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March Look Back

As we pause to reflect on our recent episodes, we've been privileged to host some exceptional conversations in lighting design. Looking back at our recent two episodes, Philip Rafael from Insight Lighting Berlin shared invaluable insights on workplace lighting and wellbeing, challenging traditional productivity-focused approaches. Our community resonated strongly with his vision of transforming lighting from purely functional to wellness-supporting elements.

Following that, Koert Vermeulen from ACT Lighting Design Brussels offered a masterclass in merging artistic expression with technical precision. His approach to lighting as a storytelling medium has sparked meaningful discussions in our community."

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Lux Futurum 2025

Lux Futurum 2025 stands at the forefront of lighting design innovation, reimagining how excellence is recognized in our industry. This groundbreaking global program transcends traditional awards by focusing on future-oriented concepts, products, and projects that push boundaries and challenge conventions.
Our distinguished 2025 judging panel brings together remarkable talents from across the globe. Claudia Paz from Peru eagerly anticipates discovering "what creative minds around the world are thinking about the future," while Faraz Izhar from Dubai highlights how Lux Futurum fills a crucial gap in recognizing emerging technologies and AI applications in lighting. Daniel Hammond brings his expertise in light science and its health impacts, complemented by Jinkie De Jesus's enthusiasm for innovations that extend beyond decorative purposes into crucial areas like healthcare lighting. Karen Owens celebrates the "East meets West" philosophy underpinning the program, noting how different global regions experience unique "rhythms of light" that influence design approaches. Lauren Dandridge, both a practicing principal and educator, values how the program exposes students and professionals alike to "the newest, freshest ideas around lighting design."
Building on the success of our inaugural 2024 event in Guangzhou, Lux Futurum represents a unique collaboration between the Virtual Lighting Design Community and the Zhurong team. This partnership creates a platform where Eastern and Western design philosophies converge, fostering innovations that might otherwise remain undiscovered. Whether you're an establish

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