OCS Lighting + Control

06/09/2026

This is what we get excited about. PANOS III Decorative gives architects and lighting designers the freedom to go from subtle and understated to bold and expressive — all within one system. Clean, modular, and built for the way contemporary spaces are designed today. We're your Zumtobel rep in San Diego and we'd love to bring this to your next project.

06/05/2026

Introducing Humans of OCS — a new monthly spotlight celebrating the people who make OCS who we are.

Each month, we’ll feature a couple of team members with fun facts, quick Q&As, and a little glimpse behind the scenes.

First up: Mandi from Applications, who has been with OCS for almost four years and brings plenty of personality to the team — including one very impressive, totally useless talent.

OCS Lighting + Control

05/26/2026

Excited to announce that OCS Lighting + Control is a proud sponsor of AIA26 La Fiesta!

Presented by the Arquitectos Coalition, this special evening celebrates architecture, design, diversity, and community — all things we deeply value as a company.

Join us and hundreds of fellow design professionals Thursday, June 11th, for an unforgettable night with Mujeres Brew House at the beautiful Bread & Salt venue in Logan Heights.

📍 1983 Julian Ave, Logan Heights, San Diego
📅 June 11th | 6 PM – 9 PM
🎟 Registration https://www.eventbrite.com/e/la-fiesta-by-arquitectos-coalition-at-aia26-tickets-1985111885086

We Light San Diego — and we're honored to support the community that shapes it.

05/24/2026

This Memorial Day weekend, OCS Lighting + Control joins our San Diego community in remembering and honoring the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

Their courage and sacrifice remind us of the true meaning of this day — and the freedoms we are privileged to share.

05/05/2026

Catenary Lighting: Innovative Design in Contemporary Architecture - Structura, Inc.

Explore the history of catenaries in architectural design and their relationship to lighting, while examining engineering considerations, layout types, and real-world catenary lighting installations around the world.

Friday, May 29th | 9–10 AM
Our Learn & Earn series features virtual CEU webinars packed with real-world insights and financial incentives. Tune in the last Friday of every month and earn more than just credits — earn cash.
Attend 4 presentations: Earn $20
Attend 6 presentations: Earn $50
Attend 8 presentations by the end of 2026: Earn $100

Register Now: OCS Learn and Earn - CEU Catenary Lighting: Innovative Design in Contemporary Architecture - Structura, Inc.

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04/27/2026

A new perspective on light.

BionicProMini2 X+Y combines bold geometry with precision performance—giving architects and designers the flexibility to shape light exactly where it’s needed.

With advanced optics, premium finishes, and dynamic color control, lighting becomes more than functional—it becomes part of the experience.

Thanks, Prudential Lighting

02/24/2026

Great info! Illuminating Engineering Society

❗NEW LIGHTING STANDARD❗
ANSI/IES LS-6-20(R25) Lighting Science: Calculation of Light and Its Effects (https://store.ies.org/product/lighting-science-calculation-of-light-and-its-effects/?v=0b3b97fa6688)

The purpose of this document is to describe and explain the human visual system, including its components in the eye and the brain. The structure and function of these various components are explained, as well as the ways in which individual people differ in their visual abilities.

02/16/2026

Join us Feb 18 at 2PM ET for EV Charging for New Developments with Trey Wilcox.

Learn practical strategies for planning, coordination, code alignment, and scalable infrastructure as EV adoption accelerates.

🔌 Save your spot: https://ow.ly/5ICR50YgAc4

Shaping What’s Next in Development ⚡

Join us on February 18 at 2PM ET for EV Charging for New Developments, featuring Trey Wilcox.

As EV adoption continues to grow, integrating charging infrastructure into new and existing projects is becoming an important consideration for architects, engineers, and developers. In this session, we’ll explore practical approaches to electrical planning, design coordination, code alignment, and long-term scalability.

Be part of the discussion around building spaces that are prepared for evolving mobility needs.

🔌 Register now:https://ow.ly/5ICR50YgAc4

02/12/2026

Elevated simplicity meets performance. 

The Nyx 330 Post Top by F-L Lighting brings refined form and precision illumination to outdoor environments—available for post or wall mounting and finished in black or two complementary greys designed to pair seamlessly with galvanized poles. With Dark Sky options, it delivers visual impact while respecting the night sky.

Case Study:
📍 La Clara Condos — West Palm Beach, FL
📐 Architect: Savino Miller Landscape Design & Stantec Architects
📷 Photography: Mike Butler


01/29/2026

Calling all specifiers!

Last month, we launched OCS Learn & Earn Fridays – Lighting That Pays.

Our Learn & Earn series is designed with busy specifiers in mind. These engaging virtual webinars earn you CEU credits, deliver practical, real-world insights you can apply immediately, and reward you financially for participating.

Best part? You can learn, apply, and earn—all without leaving your desk.

Spots are limited and sessions fill quickly. Once capacity is reached, registration will close.

When: The last Friday of every month, 9:00–10:00 AM

Keep an eye out for an email with registration links!