Are You Ready to be Inspired, Challenged, and Empowered? Register for the 2023 IES Annual Conference!

July 10, 2023

This year’s IES Annual Conference theme “Light Responsibly” comes to life with sessions on light and human health, responsible outdoor lighting, and the cultural impact of light.

Join IES in Chicagoland, August 3-5, for their annual conference featuring dynamic speakers, hands-on workshops, valuable insights into the latest trends and technologies in the lighting industry, and more and earn up to 18 CEUs.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exciting event —

The theme for the 2023 IES Annual Conference, Light Responsibly, focuses on the responsibility that the lighting industry has to itself, to the architectural and construction industry, and to the world at large to ensure that lighting has a net positive impact on the built environment. It is a call to action to the entire lighting community to use our knowledge, skills, and experience to affect positive change in the industry.

More information available here

Light Responsibly: 2023 IES Annual Conference

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GE Lighting and ShotSpotter to Bring Gunshot Detection to Luminaires

Cities and their emergency responders will soon have a new way to deploy gunshot detection technology and be able to respond to incidents and react faster to protect residents…

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L A M P 2017 Submissions Now Open

L A M P is now accepting submissions for its biannual competition in three categories: Student, Emerging, and Established from all disciplines including, but not limited to: Artists, Industrial Designers, and Architects.

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Webinar: Designing a Grow Facility Using Safer Lighting Equipment

From designers of custom and modular systems to cultivators and processors, the need for certified, reliable lighting systems is a critical component in maximizing the return on investment from your facilities.

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WELL v2 Building Standing Presentation from Light + WELL Building

WELL is a great tool for advancing health and well-being in buildings globally. As stated by The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), 4,156 projects encompassing over 540 million square feet are applying WELL across 61 countries.

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The Lighting Library – Take Your Knowledge With You

The IES knows you want to take your knowledge with you. In this special webinar, IES staff will guide you through The Lighting Library® – a giant step forward in how we create and deliver standards.

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Wow Lighting and Controls Acquires Artec Lighting Line

November 29, 2023 Wow Lighting is excited to introduce the newest addition to their linecard: Artec Lighting. Their state-of-the-art lighting lab and manufacturing facility is equipped with cutting-edge technology to test and analyze the performance and quality of all their in-house designed LED lights for handrails. More information available here

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GE Lighting and ShotSpotter to Bring Gunshot Detection to Luminaires

Cities and their emergency responders will soon have a new way to deploy gunshot detection technology and be able to respond to incidents and react faster to protect residents…

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L A M P 2017 Submissions Now Open

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Webinar: Designing a Grow Facility Using Safer Lighting Equipment

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WELL v2 Building Standing Presentation from Light + WELL Building

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The Lighting Library – Take Your Knowledge With You

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Wow Lighting and Controls Acquires Artec Lighting Line

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GE Lighting and ShotSpotter to Bring Gunshot Detection to Luminaires

Cities and their emergency responders will soon have a new way to deploy gunshot detection technology and be able to respond to incidents and react faster to protect residents…

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L A M P 2017 Submissions Now Open

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Webinar: Designing a Grow Facility Using Safer Lighting Equipment

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WELL v2 Building Standing Presentation from Light + WELL Building

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The Lighting Library – Take Your Knowledge With You

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Wow Lighting and Controls Acquires Artec Lighting Line

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LEDVANCE Expands Ontario Presence with New Specification Agent

LEDVANCE is pleased to announce the appointment of Sterling Architectural Products Ltd. (Sterling Lights) as their new specification agent in Ontario. This partnership strengthens LEDVANCE’s presence in the region and reinforces their commitment to serving the professional lighting design and specification community with innovative, reliable lighting solutions. With decades of experience and a service-driven mindset,… Read More…
Eureka Wins Three 2025 Red Dot Awards for Product Design

Eureka is pleased to announce that its Velia, Cirra, and Junction luminaires have each received a 2025 Red Dot Design Award for Product Design. It is the 11th consecutive year that Eureka products have been honored with this prestigious award, which is a testament to the company’s consistency and relentless drive to design exceptional luminaires.… Read More…

Cyclone Lighting Wins 2025 Red Dot Award for Valenza

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Omnilumen Announces New Representation Agreement with CECOCECO & Zilux

May 28, 2025
Luminis Wins 2025 Red Dot Award for Pelican Line

May 19, 2025
Contact Delage Announces New Representation Agreement with K-Array

May 19, 2025
Arani Launches “Charge for Change” Program to Donate EV Chargers to Community Organizations Across Canada

May 13, 2025
Acuity Acquires M3 Innovation, an Innovative Sports Lighting Startup

May 8, 2025

Design

Mac’s II Agencies: Case Study – Tesoro, Vancouver, BC

At the crest of False Creek, Tesoro stands as a contemporary interpretation of classic luxury, offering 92 exclusive waterfront homes in the heart of Vancouver. Developed by Concert Properties, this 17-story residential tower embraces a distinctly modern character, harmonizing sleek design with timeless sophistication. The vision for Tesoro extended beyond its architectural presence—it was about… Read More…
LightForm: Estiluz – Versatile Solutions for Sophisticated Spaces

For anyone seeking high-performance lighting that blends elegance with engineering, Estiluz offers an exceptional range of solutions. This Spanish brand, family-owned since 1969, creates lighting that balances form, function, and flexibility, making it ideal for both bold architectural statements and subtle design enhancements. At LightForm, they are proud to be the exclusive Canadian distributor of… Read More…

The Difference Between Accent, Ambient & Task Lighting: Ultimate Guide

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Graphic Office Interiors Enhance Their Office Space, Incorporating State-Of-The-Art Lighting Solutions

May 22, 2025
Illuminate Your Project with Modern LED Panels

May 15, 2025
T5 vs. T8 Lights – What’s the Difference?

May 13, 2025
Garage Lighting Ideas: Illuminate Your Space

May 9, 2025
Sign Drum – Blend of Sophistication & High-Performance Lighting

May 1, 2025

New Products

Cyclone Lighting Introduces New Taji Luminaire

Cyclone Lighting is excited to announce the release of its new Taji luminaire. Taji’s captivating design features high-performance optics and enhances a variety of aesthetics. Taji’s distinctive, stylish silhouette and slender lines are a refreshing departure from the ubiquitous dome luminaire. The unique flared form maintains a slender, minimalist feel yet provides high-performance optics. The… Read More…
Leviton Releases New Decora Smart Wi-Fi 0-10V Dimmer for Home & Small Business Lighting Control

Leviton has announced the launch of the Decora Smart Wi-Fi 0-10V Dimmer (D2710), expanding its comprehensive Wi-Fi lighting and load control solutions that work with the My Leviton app. As the first Matter-compatible 0-10V smart dimmer, the new 120V/277V device makes it easy to add 0-10V dimming to smart platforms such as Apple Home, Amazon… Read More…