Conceptual Lighting for the 
Tremont Retail District
Cleveland, Ohio

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The Tremont retail district is already known for a number of restaurants and galleries frequently patronized during the evening hours. The lighting improvements include a number of options that, when implemented, will create a fully luminous nighttime environment. These options can be implemented in phases; each one layered upon the other as funding permits.

Buildings will be illuminated in a manner to highlight the unique architectural structure and draw patrons into the space. Lower rooftops and awnings will be illuminated with gooseneck luminaires highlighting that architectural plane, while columns will be adorned with either wall sconces or up/down lights to accent building details. Where appropriate, restaurants or galleries perhaps, color may be introduced for additional accent. Overhead directional lighting providing a “color path” on the sidewalks may appear in various locations as a playful design accent. 

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Period style HID light poles will replace the cobra head roadway luminaires currently mounted on the utility poles. The smaller scale will provide more of a pedestrian feel and improve illumination of the sidewalks. The pole spacing and distribution will provide roadway illumination as well. The luminaires shall be a cut-off type to eliminate light trespass and the style would be compatible with Lincoln Park’s period pole and lantern.

Existing trees will be uplit with ground mounted luminaires, two per tree grate is suggested. A narrow beam is recommended to prevent extraneous glare and minimize sky glow. Decorative strings of ornamental lamps may wrap the more mature trees along the residential sidewalks.

This concept is the result of a collaboration between Tec, 10,000 Little (micro) Ideas, and Tremont West Development Corporation