Over the past year, I’ve become a repeat customer at AI sessions. I’ve sat in packed rooms at Boston Lights, IALD Enlighten Americas, ArchLIGHT Summit, and the NALMCO Convention, laptop in hand, trying to make sense of what this technology really means for our...

At Light Middle East in Dubai, a compelling sessions explored how lighting design has evolved alongside the rapid transformation of the Middle East. Delivered by Ziad Fattouh, founding partner of Delta Lighting Design, the talk offered a rare, firsthand perspective on...

https://youtu.be/GR54TeiS6_Q?si=NxTb28sG6dQABOuP In this conversation, I sat down with Paul Pompeo to discuss the creation of the 25 Most Influential People in Lighting – 2025. Pompeo explains how the idea originated, why influence deserves recognition alongside...

Above: 2025 LUMEN AWARD OF MERIT Charter Communications Headquarters, Stamford, CT Lighting Design by Spark Studio Lighting Design CALL FOR ENTRIES EXTENDED DEADLINE January 16th 1 Extra Week to Submit! The spotlight is yours—and now you have extra time to submit!...

It was a high school art teacher, respected Canadian artist John Viljoen, who unknowingly set Stephen Kaye on a path to lighting design. “I thought I was going to be an architect, so I was really drawn to art. Viljoen’s teachings and guidance got me through high...

Dallas, TX – January 6, 2025 - Koncept Lighting is excited to announce its participation in Lightovation 2026 at the Dallas Market Center. Visitors are invited to explore the latest in innovative lighting solutions, including award-winning designs and our latest...

DarkSky International recently released an organizational statement in response to Reflect Orbital’s proposal to use in-space mirrors to reflect sunlight to Earth at night. Grounded in current scientific understanding and guided by the Five Principles of Responsible...

Energy codes and lighting standards were written for visual performance…

At Lightovation 2026 Renowned Outdoor Lighting Designer Tim Ryan of Lighthouse Design Studio Will Offer Valuable Insight into Landscape Lighting Trends, Guide Outdoor Lighting Tour West Chester, PA – January 5, 2026 – Tim Ryan, executive director and principal...

Seattle-based architectural lighting design firm Dark Light Design is pleased to announce that Atlanta-based Gabler Youngston Lighting Design is joining the firm, expanding Dark Light’s national footprint and strengthening its East Coast presence. This integration...

Schonbek’s new crystal chandeliers—Concetta, Maclyn, and Tinsley—blend organic design, Radiance® crystal, and…

Modern Forms Luminaires and Smart Ceiling Fans, a brand defined by art-forward design, luxury materials, and cutting-edge technology, is excited to present two standout smart fans. If you’re looking to inspire customers with pieces that truly elevate a space, these...

 The Illuminating Engineering Society of New York City (IESNYC) proudly acknowledges and honors outstanding individuals through its annual Service Awards program. These awards recognize the dedication, volunteer service, and meaningful contributions of members whose...

Designing Lighting’s 2025 Top 10 Stories: A Year of Change, Leadership, and the Future of Light 2025 was a defining year for the lighting design industry. Economic uncertainty, consolidation, rapid technological change, and generational leadership shifts shaped the...

Infrastructure growth from new regional airports and urban mobility networks is driving increased demand for next-generation lighting Light + Intelligent Building Middle East 2026 will bring together industry leaders to explore how lighting enhances safety, passenger...

Every year, we select a manufacturer's representative agency that exemplifies excellence in our industry—not just in sales numbers, but in culture, innovation, and the kind of steady, principled growth that builds lasting legacies. For 2025, that honor goes to SESCO...

Cover: The stars and Milky Way in AlNufud Dark Sky Park taken by Mubarak Al Jameeli. Saudi Arabia Announces the Largest Dark Sky Park in the MENA Region. Spanning 13,416 km², the new reserve marks a major milestone for regional conservation and astro-tourism. Imam...

When lighting designers think of innovation, they often picture breakthroughs in LED sources, controls, or materials. At this year’s IES25 The Annual Conference in Anaheim, attention turned to an emerging professional and her pioneering work in optics. Kai-Di Peng, a...

2026 IESNYC Lumen Awards are Open for Submissions Deadline: January 9, 2026 The Lumen Awards were established in 1968 by the New York City Section of the Illuminating Engineering Society (IESNYC) and developed to publicly recognize excellence, professionalism,...

Shoshanna Segal, CLD, IALD, IES she/her Principal, Hartranft Lighting Studios IESNYC President, 2023–25   When I spoke at the Lumen Awards in June, I mused about the saying, “May you live in interesting times.” No one seems to know who actually said it, and it’s...