• Open to designers, architects, artists,
  brands, manufacturers, and students
  worldwide.

• Submitted projects should not be older than five (5) years.

• Students and graduates whose
  graduation date does not exceed
  one (1) year may select their account
  type as Student.

• Students must upload a document
  proving their student status, or a
  graduation certificate showing that
  their graduation occurred within the
  past one year.

Lighting Project DesignRecognizes exceptional lighting applications in real-world environments.
Sub-Categories:
• Residential Lighting
• Commercial Spaces
• Hospitality & Hotels
• Public & Cultural Buildings
• Retail & Showrooms
• Landscape & Urban Lighting
• Event / Stage / Entertainment
• Other

Lighting Product Design
Celebrates innovative lighting fixtures and systems with strong design language and engineering.
Sub-Categories:
• Pendant Lights
• Chandeliers
• Floor / Table Lamps
• Wall Fixtures
• Modular Systems
• Outdoor Lighting Products
• Portable & Rechargeable
• Sustainable / Eco-Friendly Designs
• Smart & Connected Lighting
• Custom / Bespoke Products

• Collection / Set Others

Art and Installation Light

• Light Art Installation
• Interactive Light Installation
• Immersive Light Experience
• Projection Mapping & Media Art
• Kinetic Light Installation
• Architectural Light Art
• Public Space Light Art
• Festival & Event Light Installation
• Sculptural Light Art
• Experimental / Conceptual Light Art

AI-Assisted Lighting Design
Celebrates lighting designs — including architectural projects, art-light installations, and products — created with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence.

Note: Submissions using AI tools must clearly demonstrate significant human creative input. Purely AI-generated work without meaningful human authorship will not be accepted. All AI-assisted projects must be nominated under this category. The D’Light Design Award reserves the right to disqualify any entry that fails to comply.

• Images: 3–6 per entry, JPEG/PNG, 150–300 DPI, min. 2000px width, max. 5MB each.
  • Project Description: 500–1000 characters. Highlight originality, usability, aesthetics, sustainability, technical quality, and context.
  • Optional Uploads: Video (MP4, max. 20MB), Participants may upload drawings, sketches, plans, or any additional visual information in a single PDF file, with a
  maximum file size of 10 MB. (Optional)
  • Language: English only.
  • Submissions: Unlimited (each project submitted separately).

Important Notes
To ensure fair evaluation by the jury, entries must remain anonymous:
• No logos, names, or watermarks on images.
• Identity disclosed only in the designated submission form fields.

Failure to follow these rules may result in disqualification.

Celebrates lighting designs — including architectural projects, art-light installations, and products — created with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence.

Note: Submissions using AI tools must clearly demonstrate significant human creative input. Purely AI-generated work without meaningful human authorship will not be accepted. All AI-assisted projects must be nominated under this category. The D’Light Design Award reserves the right to disqualify any entry that fails to comply.

All entries are judged by the Grand Jury according to six key dimensions:

1. Innovation & Creativity – originality, materials, and design approach

2. Aesthetic Impact – emotional quality, design language, and visual harmony

3. Functionality & Usability – performance, ergonomics, and user experience

4. Sustainability & Responsibility – environmental and ethical considerations

5. Technical Excellence – construction, materials, and production quality

6. Contextual Fit – relevance to environment, culture, or audience

• All jury evaluations are conducted anonymously.

• Personal names, logos, or company identifiers are prohibited within images or project descriptions.

• Violating anonymity rules may result in disqualification.

• Entrants must be original creators or authorized representatives.
• Entries must be free from third-party claims.
• Collaborative/client projects must disclose proper credits and permissions.
• AI-assisted projects must be disclosed with clear human authorship.
• Entrants bear full responsibility for legal disputes; infringements lead to disqualification.

Entrants retain full copyright. By submitting, participants grant the D’Light Lighting Design Award a non-exclusive, royalty-free license for:
• Publications (online and print)
• Exhibitions and promotional activities
• Media, press, and award communications

All credits will always include participant’s name and project title.

Entries may be disqualified if:

• Submission rules are violated (wrong file types, missing information, or visible branding)

• False information or plagiarism is detected

• AI usage is undeclared or misrepresented

• Entry fee payment fails or is refunded

• Copyright ownership cannot be verified

All disqualifications are final, and entry fees are non-refundable.

🎓 Students
• Early Bird: AED 140 (≈ USD 38)
• Regular: AED 180 (≈ USD 49)
• Late: AED 240 (≈ USD 65)

Design schools may join our Campus Ambassador Program to receive free entry codes. For more information, please
contact: info@dlightaward.com

💼 Professionals / Studios / Brands
• Early Bird: AED 360 (≈ USD 98)
• Regular: AED 480 (≈ USD 131)
• Late: AED 600 (≈ USD 163)

Bulk Discounts
• Submit 3 entries and receive 1 additional entry free.
• 15% discount on each additional entry after the second submission.

Optional Add-On:
Jury Feedback Report (PDF): AED 150 (≈ USD 41)
(This item will be delivered after the winners are announced.)

Note: Entry fees contribute to the administrative and evaluation costs of the award program, including the judging
process carried out by the international expert jury board. All entry fees are non-refundable once the submission has
been completed.

• The Grand Jury consists of independent experts from the fields of design, architecture, lighting, and media.

• All decisions of the jury are final and non-negotiable.

• Jury members are required to declare any potential conflicts of interest prior to evaluation.

Winning the D’Light Lighting Design Award represents international recognition for excellence in lighting design.
Award recipients gain global exposure, professional recognition, and access to an international network of designers,
brands, and lighting professionals.

D’Light Award Trophy
Top winners will receive the official D’Light Award Trophy, a prestigious symbol of excellence in lighting design,celebrating outstanding creativity, innovation, and impact in the field of lighting.

Winner Badge & Label
Award recipients receive the official D’Light Winner Badge and Label, which may be used on websites, portfolios,
marketing materials, presentations, and product communications to highlight the award-winning status of the
project.

Complimentary One-Year Professional Membership – Universal Lighting Platform (ULP)
Winners receive a one-year complimentary professional membership to the Universal Lighting Platform (ULP),
providing access to:

• Monthly educational webinars
• Professional lighting talks and discussions
• Networking opportunities with international designers and experts
• Discount codes for workshops, conferences, and design programs
• Access to exclusive industry insights and educational content

Editorial Interview
Selected winners will be invited to participate in a digital interview conducted by the editorial team of Designooor
Lighting Media, sharing insights into their design process, inspiration, and professional journey.

Professional Editorial Feature
Winning projects will be reviewed and presented through professional editorial articles written by the expert
journalists of Designooor Lighting Media.

Permanent Online Archive
Winning projects will be permanently archived and showcased on the official D’Light Lighting

Design Award website
and promoted through its global communication channels.

Digital Winners Book
Outstanding winning projects will be featured in the official D’Light Award Digital Winners Book, documenting the
most remarkable lighting design projects of the year.

Global & Country Rankings
Winning projects will be listed and ranked both globally and by country, increasing international visibility for
designers, studios, and brands.

International Media Exposure
Winning projects may receive coverage through D’Light Award media partners, international design platforms, and
independent industry magazines, helping winners reach a wider global audience.

Jury Feedback Reports
An optional detailed feedback document from the jury, highlighting strengths and improvement points

By submitting an entry, the participant confirms:

• Full acceptance of all rules and terms

• Ownership or full authorization to submit the work

• Disclosure of all collaborators and AI involvement

• Acknowledgment that all jury and organizer decisions are final

For questions or assistance:
✉️ info@dlightaward.com
🌐 www.dlightaward.com