Latest Professional Insights

Curated lighting design trends and circular economy updates from our professional LinkedIn network.

Oct 24, 2023

Circular Design in Lighting Architecture

Exploring how modular systems extend product life cycles in modern lighting fixtures.

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Oct 18, 2023

Made to be Maintained not replaced

With market demand for product components to be replaced, here's a company planning for the future.

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July 13th 2026

The Future of Sustainable Specifying

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Industry Links

ILP Resources

Access the latest guidance on professional lighting standards and sustainable practices from the Institution of Lighting Professionals.

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DarkSky UK

Dedicated to protecting the night sky from light pollution and promoting responsible lighting across the UK.

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SLL Lighting Guide

Comprehensive technical guidance from the Society of Light and Lighting, focusing on energy efficiency and architectural integration.

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British Standards

A link to numerous documents published by BSI relating to lighting.

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IALD Standards

Global standards for architectural lighting excellence, promoting sustainable innovation across the design community.

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HSE Standards

Health and Safety Executive produce numerous documents for consideration, relating to lighting in the workplace.

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Published Lighting Guides

A selection of useful industry published lighting guides. (click to download)

LIGHT AND DARKNESS IN THE CITY

Published by the City of London

BATS AND ARTIFICIAL LIGHTING AT NIGHT

Considerations for protecting widlife

THE SMART LIGHTING COLUMN

Considerations for new Lighting Column specifications.

DOMESTIC EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Professional guidelines for getting in right.

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Lighting Industry News & Events

A curated selection of trusted lighting news sources and professional gatherings for current trends and sustainable standards.

Industry Publications

Architectural Lighting (AL)

Global source for architectural design, technology, and lighting product innovations.

Mondo*arc

Premier international magazine for lighting in architecture and the circular economy.

Upcoming Events (registration required)

Light 26

LiGHT 26 is the UK's only trade show dedicated to high-end lighting specification, gathering architects, designers, and specifiers.

Building Design Centre - 18 & 19th November

Plasa Show

The UK's market-leading trade event for live entertainment technology returns to London.

6-8 September 2026 | Olympia, London

Circular Lighting Live

A showcase of innovation, sustainability and circular design taking place this October in London.

Thursday 8 October The Minster Building, London EC3

Smart Building Show

Smart Buildings Show connects visitors to the latest information and technology in the smart buildings industry.

ExCeL London, on 14-15 October 2026.

Light + Building 28

The world's leading trade fair for lighting and building services technology, with a focus on smart and circular solutions.

Messe Frankfurt, Germany March 5 – 10, 2028

Circalume will be attending all of the industry lighting shows. If You are attending please let us know, we would love to meet up.

Pro Tips

Optimize Spectral Distribution

Select LED light sources with high CRI and appropriate color temperatures to support circadian health while maintaining energy efficiency in your workspace.

Integrate Smart Controls

Utilize occupancy sensors and daylight harvesting systems to reduce wastage and ensure that lighting is only active when and where it's truly needed.

Consider Circularity

Prioritize modular lighting fixtures that allow for easy component replacement and recycling, extending the lifecycle of your sustainable architecture.