One Vanderbilt Avenue, NYC's tallest midtown office tower, features Color Kinetics IntelliHue lighting for its crown and spire. Interact enables remote control of the dynamic system via smartphone, tablet, or PC, allowing vibrant displays for holidays, events, and special occasions. This innovative lighting showcases striking visuals while fostering a connection with the public and enhancing the city skyline.
Connected lighting for One Vanderbuilt Avenue office tower
New York City / USA
Team
Tillotson Design Associates, Suzan Tillotson/President | Fox Associates, Kohn Pedersen/Architect | Electrical Inc., Fred Geller/Electrical Contractor | Realty Corp, SL Green/Client
“With Signify's extensive programming knowledge, they were able to bridge the gap between our vision and the client’s wish list.”
Suzan Tillotson
President - Tillotson Design Associates
Customer challenge
One Vanderbilt Avenue, in Manhattan’s prime business district and connected to Grand Central Station, needed to meet New York City requirements for buildings to be “topped off.” The client also wanted a programmable, colorful lighting design for the crown and spire to celebrate holidays, events, and causes while strengthening public connection.
The solution
One Vanderbilt uses a full Color Kinetics lighting system, including ColorGraze and ReachElite High Punch luminaires, delivering dynamic, color‑changing illumination for the crown and spire. Continuous grazers and floodlights highlight architectural forms, while Interact Landmark enables remote control of lighting scenes. The combination of superb service and confidence in Color Kinetics solutions sets the project apart.
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