Any parties involved in a lighting project can submit including but not limited to: lighting designers, engineers, contractors, lighting agencies, architects, interior designers, owner’s representative, electrical/lighting wholesalers & distributors, etc.

Yes. Different areas of a single project may be submitted as separate entries (for example, interior lighting, outdoor lighting, lighting controls, etc.), provided each has a unique title and separate entry fee. Each entry is judged independently.

Yes. During checkout, you may choose to complete your current entry or start a new one. Each distinct project or area requires its own title, entry form, and fee.

Yes, as long as the name is not a design firm or manufacturer. You may want to be careful if the owner is a designer or design firm that people may confuse with listing the design team. You may include the city, province, and owner’s name if appropriate. Example: “This new residential, located in Calgary, Alberta…” is acceptable.

The Experiential Lighting Design award encompasses interior and exterior projects and permanent, temporary, or seasonal installations. This can be a park with interactive elements for visitors, a spectacular holiday display for a residential house, or an amusement park ride, to name a few examples.

Judges are chosen from a broad professional spectrum representing deep knowledge of lighting and design excellence. The judging process is entirely criteria-based — projects are evaluated on how well they meet the defined program standards, not in comparison with one another.

No. Entry fees are non-refundable once payment is made.

All entry materials — including photos, renderings, and narratives — may be used without restriction by IES Calgary for editorial, educational, and promotional purposes. IES Calgary section holds reproduction privileges without charge to the section.

No. Each award recipient will receive only one certificate.