Light'in Agorá: Embrace Equity

The curators and WIL Italy invite you to a panel discussion and gathering of "Women in Lighting". The aim of this evening is to celebrate Italian best practices and facilitate a conversation with the Women in Lighting network, through the Ambassadors representing WIL in other nations.

Starting with a reflection by Italian Ambassador Giorgia Brusemini, who will talk about how her approach to the profession has changed since she took on this role, a panel moderated by Helen Ankers of [d]arc media will follow. Five countries will be represented in the panel: Sabine De Shutter, Ambassador in Germany; Claudia Paz, Ambassador in Perù; Surbhi Jindal, Ambassador in India; Francesca Feltrin, Ambassador in Switzerland; Olga Tuzova, Ambassador in Russia.

The curators Giorgia Brusemini, Chiara Carucci, Martina Frattura and Giacomo Rossi conceived the 'Light'in Agora' project to promote a multidisciplinary design approach by bringing together Italian and international professionals. The organisers are proud and enthusiastic to collaborate with the media partners [d]arc media (arc and darc magazine) and with the supporters Helvar (platinum), formalighting (gold), Valmont Structures and LightLux (silver) for the events and gatherings.


Light'in Agorá: Find Your Light

The importance of creating opportunities for lighting professionals is undeniable. It all starts with education; not just for those who have chosen lighting as a career path, but for all. Education needs to begin much earlier, creating an awareness of the importance of light, and the industry that supports it.

Join this LIRC member meeting and Panel discussion featuring Andrea Hartranft, FIALD, President-Elect, USA; Dean Skira, IALD, Croatia; Paul Ehlert, IALD, Switzerland; Surbhi Jindal, Associate IALD, India; moderated by Martina Frattura, Jr. IALD, and Chiara Carucci, IALD Associate, LIRC Steering Committee.

The curators Giorgia Brusemini, Chiara Carucci, Martina Frattura and Giacomo Rossi conceived the 'Light'in Agora' project to promote a multidisciplinary design approach by bringing together Italian and international professionals. The organisers are proud and enthusiastic to collaborate with the media partners [d]arc media (arc and darc magazine) and with the supporters Helvar (platinum), formalighting (gold), Valmont Structures and LightLux (silver) for the events and gatherings.


Light'in Agorá: Illumina-mente - Inclusivity in light design

On the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the Italian Lighting Design promotion group, Light'in Agorá's "Illumina-mente" event will be held live, not only live streamed. The ILD co-founders Chiara Carucci and Giacomo Rossi will engage Giorgia Brusemini and Martina Frattura in a panel discussion about "Inclusivity in lighting and design". In order to celebrate the Italian community, the event will be held in Italian, however, the panel will be followed by a gathering for the Italian and International Lighting Designers, as well as the general public.

The curators Giorgia Brusemini, Chiara Carucci, Martina Frattura and Giacomo Rossi conceived the 'Light'in Agora' project to promote a multidisciplinary design approach by bringing together Italian and international professionals. The organisers are proud and enthusiastic to collaborate with the media partners [d]arc media (arc and darc magazine) and with the supporters Helvar (platinum), formalighting (gold), Valmont Structures and LightLux (silver) for the events and gatherings.


Cruise Ship Interiors Europe


Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo Europe connects the cruise interiors supply chain with Europe’s most esteemed cruise lines, designers, and shipyards working on major refurbishment and newbuild projects.

Returning to ExCel London on 4 - 5 December 2024, the exhibition and conference presents interior design within the cruise industry and provides a unique focus on on Europe’s luxury ocean, river, and expedition cruise market.

The innovation and creativity of the industry is showcased across the two-day event through the expertly curated schedule of content and over 200 exhibiting design studios, outfitters, and interior suppliers.

Experience a host of fantastic networking events such as the Opening Party, After Hours, and the co-located CSI Awards, each providing unrivalled opportunities to connect with key decision-makers and build valuable new relationships within the industry.

 Head over to the website to find out how you can get involved in this one-of-a-kind event.

Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo Europe 2024 takes place from 3 – 4 December 2024 at ExCeL London, Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London, E16 1XL, UK.


LiGHT 25

LiGHT is a UK-based exhibition dedicated to lighting specification brought to you by [d]arc media. LiGHT builds on the success of the much-loved ARC Show, which ran from 2004 to 2009 at the Business Design Centre. The two-day event is a much-need offering for lighting design built on [d]arc media's knowledge and experience of the lighting specification market.

As well as the high-end exhibiting lighting manufacturers, the event offers a vast talks programme, covering all of the latest industry topics and issues, as well as various networking opportunities including a late night drinks event and networking lunch. The launch event, LiGHT 22 welcomed more than 3,500 lighting specifiers through the doors.

For more information on LiGHT, including exhibiting head to: www.lightexpo.london


HIX

HIX is the ever-changing experience that makes hotels incredible and Europe’s leading exhibition for hotel design. The event brings together the entire design and interiors supply chain—including bathroom, fabrics, FF&E, furniture, lighting, objects, outdoor, wellness, 
surfaces, technology, and more with the interior designers, architects, specifiers, hotel operators, procurement professionals, and developers who shape the guest experience. Last year, HIX hosted 4,280 guests to London’s Business Design Centre for a vibrant 
celebration of everything that makes hotels incredible. Over two days, the hospitality  community came together for insightful talks, lively parties, immersive installations, and a curated exhibition featuring over 160 leading design brands. This evolving design experience 
offers a platform for the latest innovations in hotel interiors, welcoming the entire supply chain from architects and designers to investors, operators, specifiers, project managers, and developers. 

BD|NY

Boutique Design New York (BDNY) is the leading trade fair and conference for boutique hotel design. A curated and creative event, BDNY brings designers, architects, purchasing agents, hoteliers, owners, and developers together with inventive manufacturers of interior design elements for hospitality. It’s a celebration of not only the latest design trends, but also the visionaries and creators shaping the future of hospitality.

Throughout the two-day event, attendees can look forward to a robust lineup of CEU-accredited seminars and engaging conversations featuring respected industry veterans, rising stars, and thought leaders. It’s where creativity flourishes, ideas ignite, and partnerships are born.

New this year:

  • Four new designed spaces crafted by the incredible teams at Baskervill, BLUR Workshop, Curioso, and Parker-Torres Design
  • The introduction of Dine & Design: A BDNY Pop-Up, a new pavilion exclusive to F+B design, with a cafe space created by J.GIDARI
  • 90+ first-time exhibitors and over 700 total exhibitors
  • A new mobile app and matchmaking platform to make networking easier than ever before

 

For more information on BDNY, go to www.bdny.com

 


Decorex

The UK’s highly anticipated celebration of interior design will return to Olympia Events from 6-9 October 2024 for Decorex’s 46th edition. There will be plenty to discover in the lighting sector with industry insights on the latest trends, product launches, demonstrations and an inspiring Talks Programme. Over 280 brands will showcase their newest products and curated collections, including Bert Frank, Original BTC, Lutron, Pooky Lighting, lights&lamps and more. Get your ticket here.