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Welcome to the Virtual Lighting Design Community podcast, where we're bringing you thought-provoking discussions from our industry's leading voices. In today's episode, we have a special treat for you—a short bitesize clip from Claudia Paz's talk on "Light Festivals and the Interaction Experience".

Claudia Paz, an accomplished lighting designer with a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, established her independent design practice in 2001. With an unwavering passion for lighting and a dedication to exploring new technologies, Claudia's design office has gained recognition for its unique approach to projects. By seamlessly integrating light, art, technology, and interaction into architecture and landscapes, she aims to evoke emotions in people and deliver innovative design solutions.

Throughout her illustrious career, Claudia has received international acclaim for her outstanding projects. She has been honored with prestigious awards such as the Lighting Design Awards in London 2015 and the Award of Distinction from IES USA, both for the BCP Affinity Interactive Facade. Recognition for her creativity came in 2004 through the projects of Endesa program "Lighting our Faith," where she illuminated numerous churches around Peru. Additionally, Claudia received a Special Citation from IALD New York for her Light Garden Interactive Installation, among other accolades.

Apart from her impressive body of work, Claudia is always eager to share her expertise and experiences with the international community. This commitment has taken her to various countries, including the Arab Emirates, Colombia, the United States, the United Kingdom, Italy, Ecuador, and many more.

Her insightful presentation titled "LIGHT FESTIVALS AND THE INTERACTION EXPERIENCE" delves into the fascinating realm of lighting installations. Claudia addresses the questions that often arise in people's minds—where does inspiration come from? How are ideas found and developed? With a wealth of knowledge, she navigates through the entire creative process, shedding light on the journey from the studio's inception to the realization of new ideas and project presentations. From testing stages to the use of innovative tools, Claudia covers it all, satisfying the curiosity that surrounds this captivating field.

This short excerpt from Claudia Paz's talk offers just a taste of the enlightening conversations you can expect from our thought leaders this season. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this sneak peek into the world of Light Festivals and the Interaction Experience.  

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This is a special subscriber-only edition of Dishan's full presentation, which is available to our Pro members on the VLD Community platform as a visual experience.  

Dishan is a highly accomplished and performance driven professional with a strategic vision and a passion for managing and executing highly targeted, industry-focused exhibitions driven by technology, customer experience and human-centered design. 

As an Exhibition Director at Messe Frankfurt Middle East GmbH in Dubai, Dishan is currently managing a highly successful and eclectic portfolio of renowned exhibitions within the Security, Technology & Production Portfolio including Light Middle East and most recently the launch of Intelligent Building Middle East in a strategic collaboration with Intersec Dubai driving the regions vision towards a smart, safe, secure and sustainable future.

Dishan has a strong experience delivering conferences and exhibitions across multiple industries; construction, oil & gas, mining, medical, transport & mobility, infrastructure, security, safety, smart cities across the MEIA region; conceptualizing strategic initiatives, enhancing productivity and building strong foundations with key partners, investors, executive management and business entities to ensure positive performance & growth. 

Lighting Design for Smart Cities:

In the universe of smart cities, lighting designers stand as key influencers, crafting the very essence of our urban realms. In the course of this presentation, we'll traverse the landscape of smart cities, where technology seamlessly intertwines with city life, and where the art of lighting design emerges as a pivotal force. Our journey will encompass the creation of adaptive spaces within smart buildings, the evolutionary path of architectural lighting design, and the profound implications of our work in enhancing energy efficiency and sustainability. Moreover, we'll plunge into the revolutionary realms of concepts like Lighting as a Service and the transformative potential of Human-Centric Lighting.

But the story doesn't stop there. We'll uncover how exhibitions serve as gateways to innovation, revealing the latest in lighting technology and trends. Additionally, we'll tackle a significant challenge: how to garner recognition and make a substantial impact within the broader community of stakeholders in the built environment.

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Thanks for tuning in to this episode which is a short exerpt of Dishan's presentation.  For those who prefer a visual experience, this episode is also available on our YouTube channel.  Remember, the full version of this presentation is available on our community platform for our Pro members.  This is a great way to support the show and the thought leaders who have dedicated their time to provide amazing content to the wider lighting design community.  

About Dishan:

Dishan is a highly accomplished and performance driven professional with a strategic vision and a passion for managing and executing highly targeted, industry-focused exhibitions driven by technology, customer experience and human-centered design. 

As an Exhibition Director at Messe Frankfurt Middle East GmbH in Dubai, Dishan is currently managing a highly successful and eclectic portfolio of renowned exhibitions within the Security, Technology & Production Portfolio including Light Middle East and most recently the launch of Intelligent Building Middle East in a strategic collaboration with Intersec Dubai driving the regions vision towards a smart, safe, secure and sustainable future.

Dishan has a strong experience delivering conferences and exhibitions across multiple industries; construction, oil & gas, mining, medical, transport & mobility, infrastructure, security, safety, smart cities across the MEIA region; conceptualizing strategic initiatives, enhancing productivity and building strong foundations with key partners, investors, executive management and business entities to ensure positive performance & growth. 

Lighting Design for Smart Cities:

In the universe of smart cities, lighting designers stand as key influencers, crafting the very essence of our urban realms. In the course of this presentation, we'll traverse the landscape of smart cities, where technology seamlessly intertwines with city life, and where the art of lighting design emerges as a pivotal force. Our journey will encompass the creation of adaptive spaces within smart buildings, the evolutionary path of architectural lighting design, and the profound implications of our work in enhancing energy efficiency and sustainability. Moreover, we'll plunge into the revolutionary realms of concepts like Lighting as a Service and the transformative potential of Human-Centric Lighting.

But the story doesn't stop there. We'll uncover how exhibitions serve as gateways to innovation, revealing the latest in lighting technology and trends. Additionally, we'll tackle a significant challenge: how to garner recognition and make a substantial impact within the broader community of stakeholders in the built environment.

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In this episode of the Virtual Lighting Design Community Podcast, we are joined by the esteemed Emrah Baki Ulas, a renowned designer and academic specialising in lighting design. Emrah shares his views on what's next in the world of lighting.

Following the IESANZ Light in Focus event held in Sydney in June 2023, Emrah sits down for an interview with our host, Martin Klaasen. As a Lighting Designer at Steensen Varming, Emrah brings a wealth of practical experience to the table, leading design projects and providing expert advice in collaboration with various partners.

Beyond his professional roles, Emrah is also a senior lecturer and researcher at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), where he contributes to the architecture and interior architecture programs. With a passion for integrating theory and philosophy into design practice, Emrah has been a sought-after speaker at conferences and universities worldwide, sharing his knowledge and expertise.

Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of lighting design with Emrah Baki Ulas. Be sure to visit our community platform at www.vld.community to access the video version of this episode.

Tune in, subscribe, and leave us a review as we continue to bring you engaging conversations with leading professionals in the lighting industry. Together, let's explore the future possibilities and innovation in lighting design.  

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Jonathan Rush is an architectural lighting designer with over 20 years’ experience. He believes that human beings have a physiological and emotional response to light that we must understand to create engaging experiences. He is passionate about our ecology and creating a kinder society.
 
As a Director in Hoare Lea, he drives the team to ensure that all design outputs are challenging and innovative.
 
For him lighting is an amazing medium for art and design and one that can provide the most incredible experiences in architecture – putting people and ecology at the heart of design.   
 
He is a fellow of the Society of Light & Lighting, has a Masters in Light & Lighting and is an active participant in the lighting design industry.


Future Tools: AI, VR, Metaverses, Blockchains & Digital Twins

The talk will look at a small selection the potential tools that may transform how the lighting industry works in the future. Things have changed and are changing fast, and we should expect greater change to come. It would be impossible to make accurate predictions about what will come but we can look at the currently technologies available and consider their potential uses in our industry. 

The big questions of our industry moving forward such as, Net Zero, sustainability, investment pressures, ESG, and similar, can be supported by our clever use of technology in both the product and the design process. 

What can we do as professionals and as an industry to ensure we are keeping up with the technology? How can we ensure we are driving the change as opposed to being driven? Is it time to learn new skills? 

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Enjoy this bitesize clip, a taste of what our thought leaders are sharing with our community this season. 

Jonathan Rush is an architectural lighting designer with over 20 years’ experience. He believes that human beings have a physiological and emotional response to light that we must understand to create engaging experiences. He is passionate about our ecology and creating a kinder society.
 
As a Director in Hoare Lea, he drives the team to ensure that all design outputs are challenging and innovative. 
 
For him lighting is an amazing medium for art and design and one that can provide the most incredible experiences in architecture – putting people and ecology at the heart of design.   
 
He is a fellow of the Society of Light & Lighting, has a Masters in Light & Lighting and is an active participant in the lighting design industry.


Future Tools: AI, VR, Metaverses, Blockchains & Digital Twins

The talk will look at a small selection the potential tools that may transform how the lighting industry works in the future. Things have changed and are changing fast, and we should expect greater change to come. It would be impossible to make accurate predictions about what will come but we can look at the currently technologies available and consider their potential uses in our industry. 

The big questions of our industry moving forward such as, Net Zero, sustainability, investment pressures, ESG, and similar, can be supported by our clever use of technology in both the product and the design process. 

What can we do as professionals and as an industry to ensure we are keeping up with the technology? How can we ensure we are driving the change as opposed to being driven? Is it time to learn new skills? 

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Introducing Fanny Soulard: A One-on-One Conversation with a Senior Lighting Designer at Aurecon

In a recent post, we had the privilege of sharing Fanny Soulard's enlightening keynote presentation on light pollution from the Guangzhou International Lighting Exhibition in China in June 2023. Following the positive response to her thought-provoking talk, VLDC was fortunate enough to have an exclusive interview with Fanny Soulard. This one-on-one conversation provided an opportunity to delve deeper into her professional journey and learn more about her notable achievements.

For those who may not be familiar, Fanny Soulard, a French native, is a senior lighting designer at Aurecon, based in Vietnam. With a passion for sustainable lighting solutions and a wealth of expertise in the field, Fanny has made significant contributions to the industry.

To gain a comprehensive understanding of Fanny's background and accomplishments, you can refer to the previous post, which contains her background as well as her keynote presentation on light pollution and the impact of excessive misdirected and obtrusive light. 

Stay tuned as we delve into Fanny Soulard's insights, experiences, and perspectives in this exclusive interview, allowing us to get to know her a little better. 

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Join us as we dive into the world of light pollution with Fanny Soulard, a senior lighting designer at Aurecon based in Vietnam. With her extensive experience and expertise in the field, Fanny will be presenting on the topic of "Light Pollution and the Impact of Excessive, Misdirected, and Obtrusive Light".

In her presentation, Fanny will shed light on the detrimental effects of light pollution on people's health and well-being, safety, and the environment. She will take us on a virtual tour of a major bank project in Vietnam, which unfortunately struggled with issues of light pollution. Fanny will also share insights on how her team successfully remedied these issues, providing practical solutions and strategies.

The presentation was recorded at the Guangzhou International Lighting Exhibition in China in June 2023, a renowned event that brings together professionals from the lighting industry to showcase the latest innovations and share knowledge.

We are excited to share this insightful presentation from Fanny Soulard with our Virtual Lighting Design Community audience. Get ready to expand your understanding of light pollution and discover how you can make a positive impact through mindful lighting design.

A Bit of Background — About Fanny Soulard:

Fanny, a French native, holds a Master's degree in Applied Art, which has laid the foundation for her successful career in lighting design. Throughout her journey, she has worked for various companies in different countries, gaining valuable experience and honing her skills. Fanny specialises in sustainable projects, particularly in public transportation and rail development. Her focus lies in creating safe and efficient lighting spaces, while also adding a unique touch to give each site its own identity.

One project that Fanny is particularly proud of is her involvement in a hospital project early in her career. By incorporating light, she was able to significantly improve the well-being and mood of the patients.

However, Fanny has also encountered challenges along the way. One of the biggest challenges she has faced is training junior designers with different backgrounds and cultures, highlighting the importance of collaboration and understanding in the field.

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In this short bitesize clip of Mahdis' presentation "Lighting the Path to Spatial Engagements", she explores the definition of interactive and immersive spaces whilst taking a quick look at applications and the future of such spaces. From anti-interactive installations to healing spaces, what we seek is unique experimental engagements to fabricate memories. 

Mahdis Aliasgari studied Architecture in Tehran/IR and gained her Master's at the Art & Architecture University in Tehran.  She continued her studies on Lighting Design and graduated from KTH University in Stockholm/SE with a Master’s degree in 2013. Mahdis also worked as a research assistant at The Interactive Institute of Sweden (RISE) in Stockholm, where she explored Design Anthropology, Participatory Design, and Social Innovation, which has had a significant influence on her field of research and her design career.

In 2015, she joined Lighting Design Collective Madrid as a lighting designer and design researcher. She has been involved in a wide variety of lighting design projects in different countries as well as an EU-founded Horizon2020 research program. Since 2019 she has started collaborating with IED Madrid (Instituto Europeo de Design) on a Master’s course in Creative Lighting Design.

Mahdis is interested in how the built/designed world can influence the way people engage with each other. This can be from a micro scale linked with product design to the macro scale of urban planning.

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Mahdis Aliasgari studied Architecture in Tehran/IR and gained her Master's at the Art & Architecture University in Tehran.  She continued her studies on Lighting Design and graduated from KTH University in Stockholm/SE with a Master’s degree in 2013. Mahdis also worked as a research assistant at The Interactive Institute of Sweden (RISE) in Stockholm, where she explored Design Anthropology, Participatory Design, and Social Innovation, which has had a significant influence on her field of research and her design career.

In 2015, she joined Lighting Design Collective Madrid as a lighting designer and design researcher. She has been involved in a wide variety of lighting design projects in different countries as well as an EU-founded Horizon2020 research program. Since 2019 she has started collaborating with IED Madrid (Instituto Europeo de Design) on a Master’s course in Creative Lighting Design.

Mahdis is interested in how the built/designed world can influence the way people engage with each other. This can be from a micro scale linked with product design to the macro scale of urban planning.

Her presentation - Lighting the Path to Spatial Engagements - explores the definition of interactive and immersive spaces whilst taking a quick look at applications and the future of such spaces. From anti-interactive installations to healing spaces, what we seek is unique experimental engagements to fabricate memories. 

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