Welcome to the New York City Section of the IES
We are a volunteer professional membership organization comprised of individuals who share a mutual appreciation for and fascination with all things lighting. We are dedicated to promoting both the art and science of illumination to our members, to other professional organizations, to the industry, and to the public through inspiring events, informative programs, educational series, and great networking opportunities.
IESNYC Pleased to Announce the
2026 LUMEN AWARD Recipients
The IESNYC was pleased to honor the recipients of the 2026 Lumen Awards at the 58th Annual Lumen Gala. The event brought together members of the lighting community to celebrate projects that demonstrate excellence in design, technical achievement, and the transformative power of light.
Focus Lighting received an Award of Excellence and an Award of Merit.
Tillotson Design Associates received an Award of Merit and two Citations.
Arup received an Award of Merit and a Citation.
Buro Happold received two Citations.
Domingo González Associates received an Award of Merit.
Lighting Workshop received a Citation.
DETAILS HERE
Winners of the 2026 IESNYC
Student Lighting Competition
The IESNYC is proud to announce the winners of the 25th annual IESNYC Student Lighting Competition, marking a milestone year for a program that continues to inspire and connect the next generation of lighting designers. The 2026 competition featured over 160 projects from over 180 students, representing leading art, design, architecture, and engineering programs across New York City and the surrounding region. View the Winners
Spotlight on Diversity
NYCLIQ: Pride, Representation, and Connection
Ruben Gonzalez
Senior Designer, Loop Lighting
Committee Member, NYCLIQ
NYCLIQ hopes to become a visible and trusted presence within the NYC lighting community, a place where LGBTQ+ professionals can focus on growing both personally and professionally. “We’re a kind and welcoming bunch of very diverse individuals who are only intolerant of intolerance itself.” MORE
IESNYC CALENDAR
PENN 2 Architectural Lighting Tour
Join CBB for an exclusive early-evening lighting tour of this iconic, two-time Tesla Award–winning renovation. MdeAS Architects has reimagined the modern workspace through a hospitality-inspired lens.
IESNYC 2026 Golf Outing
Tee up for some golf, fun, food, and drinks. Grab a friend or colleague and join us for the 4th annual IESNYC Golf Outing!
In Conversation with Daniel Joseph
Executive Illusions & Effects Development
Walt Disney Imagineering
Daniel walks an incredibly unique line where he's operating on an architectural scale and duty cycle, but needing theatrical performance standards and finesse. In a building, a burnout in the lobby can be replaced in a couple of days. For Daniel, it can break the magic, and that's a crisis. MORE
ADDITIONAL NEWS & EVENTS
The Sponsorship Committee Makes It Possible
The programs that define the Section's identity, the scholarships that reach students who might not otherwise have access or awareness, and the important initiatives that haven't launched yet… They all start with the Sponsorship Committee.
Read More ►IES Webinar PNNL: Distributed Spectral Sensors in Action
June 25, 2026. Researchers deployed 30+ spectral sensors in a Chicago federal building, collecting SPD data every 3 minutes to study circadian lighting metrics and improve lighting system commissioning.
Read More ►IES Webinar PNNL: A Brief Introduction to NEMA/ANSI C13
July 9, 2026. This session will introduce a new industry consensus approach to describing common lighting system faults that is being developed by the NEMA-managed ANSI C137 – Lighting Systems committee
Read More ►Registration for IES26 is Open
Join IES August 13-15 in Denver, CO for IES’ annual conference, IES26:, the preeminent conference for all things lighting, from research to design to technology and more. Early Bird Pricing Available Through May 28
Read More ►Fabric of Our Society
Bringing a European Lighting Brand to North America
John Yriberri
Market Leader North America
Modular Lighting Instruments
Modular’s John Yriberri recounts his 8-year journey bringing an established European brand to North America. MORE
Meet Our Member
Diving in Headfirst!
Anne Rainbow Savage
Project Designer, Lux Collaborative
Anne Rainbow Savage found connection and community in the IESNYC. She felt so welcomed and supported that she wants to champion that for others. MORE
2026 IESNYC Event and Educational Sponsors
Brilliant Sponsor
Radiant Sponsors
Glow Sponsors
Sparkle Sponsors
Lutron Electronics | Light Abilities
Twinkle Sponsors
Available Light | Hartranft Lighting Design | HLB Lighting Design
KGM Architectural Lighting | MGE Lighting Design Collaborative | Pierce Lighting Studio
