IES hosts two September webinars: photometry’s role in IES files and practical applications of DALI-2.

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...

Mass LED failures highlight urgent need for replaceable components in LED systems across critical facilities.

Why are expensive light fixtures often the wrong choice for better spaces? Margaret Cavenagh, Managing Director at Perkins & Will Chicago, discusses her evolution from residential lighting basics to managing complex architectural lighting at a global firm. Drawing...

Lighting design and lighting distribution are vastly different. Both are essential to visualizing and realizing a successful project, and each adds a critical value. Lighting design vs distribution are vastly different. Both are essential to realizing a successful...

Join Mariana Figueiro at 2pm for an educational webinar on human-centric lighting.

Chaos names Iveta Cabajova CEO, succeeding Stephan Sieber, to drive growth, strategy, and AI innovation.

Submit your Moonlighting 2025 artist application and share your NYC lighting artistry.

  – REMINDER – Beacon Awards 2025 Is Open For Submissions The Designers Lighting Forum of New York invites you to submit projects for entry into the second annual Beacon Awards, honoring outstanding achievement in lighting design. New for 2025, the Beacon Awards...

The hallmark of the Lighting Research Center (LRC) and the Light and Health Research Center (LHRC) at Mount Sinai has been our commitment to the measurement and characterization of light. Measuring Light in Field – Advancing Circadian and Health Research Our...

Nominate Leaders for WILD: Positions Open Now! Women in Lighting + Design (WILD) is a volunteer-run organization that thrives on the collective experience, passion, and dedication of its members. By stepping into leadership, volunteers help shape the direction of WILD...

designing lighting (dl) magazine turns five this year. To mark the milestone, we’re inviting leaders who sit at the intersection of practice, business, and education to reflect on how our field has changed—and what still matters. We asked Paula Martinez-Nobles,...

Edward Bartholomew’s path to lighting design was anything but direct. As an undergraduate studying art and working in theatre, he was fascinated by the expressive power of performance, until one encounter shifted his trajectory: a James Turrell installation at San...

FRISCO, TEXAS — Solais® Lighting, a leader in architectural-grade LED lighting, proudly announces the release of its newest innovation: the Pixora™ Trackhead, engineered to redefine precision, adaptability, and progress in track lighting. At Solais, progress is not an...

These days, it seems like every other person has a string of initials after their name. I sure do. James R. Benya, PE, FIES, FIALD. And I used to have LC until I failed to submit enough evidence of continuing education. I probably receive 10 emails a day signed by...

Available Light welcomes Erica Washburn as Manager of Strategic Partnerships, strengthening client relationships and advancing growth.

CARSON, Calif., August 19, 2025 – DMF Lighting, a leading architectural lighting manufacturer of premium modular LED downlighting systems, today announced the launch of a collection of sleek Decorative Pendants with Shades. The newest additions to the company’s 3-inch...

IESNYC Announces 2025 Annual Golf Outing The IESNYC invites members, colleagues, and friends to grab a partner and join in the fun at the 3rd Annual IESNYC Golf Outing. This year’s event promises a full day of golf, camaraderie, and friendly competition, capped with a...

One of the greatest privileges I have serving as Editor of designing lighting (dl) magazine is the opportunity to build lasting friendships with some of the world’s most talented lighting designers. Ken Billington lighting design has inspired audiences for decades,...

Last Call for LHRC Online Courses for 2025!   The Light and Health Research Center’s (LHRC) is offering two online professional certificate courses for 2025. These interactive educational offerings will be led by LHRC faculty and staff who are the foremost experts in...