MQ2502 Marquee Projects
Explore the Charm of French Quarter Design by Studio West
Studio West Design and Architecture, New Orleans, LA
Ever walked past a beautiful 140-year-old building in the heart of the French Quarter and wondered, "What makes it shine so brilliantly?"
It's our MQ2502 Marquee Lighting System, handpicked by the architect for their own studio's entrance. A testament to our quality, and our relationships, don't you think?
Architect: Jason Richards, AIA of Studio West Design and Architecture
NBC SMASH Makeup Mirror
NBC SMASH TV Show
TV Show Makeup Mirror
Look how glamorous! When NBC needed lights around their makeup mirror for the show SMASH, they turned to our MQ 2502 Marquee Lighting to set the stage.
You may ask why there are no lamp guards in this dressing room.
It's the magic of television, of course!
Huntington Summer Workshop Dressing Rooms, Huntington, NY
Huntington Summer Workshop Dressing Rooms, Huntington NY
Sony Theatre Box Offices, Nationwide
Sony Theatre Box Offices, Nationwide
Lighting Design: Gallegos Lighting Design
Interior Design and Architect: Gensler
Photographer: Marco Lorenzetti
UBS Arena, Belmont Park
USB Arena, The New York Islanders Team Store
Project Overview
At UBS Arena, home of the New York Islanders, retail presentation plays an essential role in connecting fans with the team’s vibrant identity. For the Islanders Team Store, lighting takes center stage in bringing that energy to life.
Belfer MQ2502 Marquee Lighting was chosen to illuminate window displays and highlight merchandise. The modular 2×2 marquee units deliver consistent brightness, adding depth, visibility, and sophistication to the storefront while capturing the excitement of the arena environment.
The result is an engaging retail front that draws visitors in—combining architectural lighting precision with interior branding impact.
Lighting Design Highlights
- Product: MQ2502 2×2 Medium Base Marquee Lighting
- Installation: Mounted within window frames and display recesses to accentuate merchandise and signage
- Effect: Even, radiant illumination that enhances the texture of apparel, memorabilia, and glass surfaces
- Design Intent: Create a premium retail experience aligned with the Islander’s team identity and UBS Arena’s architectural design
The MQ2502’s durability and flexible configuration make it ideal for arena shops, showrooms, and feature façades—maintaining performance under high ambient light conditions.
Lighting Impact
Through carefully calibrated lighting, the MQ2502 system transforms ordinary displays into eye-catching focal points visible from the arena concourse.
The marquee glow evokes a sense of prestige and excitement, echoing the energy of game nights while ensuring merchandise stands out with clarity and visual appeal.
Disney Boardwalk California Pizza and Pasta
Disney Boardwalk California Pizza and Pasta, Anaheim, CA
Project Overview
At California Pizza and Pasta on the Disney BoardWalk, Belfer Lighting created a custom lighting solution that enhances the dining experience while complementing the venue’s iconic architectural style. The project showcases custom LED fixtures, curved marquee elements, and finishes designed specifically to match the Disney brand.
Custom LED Straight & Curved Marquee Lighting
Belfer designed straight and curved marquee LED fixtures that integrate seamlessly with the restaurant’s interior architecture. Each fixture was crafted with custom powder coating to match Disney’s brand colors, ensuring that every element harmonizes with the venue’s overall design.
Architectural and Accent Lighting
Our focus was on interior accent lighting that highlights the restaurant’s distinctive architectural features while providing optimal illumination for guests. The lighting design ensures:
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Enhanced visibility throughout dining areas
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Emphasis on architectural and decorative details
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Energy-efficient LED performance
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Cohesive visual alignment with Disney brand identity
Custom Capabilities
Belfer’s expertise in marquee fixtures for architectural lighting enabled precise execution for this landmark location:
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Marquee fixtures designed to complement architectural lines
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Custom powder-coated finishes matching Disney brand colors
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Energy-efficient LED systems for long-lasting performance
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Fixtures tailored to interior layouts for maximum impact
Lighting That Enhances Guest Experience
At Disney BoardWalk’s California Pizza and Pasta, lighting is more than illumination—it’s part of the immersive experience. Belfer’s custom LED marquee solutions provide a striking, branded, and cohesive atmosphere that aligns perfectly with Disney’s iconic design standards.
Wahlburgers, Nationwide
Wahlburgers, Nationwide
Wahlburgers, Milwaukee WI
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Project Overview
Belfer Lighting partnered with Wahlburgers restaurants nationwide to design and deliver custom MQ2502 LED marquee lighting that reflects the brand's bold personality and welcoming atmosphere. Deployed across diverse formats — from standalone entrances and canopy overhangs to shopping mall food court locations — the goal was to create indoor or outdoor marquee lighting solutions that enhance visibility, durability, and guest experience at every touchpoint.
Installations span a wide range of environments, including a cloth canopy at Wahlburgers Milwaukee, WI, architectural metal canopies at the Mall of America in Bloomington, MN, Springfield, MA, and Garden City, NY as well as counter installations at food courts in Logan Airport in Boston, the Chicken Ranch in Jamestown, CA; Absecon, NJ; and the Inn of the Mountain Gods in Mescalero, NM - demonstrating the MQ2502's versatility across restaurant entrance lighting, under canopy lighting, and high-traffic food court applications.
LED Marquee Lighting for Entrance Lighting
First impressions matter. At Wahlburgers, Belfer installed custom LED restaurant entrance lighting to establish a strong brand presence and invite guests inside with a vibrant, eye-catching glow. These fixtures provide both function and visual identity, helping every location stand out day or night, whether in a standalone building or an airport concourse.
LED Marquee Lighting for Under Canopy Lighting
Each location's canopies are illuminated with precision-engineered under canopy lighting that balances style and performance. The canopy lighting emphasizes the architectural lines of the building while reinforcing Wahlburgers' signature modern-casual look across both indoor or outdoor marquee lighting applications.
LED Marquee Lighting for Shopping Mall Food Courts
For concession and counter areas inside shopping mall food courts and airports, Belfer designed LED marquee lighting that enhances visibility, efficiency, and customer engagement in high-traffic, indoor commercial environments. The result is a welcoming atmosphere that feels energetic, dynamic, and distinctly Wahlburgers — even within the shared visual landscape of a food court.
Product Highlight: MQ2502 2x2 Medium Base Marquee Lighting
The MQ2502 Marquee Lighting fixture by Belfer Lighting is a durable, high-performance solution engineered for indoor or outdoor marquee lighting applications, including restaurant entrances, under canopy installations, and shopping mall food court environments.
- 2x2 medium base marquee lighting configuration
- Suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications
- Compatible with energy-efficient LED lamp options
- Durable extruded aluminum construction for long-lasting performance across varied environments
- Lamp spacing options: 6 inches on center, 12 inches on center, or custom spacing
- Finish options: satin aluminum powder coat, white powder coat, black powder coat, titanium powder coat, oil rubbed bronze powder coat, custom finishes available
- Order by the foot with straight, mitered, or curved run configurations
- UL and CUL Listed Damp Location; Wet Location rating available for outdoor entrance and canopy use
Custom Capabilities
This nationwide rollout highlights Belfer's ability to scale custom solutions across multiple restaurant locations while maintaining consistency and quality.
Every Wahlburgers installation features:
- Custom fabricated LED marquee fixtures tailored to entrances, canopies, or food court concession stands
- Energy-efficient LED systems for long-term performance
- Durable materials and design to withstand heavy use and varied indoor or outdoor environments
- Lighting that reinforces brand identity across all locations, from standalone restaurants to shopping mall food courts and airport terminals
Design Considerations
- Brand consistency: MQ2502 marquee lighting reinforces Wahlburgers' visual identity across dozens of nationwide locations
- Environmental versatility: The fixture performs reliably across standalone restaurants, airports, and shopping mall food courts
- Indoor and outdoor performance: UL and CUL Listed for Damp and Wet Location ensures durability in both interior food court settings and exterior canopy applications
- Visibility and wayfinding: Entrance and under canopy lighting establish a strong, recognizable presence for guests day or night
- Scalable custom fabrication: Belfer's ability to tailor fixture length, finish, and configuration supports consistent rollout across diverse architectural conditions
Lighting That Defines a Brand
Belfer Lighting understands that in hospitality and dining, lighting is more than illumination—it’s part of the experience. At Wahlburgers nationwide, LED marquee lighting creates atmosphere, drives visibility, and strengthens the brand’s connection with its guests.
Wahlburgers, Garden City, NY
Wahlburgers, Mall of America, Bloomington, MN
Wahlburgers, Chicken Ranch, Jamestown, CA
Wahlburgers, Logan Airport, Boston MA
Wahlburgers Springfield MA
Wahlburgers, Inn of the Mountain Gods, Mescalero NM
Wahlburgers, Absecon NJ
The Wharf Restaurant, Virginia Beach
The Wharf Restaurant, Virginia Beach, VA
Project Overview
Nestled along the Virginia Beach marina, The Wharf Restaurant combines coastal charm with refined dining. To complement its architecture and the surrounding waterfront views, the design team selected Belfer’s MQ2502 Marquee Lighting, Wet Location fixtures to illuminate the roofline.
Installed outdoors along the building’s perimeter, these fixtures highlight the restaurant’s architectural form while projecting a warm, inviting glow that reflects beautifully across the marina waters at night. The result is a landmark presence that captures attention from both land and sea.
Product Highlights
- Fixture Type: 2×2 Medium Base Marquee Lighting – U.L. Wet Location Rated
- Construction: Aluminum housing with powder coated finishes
- Optics: Even illumination suitable for exterior linear applications
- Mounting: Custom rooftop integration for continuous perimeter lighting
- Performance: Designed for coastal durability, resisting salt air and humidity
- Customization: Compatible with various lamp types to achieve desired color tone and intensity
This wet-location variant combines functionality with architectural elegance, performing reliably in harsh outdoor and coastal environments while maintaining precise symmetry along the building edge.
Lighting Design Impact
During evening hours, the MQ2502 fixtures define The Wharf’s silhouette with a soft, continuous ribbon of light. Their consistent glow enhances nighttime visibility and ambiance, reinforcing the restaurant’s coastal aesthetic while providing guests with a memorable visual experience.
By merging durability, function, and design, these fixtures not only light the roofline—they frame the restaurant’s identity as a vibrant marina destination.