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Ever notice how the right light transforms a place?
Lighting has the power to affect how a space looks, feels and functions for the people who use it. That’s why our designers are involved from the start. We create intelligent lighting systems that not only add ambience and drama but also save energy and maintenance costs. Whether you want to convey a signature look, illuminate an architectural feature, or simply enhance productivity, you’ll get solutions that fit your budget and the way you use the space.
What we don't learn...
Maintainability is the #1 concern we get from project owners. Even with the "infinite" life time that LED's offer, most electronics will fail over time no matter how hard we try to keep them going. RDG's lighting designers pride themselves in selecting products and working through architectural details to ensure that the lights that make our projects look so great on day one will still be great fixtures in 5, 10 or 20 years from now. Our integrated design process will ensure that the details are clean and the fixtures can still be maintained.
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Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park
Des Moines, IA
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Aguas onduladas (rippling waters)
San Antonio, TX
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Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Des Moines, IA
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Waukee Railroad Pergola: In the Shadow of the Rails
Waukee, IA
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the weight of your heart / the weight of a feather
Leawood, KS
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Iowa State University Economic - Development Core Facility
Ames, IA
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Papillion Downtown Plaza
Papillion, NE
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Iowa State University - Jack Trice Stadium Expansion
Ames, IA
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University of Florida - Heavener Football Complex
Gainesville, FL
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Bayliss Park
Council Bluffs, IA
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Lutheran Church of Hope
West Des Moines, IA
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The World Food Prize - Hall of Laureates
Des Moines, IA
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Des Moines University New Medical and Health Science Campus
West Des Moines, IA
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University of Connecticut Athletic District
Storrs, CT
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First Lutheran Church
Lincoln, NE
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Murmuration
Des Moines, IA
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Central College Veteran's Memorial Garden & Amphitheater
Pella, IA
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Gather - Adams County Human Services Center
Westminster, CO
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Loyola University Chicago Alfie Norville Practice Facility
Chicago, IL
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Both / And - Tolerance / Innovation
Madison, WI
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Wake Forest University Wellbeing Center
Winston-Salem, NC
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University of Minnesota - Athletes Village
Minneapolis, MN
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Water, You and I
Boynton Beach, FL
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Grinnell City Hall Relocation
Grinnell, IA
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Grinnell Central Park
Grinnell, IA
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Des Moines Plastic Surgery: Coachlight Clinic & Spa
West Des Moines, IA
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DMACC - Student Activities Center and Trail Point Aquatics & Wellness Center
Ankeny, IA
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Welcome to Port Everglades
Fort Lauderdale, FL
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University of North Carolina Greensboro Leonard J. Kaplan Center for Wellness
Greensboro, NC
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Of Water, Light, and Stone: Integrated Artwork in 2nd Street Transportation Corridor
Rochester, MN
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St. Mary's Church of Sacred Heart Parish
Norfolk, NE
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Radford University - Student Recreation and Wellness
Radford, VA
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Simpson College Pedestrian Plaza
Indianola, IA
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Technology Columns
Ames, IA
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The View From our Window
Linn County, IA
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Transportation Signature
Des Moines, IA
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Confluence
Calgary, AB
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Grinnell City Hall (former Iowa Transportation Museum)
Grinnell, IA
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Iowa State University - Cyclone Sports Complex
Ames, IA
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Capitol Avenue Streetscape
Springfield, IL
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Lift
Adair County, IA
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Iowa State University - State Gym Expansion & Renovation
Ames, IA
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Three Stars Plaza
Clear Lake, IA
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Church of the Nativity
Leawood, KS
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From Here to There: High Trestle Trail Bridge Public Art
Madrid, IA
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University of South Dakota - Wellness Center
Vermillion, SD
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University of Nebraska at Omaha - HPER Building Addition and Renovation
Omaha, NE
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University of Florida - Southwest Recreation Center Expansion
Gainesville, FL
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It Has Iowa Written All Over It
Johnson County, IA
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Louisiana State University - Basketball Practice Facility
Baton Rouge, LA
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Convergence - Marston Welcome Center
Marston, MO
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Federal Avenue Streetscape and Utility Improvements
Mason City, IA
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Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Omaha, NE
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Educare of Omaha at Indian Hill Elementary
Omaha, NE
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John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park
Des Moines, IA
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University of Florida - Donald R. Dizney Stadium at the Florida Lacrosse Facility
Gainesville, FL
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First National Branch Bank at Metro Crossing
Council Bluffs, IA
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Inasmuch Foundation - Oklahoma City Educare
Oklahoma City, OK
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AIA Iowa Office
Des Moines, IA
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All Cultures Follow Rivers
Hayti, MO
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St. John's Catholic Church
Omaha, NE
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Davis Brown Tower
Des Moines, IA
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Montclair State University Student Recreation Center
Montclair, NJ
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Paragon Prairie Tower
Urbandale, IA
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Iowa Department of Public Safety - "Hand and Land: Fingerprint"
Des Moines, IA
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Dickinson County Courthouse
Spirit Lake, IA
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Iowa State University - Morrill Hall
Ames, IA
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University of Florida - Baseball Locker Room Facility & Lemerand Center Renovation
Gainesville, FL
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Central College - Football and Track & Field Stadium
Pella, IA
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Union Pacific Bridge Renovation
Des Moines, IA
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University of Minnesota Duluth - Sports & Health Center Addition
Duluth, MN
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Marion Arts and Environmental Center at Lowe Park
Marion, IA
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The University of Texas at Austin - Gregory Gymnasium Aquatic Complex
Austin, TX
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Clear Lake Downtown Plan
Clear Lake, IA
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Do Something GOOD for Your Neighbor
Fort Worth, TX
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Highway 151 Bridge Lighting
Dubuque, IA
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Historic Varsity Theater Rehabilitation
Des Moines, IA
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Raccoon River Regional Park
West Des Moines, IA
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RDG - 301 Grand Office Remodel
Des Moines, IA
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Valley View Park Master Plan
West Des Moines, IA