leading facility dedicated to rehabilitation and therapeutic care for veterans. As part of the center’s aquatic therapy pool area renovation, Belfer Lighting provided RX1320 recessed LED indirect lighting to create a soft, glare-free environment that enhances both patient comfort and architectural design.

Lighting Solution

Belfer’s RX1320 LED Recessed Indirect Lighting was selected for its precision-engineered optical design, providing uniform illumination with a decorative flair, while eliminating direct glare—an essential feature for reflective water surfaces in aquatic environments.

Fixture Specifications:

  • Model: RX1320 LED Recessed Indirect Fixture

  • Light Source: Energy-efficient linear LED

  • Application: Pool area ambient and indirect lighting

  • Construction: Durable, corrosion-resistant housing suitable for humid environments

  • Design: Recessed placement for clean architectural integration

Design Intent

The design team sought a lighting solution that would enhance visibility and safety while maintaining a soothing atmosphere appropriate for rehabilitation therapy.

Installation Highlights

  • RX1320 fixtures recessed along the therapy pool

  • Designed to withstand humidity and moisture near aquatic spaces

  • Integrated with energy-efficient LED technology for low maintenance

  • Dimming capabilities for therapy sessions requiring varying light levels

Results

The RX1320 recessed lighting provides a comfortable, therapeutic environment in the aquatic pool area. The indirect glow reduces visual strain, improves safety, and enhances the overall architectural aesthetic of the space—helping patients focus on recovery and relaxation.

Architects and Engineers: HDR
Construction: Walsh/DeMaria Joint Venture Construction

Wall Wash Lighting in rehabilitation pool area