Chris chose to work with Robe ESPRITE moving lights and one of the new Robe iBOLTS, which were applied with great effect together with projection mapping of the South African flag onto the building.

Cyril Ramaphosa was inaugurated as South African president and leader of a national unity government made up of representatives from four major parties – the ANC (African National Congress), the DA (Democratic Alliance), the Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) and the Patriotic Alliance (PA).

The final inauguration events are organised on a tight timescale once the actual election results are confirmed and certified – Chris received the call a week beforehand and was asked to present a scheme for illuminating the Union Buildings, a notoriously difficult structure to light effectively due to is extremely long – 285 metre – façade.

Designed by Sir Herbert Baker in 1908 in English ‘monumental’ style, construction from light sandstone materials began the next year and was completed in 1913. The buildings are semi-circular in shape with two side wings representing the union of formally divided people.

This was the first time that Chris had lit the Buildings. Initially, the client had the idea of projecting the South African flag onto the four end-walls, however after a site visit, Chris proposed lighting the two inner end walls with the projected flags, and lighting along the whole facade of the near side wings for better effect and to also to maximise their budget.

The client agreed and Chris then specified six Robe ESPRITES a side for the façade illuminations, and two 40K projectors for the flags onto the two end-walls.

From a conversation with Duncan Riley from Robe’s South African distributor DWR Distribution, Chris learned that the iBOLT had recently arrived in the country! They both thought it would also be a brilliant ‘inauguration event’ for this powerful super-bright laser-lightsource searchlight style fixtures in SA, and that an iBOLT would complete and complement the other elements of the installation perfectly.

DWR’s Duncan and Bruce Riley rocked up on site with the fixtures and set it up and programmed the iBOLT using a small console so it blasted up into the night sky and cycled through a number of colourful and spectacular effects.

“It’s a completely awesome fixture and created some beautiful effects,” commented Chris, adding that it juxtaposed seamlessly with the lit building.

The ESPRITES were rigged on truss tower sections on the other side of a road that passes directly in front – with a 9-metre drop – of the buildings, along the edge of the large park/amphitheatre that stretches away in front of the seat of government. They were positioned to avoid greenery, and the shutters used extensively to produce crisp delineating lines between the different bold flag colours.

ESPRITES are one of Chris’s go-to fixtures for multiple shows and corporate events, so he knows them well, but even he was surprised at how well they worked in this architectural context.

The central curved building and its two distinctive turrets, illuminated by a permanent lighting installation already in place for some years, provided depth, contrast and a negative space that coincidentally referenced the black parts of the South African flag.

The installation ran for three nights from dusk to dawn, bringing the Buildings to life, and was enjoyed and appreciated by the press and the public either side of the actual inauguration ceremony, which took place at midday on 19^th June on the South Lawns of the Union Buildings.

Photo: Chris Duys.

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The Vienna Philharmonic invited audiences to the open-air Sommernachtskonzert (Summer Night Concert) for the 20th time this year – and a massive 50,000 spectators didn’t need to be asked twice. In addition, the free concert – one of Austria’s largest classical music events, set against the backdrop of the impressive Schönbrunn Palace – was set for broadcast in over 80 countries.

The Sommernachtskonzert has become an established tradition and for many Viennese it is impossible to imagine life without it. Lighting designer Jerry Appelt has emphasised in the past how much this concert means to him. Therefore, he and his team continue their work – and at the same time have created new highlights in the production, thanks to the help of some new GLP devices.

The GLP impression S350 Wash has been used for orchestra lighting for several years; this year 76 of the fixtures were deployed. The devices “impress with the lighting quality required by production for TV applications,” explains Appelt. “In addition, the light weight of these spots is an advantage, given the limited load-bearing capacity of the stage roof. That’s why they are an integral part of the lighting design at the Summer Night Concert.”

GLP’s impression X5 LED washlights have also been used for orchestra lighting for the past two years. As with all spotlights in the stage roof, the comparatively low weight also plays a role here. Sixty-one impression X5 Wash were part of this year’s lighting design.
However, 54 of the new, weatherproof GLP impression X5 IP Maxx were used for the first time, providing column lighting on the magnificent façade of Schönbrunn Palace. The impression X5 IP Maxx represents the much-praised colour quality of the X5 Series with an even higher output. The lighting designer favoured the new model in this application primarily for the “brilliant colours and the IP65 protection, which made it possible to forego additional rain protection in front of the historic facade”, he explains.

With 12 FUSION Creos, a completely new model also made its debut at the Summer Night Concert. The tiltable LED washlight with 18 40W RGBL LEDs, arranged in three lines, functions both as a single device and in combination with several other fixtures to create an overpowering LED bar. During the Summer Night Concert, all 12 devices were used on the Gloriette, which is around a kilometre from the palace, and is often seen by the TV cameras.

“The Creos impressed us both as architectural lighting and as single camera lighters,” says Appelt.

For the first time, the designer also used 52 of the ultra-compact and weatherproof (IP65) FUSION X-PAR 8Z LED PARs with zoom from FUSION by GLP to illuminate various statues in the extensive palace park. “The statues in the park were presented as decentralised highlights, concealing the necessary lighting technology in the foreground. The X-PAR 8Z can be used extremely effectively as small, inconspicuous uplights,” he explains. “They also have a very good zoom range for such a compact device in this performance class.”

Jerry Appelt’s design team additionally used eight GLP ArenaLED1 Touring for the ambient lighting at the Gloriette, which “were somewhat misused in this role, as they are actually arena floodlights, but nevertheless did a good job and were also very acceptable outdoor floodlights. We’re looking forward to actually using the fixtures in an arena context,” says the designer.

When a torrential thunderstorm began on the day of the dress rehearsal, the IP-certified fixtures from GLP demonstrated their reliability even under the presence of such heavy rain.

Finally, Jerry Appelt thanks the organisers of the event, as well as the Philharmonic Orchestra: “My team and I always look forward to the Summer Night Concert. This is not only due to the wonderful music in the unique open-air atmosphere, but especially to the constructive collaboration with the Vienna Philharmonic. In particular we thank Johannes Schneider, as our contact person, as well as the organisers, Anneliese Pontiller and Zigo Mutschlechner, who help make the Summer Night Concert a local highlight as well as a cultural export hit.” Appelt also thanks the ORF (the Austrian Broadcast Corporation), and particularly Roberto Berkembrock, for the close cooperation.

Photo credit: Jack Langer.

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Pharos has been working with Lutron to provide integration of Pharos Designer systems with Lutron commercial systems, using Pharos flexible IO modules. The Pharos systems now support integration with Athena; Lutron’s flagship control offering for commercial installations.

The Designer range from Pharos Architectural Controls boasts a wide selection of controllers – including the original and award-winning LPC (Lighting Playback Controller) – to suit any DMX, eDMX and DALI lighting project. 

Integration is now also possible with Lutron Vive and solutions from the Pharos Designer range. Vive is a wireless commercial lighting control system, helping new and existing commercial buildings to be more efficient, comfortable and productive.

To deliver the highest levels of protection, the Athena and Vive integrations are fully secured using Lutron’s LEAP API integration protocol.  

The collaboration will be formalised with the addition of Lutron as a ‘Friend of Pharos’ on the Pharos website. This considered network of manufacturers share the Pharos ethos of putting customers first. Through this approved list, Pharos is able to ensure any integration project will mean customers get the best of two leading companies, without the risk of being sidelined and manufacturers not taking responsibility. 

Bas Hoksbergen, Commercial Director at Pharos Architectural Controls, said: “I am very happy to see the Pharos Designer and Lutron Athena integration now available for all our users. Combining Lutron and Pharos systems gives our users unprecedented control flexibility over both functional lighting, as well as dynamic lighting control.”

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As lighting controls specialist Pharos Architectural Controls celebrates its 20^th anniversary this year, the manufacturer has launched a podcast series to spotlight some of the people and projects that have helped to define the company and play a part in its success. In this first release, we focus on the Innovators.

Iain Ruxton from Spiers Major Light Architecture (SMLA), Maria Jenkins from Experience Lighting and Nic Tolkien from Architainment recorded podcast interviews with Pharos, discussing how the world of lighting has changed over the past two decades and the shifting sands that have shaped both their companies and their careers.

Ryan Sainsbury – UK and Northern Europe Regional Sales Manager for Pharos, led the series of conversations, which also included a sit-down chat with Sara Viele from Merlin Entertainment Group to discuss how Pharos products have enabled the transformation of the iconic London Eye from a static landmark to a living embodiment of celebrations, commemorations and of course, New Year’s Eve.

Nic Tolkien – Architainment

The fusion of architecture and entertainment has spurred a huge shift in the lighting industry and with Nic’s background in entertainment – having spent 20 years in the business before forming Architainment in 2003 – it makes sense that he would be one of the innovators in this blend of approaches and applications.

In his podcast episode, Nic explains how architectural lighting was significantly impacted by the creation of colour changing LED luminaires by Color Kinetics and others, and how this opened the floodgates for DMX-based systems that enable colour, transition and more entertainment-based scenes.

Nic explained how it felt to witness this technological shift first hand. “We’d go and see an architectural lighting designer and explain that these single fixtures – with the use of a controller – could change colour. Within a few minutes, we’d have 20 lighting designers from the practice around the table, pointing the fixture at the wall and imagining what they could do with this new gear.

“Now they had a product that could enable creativity and of course, the more creative they got, the more comprehensive the controllers needed to be.”

Nic commented that many lighting designers hailed from theatrical backgrounds and as the revolution of RGB LEDs began to take hold, he could sense an explosion of creativity as designers were empowered to create scenes that moved away from traditional white and really indulged in colourful light.

“The ability to change colour and add a theatrical element when it was available for these designers to specify caused a lot of interest and excitement, although perhaps not all clients were happy to herald in colour and do away with white, which is why the ability to amend scenes from white to colour became so pertinent.

“From Red Nose Day to the birth of a Royal baby, colour has revolutionised the way buildings are used and viewed over the past 12-18 years.”

And so, does Nic have a favourite building that uses these colour-changing technologies to best effect? “The London Eye is one that we were very excited to work on. In terms of a landmark and the statements it makes, it’s fantastic.”

The London Eye

Pharos Architectural Controls play a key role in the lighting capabilities of the London Eye, which is known for its iconic and timely attention-grabbing scenes.

Sara Viele, AV Specialist for Merlin Entertainment Group, explained in her podcast episode, just how integral Pharos kit is: “Several Designer LPCs (Lighting Playback Controllers) are mounted onto the rim of the wheel, with three others across the building. We also use a Designer TPC (Touch Panel Controller) and have recently implemented Pharos Cloud for our marketing and PR, which is an easy interface for use in live activations. It’s a big distributed system but when you plug into the network, you see all of the controllers appear on Pharos Designer.

The interconnectivity of Pharos systems on the London Eye enables a multitude of nuanced uses that has provided Merlin with the opportunity to utilise the Eye as a marketing tool. Sara said: “The colour matching of the system is reliable and means that we can design creative lighting schemes and pre-programme the system to complement a huge range of events – like New Years Eve, film premiers, England football matches and Eurovision.

“The flexibility of the system is great and allows me to create my own lights that may not even be on the system yet, which means the possibilities are endless, and that is always exciting.”

Iain Ruxton – SMLA

Recalling his first contact with Pharos, Iain Ruxton also noted the ‘world of white’ of lighting that he was experiencing as an architectural lighting designer in the early 2000s. “I remember being introduced to the controls at the Business Design Centre and knowing immediately that this kit would solve problems for me. We were doing more colour-change work that we needed to be more kinetic and so required DMX systems, but many of them were very limited in function, or were full-on entertainment systems that required a live operator.

“Fit-and-forget systems were few and far between and as well as being limited, they were clunky. Pharos brought to market a show-based DMX system that could do a whole lot more and was easy to interface with architectural systems. I’ve been using Pharos ever since, specifying hardware that’s scalable, to keep up with client demands.

“The LED revolution changed the game in this industry and there has been a great deal of interest from clients in coloured light and kinetic light. One of the big things that has pushed the scale is undoubtedly the use of pixels. The channel counts and universe counts are through the roof now, which was completely unfathomable a few years ago.”

Iain provided an example in the form of an art installation at Broadgate, near Liverpool Street Station in London: “The installation itself is a 5m circle with a fairly coarse pixel pitch behind a diffused Barrisol fabric.  The content is generated by a PC with custom software by an artist. I used a Pharos Designer VLC to take their output as video signal, lay it onto the grid and pump out the artwork to the pixels. The Pharos kit does the show control, turning on and off, and giving options for local override and to change to fixed colours when required, for example to support a charity or celebrate a particular event.

“It is fantastic and all works really well together, but even that relatively small grid is made up of 42 universes. Projects like this have pushed on the needs from the controllers and Pharos has always come up to meet – and exceed – these requirements.”

Continuing the theme of scalability, Iain goes on to discuss a live project that is currently utilising Pharos Controls: “This is a real one off – not only because we are the lead designer on what is a massive lighting-only project rather than working with an architect or other designer – but also because of its cultural and historical significance.

“At-Turaif is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, considered to be the birthplace of the modern state of Saudi Arabia on the outskirts of Riyadh. Technically, it’s interesting on a number of levels. Due to the sheer size of the site, the system has been designed with multiple Designer LPC-X controllers – we didn’t know how good the local network was going to be or what order lights were going to be installed and commissioned in. Building in that resilience has definitely saved us during an incremental installation and switch-on. We currently have 35,000 channels patched and none of that is pixel. We are talking about individual lights, so it’s a huge scheme.

“Getting the lights patched correctly and working out the dynamic effects has been very challenging and required precise organisation and liaison with the luminaire supplier and installers. I can’t think of another system we could have used to get to where we needed to be in a manageable time frame.”

Iain also noted another key part of the project that presented both the SMLA and Pharos Support teams with a need to learn some new skills:

“Another objective was to script the lighting in line with lunar phases. This is where Pharos really comes into its own. I’ve done a lot of scripting with Pharos previously, but this project required both Ryan Sainsbury and I to learn a bit about astronomy to figure out how to work out whether a given night was the nearest period of darkness to the moment of full-moon. It’s more complicated than it sounds and was a steep learning curve for both of us!

“It was a great example – not only of how of how we can write bespoke coding, which can be exactly tailored to the needs of the project – but also of the collaborative approach and level of support that we as customers receive from Pharos. We can literally access Pharos support at any time of day, from anywhere in the world and that is priceless, when you’re working on site and under pressure. The show-must-go-on mentality really is a gamechanger and sets the Pharos team apart.”

Maria Jenkins – Experience Lighting

Maria’s career in lighting began at university, where she used lighting design in entertainment as a creative outlet while she studied maths and statistics. Following a stint with an installation company, she joined Light Factor in London, where she met Nick Archdale and Chris Hunt of Flying Pig, who went on to establish Pharos. “Our paths crossed several times and after I set up as a freelance consultant, clients needed a control solution that moved with the times, so I was in regular contact with Pharos.”

Maria’s technical expertise, not only with programming, but also with distributing Pharos products has opened many doors for Pharos gear to be integrated into projects – particularly those with an entertainment background.

“The first project where I used Pharos was at Madame Tussauds on Baker Street in London and their kit really fitted the requirements of the project; an attraction that had to run in a specific way, having a complex set of outputs that needed to be achieved. It was prime for a DMX-driven system and with a tight turnaround prior to opening, Pharos was able to step up and meet the brief.

“Pharos has come out of the entertainment industry and the guys have that show-must-go-on mentality, but crucially, they also have a foot in the architectural camp, with the flexibility to integrate with more straightforward DALI-controlled systems; AV smart home and building management systems, as well as the more complex entertainment/colour change requirements. As a programmer and a distributor, this has constantly helped to make my life easier.”

Maria is one of the main distributors for Pharos in the UK, as well as being an experienced programmer. “Many of my clients are in the themed entertainment and attractions space and want to use Pharos for the same reasons I do. It’s quite easy to relay that enthusiasm for the kit. I am still on site, programming, which helps to keep my knowledge fresh and helps customers to see that I trust the product that I am selling to them.”

Maria went on to explain how she integrated Pharos into a recent project at the Printworks in Manchester. “The project started five years ago and the original specification was much more simple and looked very different to how it does now; an immersive colour-change system, integrated with content, over 90 clips that integrate with the lighting. The Designer LPC 4 also runs the facade individually, which is controlled by Pharos Cloud, allowing the client to amend the frontage as needed.”

Ryan Sainsbury from Pharos said: “We always rely on professionals like those spotlighted in this article to feed into our control systems and keep us connected with market requirements. Pharos has continued to grow and innovate in collaboration with companies like Architainment, Experience Lighting and Spiers Major Light Architecture.

“Highlighting some of the people and projects that we admire has been a real privilege and I’m excited for the next instalment of this campaign to celebrate 20 years of Pharos in 2024.”

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Scheduled to take place from May 21^st to May 23^rd , the ERCO + Zaha Hadid Architects event, in partnership with Mix Interiors, will provide attendees with a unique opportunity to delve into the history and evolution of light and design, exploring AI technology and the form and function of light and design.

“We are excited to once again join forces with Zaha Hadid Architects to showcase the transformative power of light in architectural design,” said Jim Ashley-Down, Managing Director at ERCO Lighting UK & Ireland. “After the success of last year we are delighted to elevate the event even further by partnering with Mix Interiors. Through this collaboration, we aim to inspire and educate industry professionals on the possibilities that innovative lighting solutions can offer in shaping the built environment.

Zaha Hadid Architects, known for pushing the boundaries of architectural design, brings their unique perspective to the event. “At Zaha Hadid Architects, we see architecture and light intricately intertwined, with each element shaping the spatial experience,’’ commented Kar-Hwa Ho, Head of Interior Architecture at Zaha Hadid Architects. ‘’We look forward to exploring the evolution and future of light and design’’.

“At Mix Interiors, we believe in the power of knowledge sharing and conversations to help drive innovation, foster disruptive ideas and inspire progress,” said Mix Interiors Managing Editor, Harry McKinley. “It’s why we’re delighted to be partnering on this series of thought-provoking discussions featuring respected industry experts.”

The event will feature a series of thought-provoking talks from leading industry experts:

Technology in Design: The Beginning or the End? 

On the 22^nd May at 2pm, the panel will delve into the rise of artificial intelligence and its impact on the design process. Asking the question: will technology be the catalyst for a paradigm shift in design thinking?

Register here: Technology in Design: The beginning or the end? Tickets, Wed, May 22, 2024 at 2:00 PM | Eventbrite

Speakers:

• Mix Interiors – Harry McKinley
• Zaha Hadid Architects – Nils Fischer, Director
• ERCO GmbH – Dr. Thomas Schielke, Architecture and Lighting Design Trainer
• Google DeepMind – Ali Eslami, Director of Research Strategy
• University of Oxford – Professor Charles Spence, Head of Crossmodal Research Laboratory at the Department of Experimental Psychology

The Form & Function of Design: Is Beauty a Dangerous Word? 

On the 23^rd May at 3pm, the panel will explore the intricate relationship between form and function in design. Is beauty a subjective concept, or does it hold the key to creating culturally relevant designs that stand the test of time?

Register here: The Form & Function of Design: Is beauty a dangerous word? Tickets, Thu, May 23, 2024 at 3:00 PM | Eventbrite

Speakers:

• Mix Interiors – Harry McKinley
• Zaha Hadid Architects – Patrik Schumacher, Principal
• Light Arc – Claire Hamill, Head of Lighting
• Doshi Levien – Nipa Doshi, Co-founder
• Kingston University – Professor Penny Sparke, Design Writer and Professor of Design

In addition to the enlightening talks, attendees will have the opportunity to visit the Zaha Hadid Architects gallery to experience firsthand the latest innovations in architectural lighting and design solutions.

Showroom Opening Times:

Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Location: Zaha Hadid Architects Gallery, 101 Goswell Road, London EC1V 7EZ

Photography credit: Zaha Hadid Architects Gallery, Gavriil Papadiotis, ERCO GmvbH ©

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The revitalised Ayr Riverside has become a pivotal public space connecting the High Street and Ayr River. This urban rejuvenation honours the site’s historical context through the incorporation of both hard and soft landscaping, modern street furniture, and enhanced lighting. In addition to elevating the town’s aesthetic appeal, the development grants access to the river’s edge, providing a versatile space for hosting various events and activities throughout the year, such as pop-up markets and gatherings. The project further introduces a community pavilion with meeting and event spaces, public restrooms, and storage facilities.

A team comprising Ayrshire Roads Alliance, (ARA) architects Austin-Smith:Lord, civil engineering and MEP consultant Harley Haddow, and marine specialist Arch Henderson Engineering were instrumental in bringing this vision to life.

Harley Haddow enlisted Thorn Lighting’s design team for a complementary lighting scheme. The project required a sensitive balance between luminaires to achieve the correct lux levels and uniformity while maintaining a unique and contemporary appearance. The selected products also had to integrate seamlessly with the chosen CMS system and avoid using columns with visible joints that detract from the aesthetics.

These challenges were addressed with Thorn’s Contrast luminaires, known for their distinctive and elegant design, complementing modern and classic architecture within the urban environment. Finished in RAL9006, these luminaires offer a balanced white light in 4000K, emphasising modernity and visual appeal.

Furthermore, by implementing bespoke columns with no external hinges but utilising an inverted mechanism, a sleek, unobtrusive look that met the project’s requirements was achieved.

Scott Thomson of Harley Haddow stated, “Thorn’s Contrast luminaires provided the ideal solution for this project. They not only met the stringent requirements of the Ayrshire Roads Alliance (ARA) but also satisfied our landscape architect’s need for an aesthetically pleasing scheme and open space. The bespoke columns and lighting design played a significant role in achieving the project’s objectives.”

The contemporary design of the Contrast floodlights effortlessly blends into modern streetscapes. Among the primary benefits of the new lighting scheme is improved colour rendering, which accentuates the new paving and street layout, lending a stylish and inviting feel to the area. The lighting enhances the overall appeal of Ayr Riverside, making it an attractive and functional hub for local events and community activities.

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As NPC–UK seamlessly integrates into the LITE Group under the guidance of seasoned industry professional Paul Barnes, the collaboration sets the stage for a shift in the way we perceive and experience lighting. This new alliance is not merely a convergence of entities; it represents the fusion of Nordic’s renowned engineering precision with LITE Architectural’s creative vision.

The grand reveal of this dynamic collaboration unfolded at the recent LiGHT 23 exhibition – LiGHT Expo London. Attendees were not only treated to an exclusive preview of LITE Architectural’s extensive suite of solutions but also witnessed the inception of the new LITE group division. The partnership promises to open up new dimensions in lighting aesthetics and functionality.

Central to this collaboration is Nordic Power Converters’ InviTrack Solutions – a track light system that redefines how we interact with light. This innovative track system seamlessly blends with established mainstream lighting track. The result is a harmonious integration of technology and aesthetics, enabling a true no-compromise design, allowing designers and lighting manufacturers to create immersive and dynamic lighting experiences.

Paul Barnes – Managing Director of NPC-UK, steering this exciting venture, shared his enthusiasm, stating, “This partnership is a testament to our commitment to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in architectural lighting. With InviTrack, we are not just illuminating spaces; we are shaping how people experience light, setting new benchmarks in the industry.”

With a shared commitment to pushing boundaries, the new NPC-UK division to the LITE Group aspires to lead the industry into a new era of innovation with new and exciting product releases on the way.

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The certification process, governed by the Certified Lighting Design Commission, assesses one’s ability to operate as a lead architectural lighting designer professionally and proficiently by considering a person’s imaginative, technical, and professional responsibility skills.

The newest Certified Lighting Designers are:

• Amer Alchama, CLD, of Los Angeles, California, USA
• Angelica Santana, IALD, CLD, of Alexandria, Virginia, USA
• Huong Ly Duong, CLD, of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
• Lena Kang, IALD, CLD, of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
• Margareth Sunjoto, CLD, of Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia
• Michelle Johnson, Assoc. IALD, CLD, of Columbus, Ohio, USA

As the first evidence-based certification program in architectural lighting design in the world, obtaining the Certified Lighting Designer (CLD) title denotes that these individuals have proven track records of design excellence and have successfully validated their skills through a rigorous assessment process that defines high standards of professional practice.

“We are incredibly proud of this year’s CLD recipients,” said David Becker, Chair of the Certified Lighting Design Commission. “Recognised by this global benchmark of performance, we have no doubt that they will continue to make significant contributions to the field, elevating the quality and impact of lighting in spaces of all types.”

The IALD congratulates the 2023 CLD recipients and welcomes them to this esteemed community of lighting professionals. Their commitment to excellence sets a high bar for the industry and paves the way for a brighter future for lighting design.

To learn more about the CLD program, or to view a directory of registered CLD professionals, visit cld.global.

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The 20 Years of Pharos campaign will spotlight 10 lighting professionals and 10 projects that have shaped the success of the company over the two decades since its establishment.   

Pharos Architectural Controls was founded in 2004 as part of the Carallon group, as an independently owned specialist in dynamic lighting control systems.  

All Pharos products are designed and manufactured in-house, including each product’s industrial design, the electronics, and the final assembly. By keeping control of the entire design and manufacturing process, Pharos prides itself on maintaining the highest possible standards in quality assurance. All Pharos products are backed by a five-year warranty and supported by an experienced technical team. 

Simon Hicks, CEO of Pharos Architectural Controls, said: “Achieving 20 years in business is a significant milestone, which we are extremely proud of. That’s why we are celebrating not only our success but the contribution of those talented individuals and stand-out projects that have been key in our growth and accomplishments.   

We’re excited to get the campaign underway and announce our 20 years of Pharos champions.”  

For more information on the campaign, visithttps://www.pharoscontrols.com/about/news/pharos-celebrates-20-years-in-control-with-spotlight-campaign/ 

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Gustavo was awarded this designation by the International Association of Lighting Designers during the opening session of the IALD Enlighten Americas 2023 annual conference in Banff, Canada.

IALD Fellows are recognised for their achievements in lighting design and education and their service to the profession and the association. Those awarded with the designation have been professional members of IALD for at least 10 years and have made significant contributions to the IALD and demonstrated leadership in the profession through a robust body of work and advanced knowledge of lighting design.

Gustavo Avilés is known worldwide for his innovative and influential work in the field of architectural lighting. With a career spanning over forty years, Gustavo is the founding director of the multiple award-winning architectural lighting design studio Lighteam, a member of the National System of Creators (Sistema Nacional de Creadores), the National Academy of Architecture (Academia Nacional de Arquitectura), and a Core Member of The Lighting Detectives. He founded the Postgraduate Lighting Design Program at the National Autonomous University of México and was the IALD’s opening speaker for the 2015 International Year of Light conference at the UNESCO Headquarters in Paris.

He has served on the IALD Board of Directors for two terms, been a member of the IALD Education Trust, a champion for the establishment of the IALD México Chapter, and a two-time winner of IALD International Lighting Design Awards, in 2011 for the Hotel Encanto project, and in 2014 for the Memorial to the Victims of Violence project.

Gustavo has made significant contributions to the way light is used in various environments, ranging from public spaces to private residences. His exceptional designs are characterized by their ability to enhance the aesthetics and functionality of spaces through the thoughtful application of light. The prestige and esteem of the IALD College of Fellows is deepened by his induction, and the Association is proud to bestow this new title.

Those interested in learning more about the IALD College of Fellows and its over 50 members are invited to visit iald.org/fellows.

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