How do facility managers, contractors, and engineers gain a competitive edge in their projects? They stay ahead with expert insights—and that’s exactly what The Project Advantage delivers. Hosted by Neil and Cory of LED Lighting Supply, this podcast brings you straight to the source with in-depth industry discussions on energy efficiency, facility operations, and scalable business opportunities.
Each episode features industry experts sharing the latest trends, strategies, and technology shaping the future of commercial, industrial, and sports-related projects. No sales pitch - just real expertise from real professionals.
Tune in, stay informed, and gain The Project Advantage.
How do facility managers, contractors, and engineers gain a competitive edge in their projects? They stay ahead with expert insights—and that’s exactly what The Project Advantage delivers. Hosted by Neil and Cory of LED Lighting Supply, this podcast brings you straight to the source with in-depth industry discussions on energy efficiency, facility operations, and scalable business opportunities.
Each episode features industry experts sharing the latest trends, strategies, and technology shaping the future of commercial, industrial, and sports-related projects. No sales pitch - just real expertise from real professionals.
Tune in, stay informed, and gain The Project Advantage.
What does it take to transform a blank space into a premier indoor pickleball facility?
In this #podcast episode, Cory Peterson sits down with Bob Saraf of ELEVENO Pickleball to share how his team turned a former retail space at Patriot Place in Foxborough, Massachusetts, into a nine-court indoor destination.
They dive into ELEVENO’s entertainment-first vision, the community-driven approach behind the club, and the essential pickleball court lighting decisions, including black ceilings, fixture placement, glare control, lighting controls, and glow-in-the-dark play that helped light up pickleball the right way.
Bob also highlights the behind-the-scenes challenges, from tight timelines and vendor selection to meeting project timelines.
Topics we cover:
0:00 – ELEVENO Pickleball Intro
2:01 – The vision behind the entertainment-driven pickleball facility at Patriot Place
6:14 – Designing the ideal pickleball lighting layout and selecting the right fixtures
11:49 – Premium design elements: lighting, fencing, turf walls, glass entry, and aesthetics
17:31 – Programming for all skill levels and building a community-first club
22:38 – Grand opening details, hours, and what players can expect
Links from the show:
🔗 ELEVENO Pickleballhttps://www.eleveno.com/
Follow Bob Saraf: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-saraf-2a96848a/
💡 Pickleball Court Lighting by LED Lighting Supply:
https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/led-sports-lighting/led-pickleball-court-lights
📩 Request a Free Pickleball Court Lighting Plan:
https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/photometric-plan/sports-lighting-design
🔧 Learn More About Indoor LED Sports Lighting:
https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/led-sports-lighting
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