by Randy Reid | Sep 16, 2025 | News
Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer an abstract promise for the future. It’s already transforming how lighting designers work across every stage of a project. AI in lighting design is no longer a futuristic concept—it’s actively changing how lighting designers...
by Industry Announcement | Sep 15, 2025 | News
Congratulations to Donna Sumner on her recent promotion. Read her statement below. “Grateful for the journey, inspired by what’s ahead. I’m excited to share that I’ve stepped into a new role as Senior Director of Strategic Operations for the Innovation +...
by Industry Announcement | Sep 12, 2025 | News
CHICAGO—WAC Group will expand its popular Ocularc series of LED track luminaires at the NECA 2025 Convention and Trade Show. Learn more by visiting the WAC Group Booth #5024 at NECA 2025, which will take place from September 12 to 14 at the West Building at McCormick...
by Industry Announcement | Sep 11, 2025 | News
Each month, the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) offers live webinars on timely topics that help lighting professionals expand their expertise and advance the mission of improving life through quality of light. These sessions, led by industry experts, are...
by Randy Reid | Sep 11, 2025 | News
Five years ago, in the inaugural issue of designing lighting (dl), I interviewed Carrie Hawley, then co-CEO of HLB Lighting Design, and Barbara Horton for a cover story titled “25 Years in the Making: The HLB Transition Plan.” That article explored their leadership...
by Industry Announcement | Sep 10, 2025 | News
Lighting’s Next Big Problem: Replaceable Components in LED Systems When LED technology first entered the market, it was hailed as a revolution. Unlike traditional light bulbs, which burned out and required frequent replacement, LEDs promised near-permanence—tens of...
