Designers Lighting Forum of NY

💡Join renowned color expert Linda Holtzschue as she explores the key to successful interior color display with lighting on Thursday, April 30! The discussion will focus on how color is seen, the relationship of color surfaces to light sources, and the absolute need for lighting design on every project, no matter how large or small. Secure your free spot at the link in our bio. This event is part of the series The Impact of Light and Color in Design, brought to you by the Designers Lighting Forum of New York (@dlf_ny ) and hosted at the New York School of Interior Design. #nysid #interiordesign #lightingdesign #NYSIDLightingDesign

A great night at the DLFNY Taking Sides Debate! Insightful, thought-provoking, and a little competitive. #DLFNY #LightingDesign

Come see Alex go head to head with Julio at the @dlf_ny 'Taking Sides Debate' this Thursday at 6:30pm | NYSID Arthur Satz Auditorium | Excited to see you there!

Presentation 3/6 at NYControlled 2025
 Design Express: Standardizing Control Intent Documentation 
🗓️ 12:00–1:00 PM | Introductory/Intermediate
👥 C. Webster Marsh & Yoelit Hiebert, Lighting Controls Academy and Harold Jepsen, NEMA Lighting Controls Section // Presented by IESNYC + DLFNY Clear, consistent documentation is key to successful lighting controls projects. This session introduces new CIN/SOO templates that organize requirements from the 2024 IECC into a standardized, easy-to-use format—helping designers streamline coordination, support compliance, and strengthen commissioning outcomes. 💡 1 AIA LU Credit | $25
🔗 Register at nycontrolled.com #NYControlled #LightingControls #LightingDesign #Documentation #EnergyCodes #NYControlledPresentation

Registration is open! NYControlled returns October 15, 2025 at the Metropolitan Pavilion.   It’s the only New York event dedicated entirely to lighting controls — a chance to: 🔹 Learn through hands-on education and presentations 🔹 Explore an exhibit hall focused exclusively on controls 🔹 Connect with professionals from across the industry   Join the conversation and be part of the community shaping the future of lighting controls.   Register now: nycontrolled.com/registration #NYControlled #LightingControls #LightingDesign #LightingIndustry #ControlsEducation

What a way to start the Fall season! Join the DLFNY on Tuesday September 16th as we set sail with special guests Leni Schwendinger and Joseph Lengeling for a guided tour of New York’s skyline at night. This one is not to be missed! Registration open to all via the DLFNY website! #dlfny #nighttimedesign #urbanlighting

NYControlled returns October 14–15, 2025 at the Metropolitan Pavilion. Jointly organized by the IESNYC and @dlf_ny dlf_ny , NYControlled is New York’s only event dedicated entirely to lighting controls. It’s a focused, community-centered environment where manufacturers, specifiers, designers, engineers, integrators, and industry professionals come together to connect, learn, and explore the latest in controls. 📌 Registration details coming soon — mark your calendars! nycontrolled.com
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Summer Social 2025 was an amazing MEMBERS-ONLY event by ASID, IDS, NKBA, DLF & IFDA! #NYCdesigncoalition #nycsummersocial

To all the lucky ticket holders out there; get ready to party!! 🔥 Avoid FOMO by joining a NYC Design Collation member organization! Want to promote your brand to NY’s top 5 Designers Organization members…, all in one event? Tickets & ID required. Join the waitlist to sponsor Summer Social 2026! (Message us for details) #NYCsummersocial

The New York Design Coalition presents “CITY LIGHTS-CITY NIGHTS”.....the official Summer Social of the NYC design community! REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN to MEMBERS ONLY! Check your inbox from your member organization with the exclusive ACCESS CODE. Space is limited, so be sure to sign-up ASAP before it closes out. Proceeds from your attendance support Nazareth Housing , a community-based nonprofit serving vulnerable families and individuals in crisis. Thank you to our sponsors; PLATINUM: Leon Speakers. GOLD: Geraci Stone Gallery, Mr Steam, Phister Faucets, Vadara, Zurn/Elkay. VENUE & BAR: Acuity Brands.

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 have expanded the number of project categories from six to ten. All proceeds will fund Designers Lighting Forum of New York’s Lenar Lighting Empowerment Scholarship, whose goal is to foster the next generation of lighting designers who are inspired by and are passionate about design and the power of light. Categories Residential Commercial Interiors Cultural Institution (new) Retail (new) Hospitality (new) Exteriors Product Design – Architectural (new) Product Design – Commercial (new) Experiential (new) New York Project Eligibility Lighting designers, lighting consultants, architects, interior designers, and industrial designers who practice in the greater New York metro area. Key Dates September 15: Submissions Due September 22: Judging Begins September 29: Awards Ceremony READ MORE AND SUBMIT: / The awards ceremony returns to Sony Hall on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. An ICON award will be given to an individual, a studio, or a firm which has demonstrated exceptional commitment to advancing lighting design in the built environment. This award is selected by the DLFNY Awards Committee and approved by the DLFNY Board. BECOME A SPONSOR: https://lnkd.in/e9aiSMtx

Chasing Rabbits — Please join us for a conversation with Focus Lighting Principal JP Lira about the design for Chasing Rabbits, a 10,000sf entertainment complex in Vail, CO. With interiors by Rockwell Group, the space includes a restaurant, theater, library, arcade, and speakeasy. As you will learn, these distinct venues are individually enriched with carefully curated lighting treatments that not only enhance each room but also bring an overall cohesiveness to the project. The lighting at Chasing Rabbits has won several awards, including a Lumen Award of Merit and the 2024 Beacon Award of Excellence for Hospitality. WHEN June 25, 2025 6:00 - 7:30pm WHERE NYSID Arthur Satz Auditorium 170 East 70th Street COST Admission is Free