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The Basis of Design (BOD) specifies performance criteria and provides sample products for your reference. The sample products noted are not required to be used in new construction projects as long as alternate product(s) meet all the necessary criteria.
All fixtures/bulbs should be LED and Energy Star rated.
All lenses must be acrylic; no glass.
Kelvin temperature:
Unit lighting: all lighting to be 3000 Kelvin color temperature.
Common area lighting: all lighting to be 4000 Kelvin color temperature.
Color Rendering Index (CRI):
Senior Properties: All lighting to have at least 90 CRI or better.
All Other Properties: All lighting to have at least 80 CRI or better.
If replacing fixture in same location use new fixture w/ same lumens or higher to provide effective lighting.
The project parameters (i.e. size of kitchen, integrated bathroom light and fan, etc.) should be established and architect/ engineer must confirm required light levels will be met with approved fixtures provided and required power will be provided.
Bulbs should be available at local stores and can be affordably purchased by residents.
Check with local utility for lighting rebates.
Do not install exterior fixtures that shine light upwards or into residential unit windows.
All exterior lighting should be controlled by photocell, not timers.
Use in locations with hard (non-dropped) ceiling.
In-Unit: All rooms.
Common Areas: Offices, Corridors, Community Rooms, and Lobbies.
This sample product is not required to be used in new construction projects as long as the specified product(s) complies with the criteria noted under the General Information and Required Details section (linked above).
Feit Electric LED Ceiling Flush Mount
Wattage/Voltage: 22.5 watt - 120 Volt
Finish: White Trim
Bulb Type: Integrated LED
Kelvin: 3000, 4000, or 5000
Diameter: 13.2”
Manufacturer Number:
PF13/RND/4WY/WH
Use in locations with hard (non-dropped) ceiling.
Units: Avoid using in units unless replacing in kind.
Linear lights typically are above 3000 Kelvin, and have a very blue/white color.
Common Areas: Offices, Corridors, Community Rooms, and Lobbies.
This sample product is not required to be used in new construction projects as long as the specified product(s) complies with the criteria noted under the General Information and Required Details section (linked above).
Lithonia Lighting / Futra LED
Wattage/Voltage: 24 / 42 watt - 120 Volt
Finish: Brushed Nickel
Bulb Type: Integrated LED
Kelvin: 4100
2'-0" Length
Manufacturer Number:
FMLFUTL 24 840 BN
4'-0" Length
Manufacturer Number:
FMLFUTL 48 840 BN
Use in locations with hard (non-dropped) ceiling.
In-Unit: All rooms.
Common Areas: Offices, Corridors, Community Rooms, and Lobbies.
Must use airtight product or sealant if installed in top floor ceiling or in ceilings between units.
This sample product is not required to be used in new construction projects as long as the specified product(s) complies with the criteria noted under the General Information and Required Details section (linked above).
Cordelia / Retrofit Trim
Wattage/Voltage: 9 / 11 watt - 120 Volt
Finish: Plastic
Bulb Type: Integrated LED
Kelvin: 2700
4" Diameter Retrofit
Manufacturer Number:
EVL4730MWH27
5" or 6" Diameter Retrofit
Manufacturer Number:
EVL6730MWH27
If pendant lighting is requested, please contact Design + Building Performance Dept. with the following information:
In-Unit: Bathroom Vanity, above medicine cabinet or mirror.
This sample product is not required to be used in new construction projects as long as the specified product(s) complies with the criteria noted under the General Information and Required Details section (linked above).
Brushed Nickel LED Vanity Light Bar with White Acrylic Shade
Wattage/Voltage: 18 watt - 120 Volt
Finish: Brushed Nickel
Bulb Type: Integrated LED
Kelvin: 3000
Length: 2'-3/4"
Manufacturer Number:
NBWL1023-24LED
In-Unit: Hallways.
Common Areas: Offices, Corridors, Community Rooms, and Lobbies.
This sample product is not required to be used in new construction projects as long as the specified product(s) complies with the criteria noted under the General Information and Required Details section (linked above).
Luminance ADL Lumin Bright Satin Nickel Indoor LED Wall Sconce
Wattage/Voltage: 10 watt - 120 Volt
Finish: Satin Nickel
Bulb Type: Integrated LED
Kelvin: 3000
Width: 7"
Manufacturer Number:
35-54225
Units: Living Room, Bedrooms.
Common Areas: Offices, Corridors, Community Rooms, Lobbies.
This sample product is not required to be used in new construction projects as long as the specified product(s) complies with the criteria noted under the General Information and Required Details section (linked above).
Home Decorators 52” Indoor Ceiling Fan, LED Light Kit
Wattage/Voltage: 9.5 watt
Finish: Brushed Polished Nickel
Bulb Type: Integrated LED
Dimensions: 52"D
Manufacturer Number:
35-73219
Units: Closets.
Common Areas: Closets.
Do not use products that protrude far off ceiling down into the closet. Such products are prone to damage while storing items in high areas of closet.
These sample products are not required to be used in new construction projects as long as the specified product(s) complies with the criteria noted under the General Information and Required Details section (linked above).
Feit Electric LED
Wattage/Voltage: 12 watts
Finish: White Trim
Glare-Free Acrylic Diffuser
Bulb Type: Integrated LED
Kelvin: 4000
Dimensions: 12" Round x 1" Profile
Manufacturer Number:
74206/CA/V2
*currently only available through Home Depot
Commercial Electric LED Flush Mount Ceiling Light
Wattage/Voltage: 14.5 watts
Finish: White Trim
Glare-Free Acrylic Diffuser
Bulb Type: Integrated LED
Kelvin: 4000
Dimensions: 12" Round x 3" Profile
Manufacturer Number:
54074441
Common Areas: Offices, Corridors, Community Rooms, Lobbies, Mechanical Rooms.
These sample products are not required to be used in new construction projects as long as the specified product(s) complies with the criteria noted under the General Information and Required Details section (linked above).
Lithonia Lighting / LED 2x2' Recessed
Wattage/Voltage: 39 watt - 120/277 Volt
Finish: White Enameled Steel Base
Prismatic Acrylic Diffuser
Bulb Type: Integrated LED
Kelvin: 3500
Dimensions: 24L x 24W x 3.25"D
Manufacturer Number:
2GTL2 LP835
Lithonia Lighting / LED 2x4' Recessed
Wattage/Voltage: 39 watt - 120/277 Volt
Finish: White Enamel Steel Base
Prismatic Acrylic Diffuser
Bulb Type: Integrated LED
Kelvin: 3500
Dimensions: 48L x 24W x 3.25"D
Manufacturer Number:
2GTL4 LP835
Common Areas: Mechanical Rooms, Maintenance Shops, & Other Back-Of-House Spaces.
This sample product is not required to be used in new construction projects as long as the specified product(s) complies with the criteria noted under the General Information and Required Details section (linked above).
Lithonia Lighting / LED Wrap Fixture
Wattage/Voltage: 50 watt - 120/277 Volt
Finish: White Enamel Steel Base
Acrylic Prismatic Diffuser
Bulb Type: Integrated LED
Kelvin: 3500
Dimensions: 48L x 10W x 3"D
Manufacturer Number:
LBL4 LP835
Emergency lighting to comply with local Building, Fire, & Egress codes
The fixture must include a back-up battery within the fixture, or be powered by the building's back-up system.
If replacing in-kind, the fixture has to be located in same location or reviewed by the Fire Department.
These sample products are not required to be used in new construction projects as long as the specified product(s) complies with the criteria noted under the General Information and Required Details section (linked above).
Lithonia Lighting / Green LED Exit
Wattage/Voltage: 120/277 Volt
Finish: White Thermoplastic Housing
Bulb Type: Integrated LED
Dimensions: 7-3/16”H x 11-5/8”W x 1-5/8”D
Battery Back Up: 6 Volt Sealed Lead Calcium Battery
Manufacturer Number:
EXG LED EL M6
Lithonia Lighting / Two-Light Emergency Unit
Wattage/Voltage: 120/277 Volt
Finish: White Thermoplastic Housing
Bulb Type: Integrated LED
Dimensions: 4-1/4"H x 10-1/4"W x 3-5/8"D
Battery Backup: NiCad Battery
Manufacturer Number:
ELM2 LED M12
Use in stairways & corridors.
Common Areas: corridors, public bathrooms, offices, community rooms.
Use occupancy or daylight sensors.
Emergency lighting cannot be controlled with daylight or occupancy sensors.
All exterior lighting should operate on photocells, no timers.
These sample products are not required to be used in new construction projects as long as the specified product(s) complies with the criteria noted under the General Information and Required Details section (linked above).
Lithonia
Passive Infrared Switch Wall Occupancy Sensor
White
Manufacturer Number:
184LCT
Photocell Wall Pack
Wattage/Voltage: 27 watt - 120 Volt
Finish: Bronze Polycarbonate Housing
Frosted Prismatic Acrylic Lens
Bulb Type: Integrated LED
Kelvin: 4100
Dimensions: 10-3/4H x 6-1/4W x 5-1/2"D
Manufacturer Number:
HDS 326111
Exterior: at unit and building entry.
This sample product is not required to be used in new construction projects as long as the specified product(s) complies with the criteria noted under the General Information and Required Details section (linked above).
Mission LED Wall Fixture w/ Photocell
Wattage/Voltage: 9 watt - 120 Volt
Finish: Black Aluminum Housing
White Acrylic Diffuser
Bulb Type: Integrated LED
Kelvin: 5000
Dimensions: 9-1/2H x 7-3/4W x 4-1/2"D
Manufacturer Number:
BSSW8700L30BK
Exterior: at unit and building entries.
This sample product is not required to be used in new construction projects as long as the specified product(s) complies with the criteria noted under the General Information and Required Details section (linked above).
Lithonia / LED Versi Lite
Wattage/Voltage: 28 watt - 120 Volt
Finish: Textured Bronze w/
White Acrylic Diffuser
Bulb Type: Integrated LED
Kelvin: 3000k
Dimensions: 13" Diameter
Manufacturer Number:
FMML 13 830 WL DDBT
If replacing in-kind, use at least the same watt bulb.
For new construction electrical engineer should provide lighting plan that provides the appropriate lumens for design.
Exterior: Parking, Site.
This sample product is not required to be used in new construction projects as long as the specified product(s) complies with the criteria noted under the General Information and Required Details section (linked above).
LED Post-Top Lanterns
Wattage/Voltage: 22 watt - 120 Volt
Finish: Compression Molded Noncorrosive Resin
Bulb Type: Integrated LED
Kelvin: 4000k
Dimensions: 13”H x 22-3/8”W x 10-1/16"D
Manufacturer Number:
504439
If replacing in-kind, use at least the same watt bulb.
Exterior: typically building mounted.
These sample products are not required to be used in new construction projects as long as the specified product(s) complies with the criteria noted under the General Information and Required Details section (linked above).
Photocell Wall Pack
Wattage/Voltage: 27 watt - 120 Volt
Finish: Bronze Polycarbonate Housing
Frosted Prismatic Acrylic Lens
Bulb Type: Integrated LED
Kelvin: 4100
Dimensions: 10-3/4H x 6-1/4W x 5-1/2"D
Manufacturer Number:
HDS 326111
Lithonia / LED Wall Pack
Wattage/Voltage: 39 watt - 120/277 Volt
Finish: Bronze Cast Aluminum
Bulb Type: Integrated LED
Dimensions: 15-3/4”H x 16-1/4”W x 8"D
Manufacturer Number:
223859