In a public university classroom in the Bay Area, the existing lighting setup was failing to meet the diverse needs of hybrid learning. Jesse, the technician responsible for the space, knew they needed an overhaul to properly illuminate instructors, discussion groups, whiteboards, and projection surfaces - all while accommodating live streaming, video capture, traditional lectures, and remote students. Ceiling height restrictions and energy efficiency were also challenges to overcome.

The solution came in the form of Cielux's compact, powerful LED lighting system. After installing just seven fixtures, the classroom underwent a transformation. The podium area became evenly lit from multiple angles to eliminate shadows and glare. Careful aiming with the adjustable barn doors prevented spill onto projection surfaces. Remarkably, just two Cielux lights provided even coverage of the large centerboard used for both projection and writing. Jesse could effortlessly define tailored lighting zones for any scenario by adjusting the barn doors - projection-optimized with the center dimmed, all three whiteboards evenly illuminated, or any configuration in between. The energy-efficient system allowed adjustments on the fly with no hotspots or dramatic variations. As classes resumed, the lighting integrity for hybrid lectures, video-streamed lessons, and in-person discussions was a night-and-day improvement over the previous setup. The space now epitomized learning flexibility. "This opens up amazing possibilities across all curriculums," Jesse stated. "I'm excited to see how professors incorporate it."