Send us a Text Message.** Here is a short clip for you to enjoy giving you a glimpse of the ideas and concepts discussed in the full presentation. **Melike Özden, head of design at Design Brilliance in India, unveils the transformative power of emerging technologies on lighting design. This episode discusses AI's potential to craft realistic lighting scenarios and how that could change the way we perceive space and ambiance. Melike, with her eight years of international experience, expl...

Subscriber-only episodeSend us a Text Message.Imagine stepping into a world where light shapes emotion and technology uncloaks the future of design. That's exactly the journey you'll embark on with Melike Özden, the Head of Design at Design Brilliance in India, who shares her knowledge and expertise with us. Delving into the synergy of virtual and augmented reality with lighting design, Melike unveils the power of these tools in enhancing the precision of lighting systems, enabling clients to...

Subscriber-only episodeSend us a Text Message.Let's Dive into Lighting Magic and Wellness Inspired by Alice in Wonderland!Hey there, Welcome to the Virtual Lighting Design Community Podcast!Today, we're in for a treat as we explore the area of 'Lighting for Health and Wellbeing' through the lens of three incredible thought leaders: Magali Méndez, Ana Zúñiga, and Grisell Herrera F.Let's Meet Our Storytellers:• Magali Méndez: A Co-Founder of Light in Me, spreading light and wellbeing vibes in M...

Send us a Text Message.Let's Dive into Lighting Magic and Wellness Inspired by Alice in Wonderland!Hey there, Welcome to the Virtual Lighting Design Community Podcast!Today, we're in for a treat as we explore the area of 'Lighting for Health and Wellbeing' through the lens of three incredible thought leaders: Magali Méndez, Ana Zúñiga, and Grisell Herrera F.Let's Meet Our Storytellers: • Magali Méndez: A Co-Founder of Light in Me, spreading light and wellbeing vibes in Mexico City. • Ana Zúñi...

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Christine Kühne, the founder of i4Light Lighting Design Studio based in the Netherlands, during her visit to the VLD Community booth at Light Middle East in Dubai. Christine Kühne, an esteemed guest, engaged in a discussion with Ingmar Klaasen, the co-founder of the VLD Community.  The interview delves into Christine's journey as a lighting designer, her inspirations, and the driving forces behind her passion...

Welcome back to the Virtual Lighting Design Community Podcast! In this episode, we had the honour of sitting down with Eugenia Cheng, the founder and principal of Light Origin Studio, based in Hong Kong. Eugenia is an industry expert with over 17 years of experience practicing lighting design, specialising in small to medium-sized projects across various sectors, including high-end residential, hospitality, and commercial environments. In this conversation, Eugenia shares insights about her...

Today's episode features our conversation with Carla Wilkins, the founder of Lichtvision, in an interview conducted by Ingmar Klaasen at the Light and Intelligent Building Middle East 2024 in Dubai. This conversation is a part of a series of engaging chats captured by the Virtual Lighting Design Community booth at the event, where guests, visitors, members, and students had the opportunity to share enlightening discussions and insights on the event itself and the lighting design industry as a...

Today we feature Alexia Gkika, an accomplished Associate Lighting Designer at Buro Happold, with over a decade of experience in the field. In this episode, Alexia shares her insights and expertise on sustainable lighting design, education, and the future of collaborative relationships in the lighting industry, drawing from her diverse background and passion for creating impactful lighting solutions.  In her conversation with VLDC’s cofounder Katia Kolovea, Alexia talks about the crucial...

Maneck Tandon, Partner at ATPL Lighting & Architects, engages in conversation with Amardeep Dugar, co-founder of the VLD Community, at the Light and Intelligent Building Middle East event in Dubai 2024.  Maneck shares his expertise as a lighting designer and architect, emphasising the importance of responsibility in sustainable design. His practical approach focuses on minimising the environmental impact of construction while creating spaces that resonate with longevity and efficiency....

Cofounder of the Virtual Lighting Design Community (VLDC), Ingmar Klaasen, engages in conversation with Linus Lopez, Partner at Lirio Lopez Lighting Design Consultants, during Light and Intelligent Building 2024 in Dubai. In this interview, Linus Lopez shares his journey into lighting design, transitioning from an engineering background, and delves into the intrinsic fascination with lighting that led him to establish his firm in India. Linus reflects on his experiences as a judge at the...

In this episode, we'll be diving into a conversation between Katia Kolovea, co-founder of the Virtual Lighting Design Community, and Tapio Rosenius, the CEO and founder of Poet Creator Software and the Lighting Design Collective (LDC). This interview, which took place earlier this year in January at Light & Intelligent Building Middle East 2024 in Dubai, sheds light on Tapio's innovative approach to ambient communication and its impact on lighting design.  A topic that has captured the...

In the next episode of the Virtual Lighting Design Community Podcast, we are excited to host Charles Stone, President at Fisher Marantz Stone, US, as our special guest.  With over four decades of experience and a seasoned member of the lighting design community, Charles shares his insights into the judging process of the recent event LIBME 2024 Dubai and the significance of in-person presentations.  His practical experience brings to light the importance of putting people first in design,...

In this episode of the Virtual Lighting Design Community Podcast, we welcome special guest Maria Dautant, a senior associate at HLB Lighting Design, based in Dubai, UAE.   Maria brings a wealth of global experience from her career journey in New York, Sydney, and Dubai, and she will share her insights on the importance of lighting design in the built environment. Maria is an award-winning architectural lighting designer with over 13 years of experience.   She is also a passionate mentor,...

Welcome back to the Virtual Lighting Design Community Podcast! In this episode, we had the pleasure of catching up with Joseph Brooks, Director of International Markets at K-Lite Industries, as we kicked off the Light Middle East event in Dubai earlier this year. Situated adjacent to the VLDC booth outside the ThinkLight Arena, it was an excellent opportunity to gain insights into K-Lite's innovative lighting solutions and the brand itself. Joseph shared his journey joining K-Lite, navigating...

In today's podcast episode we feature Manas Bhatia, an esteemed associate architect at Ant Studio in Noida, India. Manas shares his expertise on the fascinating topic of lighting design for the virtual future, AI, VR, Digital Twins, the Metaverse and Blockchain, under the title "Light Scapes: Virtual Illumination." In his talk, Manas explores the boundless possibilities of virtual reality, urging us to push the boundaries of creativity and visualisation beyond the constraints of the physical...

Introducing Nadine Baalbaki, a Lebanese lighting designer with 18 years of experience in the industry. As the founder of 'Light the Detail', a meticulous lighting design practice based in Dubai, Nadine has dedicated her career to curating captivating lighting experiences for various projects. With a particular focus on residential and office spaces, she understands the profound impact of lighting on people's daily lives. Through her platform "Light the Detail," Nadine aims to share her...

In this episode, meet Lauren Dandridge, a 17-year lighting industry veteran and principal of Chromatic, a firm dedicated to promoting lighting quality and equality. As an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the University of Southern California, she shares her expertise in Architectural Lighting Design, shaping successful careers for future lighting professionals. Lauren is also actively involved in various architecture and lighting organizations, enriching local design communities through her...

In today's episode, we are joined by Ghada Dwaik, architect and lighting designer based in Egypt with her own practice: "GDesigns".  Ghada also has a background in landscape and interior design as well as product design.  She is a true inspiration as ambassador for  Women in Lighting in Egypt.   It was great having Ghada pop by our VLDC booth at Light and Intelligent Building in Dubai last week, where she spoke with co-founder of the VLD Community, Amardeep Dugar.   For anyone wanting a...

In today's episode we feature Chief of Staff of the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES), Klysha Ross, whom we had the please of interviewing at the VLD Community booth at this years Light and Intelligent Building Middle East 2024  in Dubai.  Klysha talks with VLDC co-founder Katia Kolovea about herself and her amazing work at the IES.  It was a wonderful opportunity to hear her insights and perspectives.   It is the first interview as part of our 'Light Conversations' series which took...

Welcome back to the Virtual Lighting Design Community, a global virtual network to empower, inspire, educate and connect the lighting design community. Bringing together all our peers, from lighting professionals, experts, academics and individuals with an interest in lighting, it’s a place where we can exchange views, share our knowledge and insights, informed debates on emerging topics and connect innovative ideas that address global lighting issues. Today's Episode: Here’s your regular...

In this special episode, we are thrilled to revisit a familiar face in the world of lighting design.  Dr. Shelley James, with over two decades of experience and expertise in the industry, she graced our previous episode as part of the Lighting Heroes Series. This time, we had the honour of capturing Shelley delivering a keynote presentation at this year’s Guangzhou International Lighting Exhibition (GILE) back in June 2023 in China.  Her talk was titled: "Drivers for Change: Shifting the...

In this special bitesize episode, we're excited to share a thought-provoking presentation by Momena Saleem, sharing about lighting for immersive experiences.   Momena Saleem,  public speaker, educator, and award-winning architectural lighting designer at Worktecht and Co. in Tokyo, Japan, brings her expertise in landscape, façade, and interior lighting design to the forefront. Her insightful talk "LIGHT A WAY FORWARD: MASTERING THE ART OF CURATING EXPERIENCES" offers a unique perspective on...

Welcome to the Virtual Lighting Design Community podcast, a global platform dedicated to empowering and connecting lighting professionals. Here is your regular dose of light inspiration. In this episode, we delve into the future of lighting with Vessi Ivanova, a seasoned professional and board member of IESANZ.  Vessi sat down with VLDC's Martin Klaasen at this year’s Light in Focus event in Sydney, which was held back in June 2023. Join us as Vessi shares her insights from the event,...

We're excited to bring you Yah Li Toh's fascinating keynote presentation, "Exploring Biophilic Design: a Balance for People and Nature." Which was recorded at the Guangzhou International Lighting Exhibition, June 2023. Yah Li takes us on an insightful journey through her biophilic design project in Singapore within the hotel space, sharing the triumphs and challenges she and her team faced.  “In biophilic design, as lighting designers we need to bridge the gap in the different conditions...