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NAME: The Legacy Willow Bend
LOCATION: Plano, Texas

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3.2

Year Return on Investment

Case Study: The Legacy Willow Bend Lighting Retrofit – Plano, Texas

Client: The Legacy Willow Bend
Location: Plano, Texas
Industry: Senior Living

Project Overview

The Legacy Willow Bend, a premier senior living community in Plano, partnered with E. Sam Jones to modernize lighting across their campus. The goal was to improve visibility and comfort for residents, reduce energy usage, and create a more inviting atmosphere while maintaining operational efficiency.

Challenge

Existing fluorescent fixtures throughout resident areas, corridors, and common spaces were producing uneven light, flicker, and high maintenance costs. The community needed a lighting upgrade that would deliver a softer, more consistent light profile without disrupting day-to-day resident life or facility operations.

Solution

E. Sam Jones designed and implemented a turnkey LED lighting retrofit across The Legacy Willow Bend campus, focusing on energy efficiency, longevity, and visual comfort.

Scope of Work:

  • Replaced outdated fluorescent fixtures with warm, high-CRI LED lighting to enhance visual clarity and comfort

  • Upgraded exterior lighting to LED wall packs and bollards for improved safety and security

  • Installed energy-efficient fixtures in resident corridors, dining areas, and common rooms

  • Managed all scheduling, material sourcing, and installation to ensure minimal disruption

Results

  • Energy Savings: 35% reduction in total electricity consumption

  • Maintenance: Reduced service calls and bulb replacements

  • Lighting Quality: Uniform, warm illumination that enhances resident comfort

  • Safety: Improved outdoor visibility and security through upgraded exterior lighting

  • Sustainability: Reduced carbon footprint and ongoing operating costs

Why It Matters

Lighting plays a critical role in senior living environments — supporting safety, comfort, and emotional well-being. The Legacy Willow Bend’s investment in high-quality LED lighting not only delivered measurable energy savings but also created a more welcoming and supportive space for residents and staff alike.

Key Takeaways

  • High-CRI LED lighting improves comfort and visibility in senior living spaces

  • Energy-efficient retrofits deliver long-term savings and lower maintenance

  • Turnkey project execution ensures upgrades are completed with minimal impact on residents

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