ALBA Lighting Installation Workshop returns for second year
(Lebanon) – The ALBA Lighting Installation Workshop, first held in 2024, returned for a second year on 2-4 June, bringing together students, young professionals, and leading industry figures for three days of intensive, hands-on collaboration.
Held at the Académie Libanaise des Beaux-Arts (ALBA), the workshop concluded with an inspiring showcase of large-scale experimental lighting installations.
This year’s edition, building on the success of its debut last year, welcomed more than 45 participants, including students from ALBA and the Lebanese American University (LAU), as well as emerging lighting professionals. Working in 10 interdisciplinary teams, participants conceptualised and executed lighting interventions that explored the emotional, spatial, and narrative dimensions of light.
Curated and led by Cherine Saroufim, lighting designer, educator, IALD Board Member, and Women in Lighting Ambassador for Lebanon, the workshop continues to serve as a key platform for experiential lighting education in the region. The academic programme was further enriched by the presence and guidance of Dr. Amardeep M. Dugar, lighting researcher, educator, and founder of Lighting Research & Design, who joined as a principal mentor for the second year in a row.
Throughout the workshop, ALBA’s campus was transformed into a vibrant testing ground, where design thinking met hands-on technical execution. The programme featured structured check-ins, fabrication sessions, and a Lunch & Learn series hosted by Zumtobel, iGuzzini, and Lutron, giving students direct access to insights from international manufacturers and designers. The workshop concluded with a public jury presentation and closing event hosted by Simon Electric, attended by more than 50 invited guests, including deans, press, and representatives from the design and lighting sectors.
This year’s edition was made possible thanks to the support of key industry partners. LEDFlex, Linea Light, and Lumière Groupe provided logistical and technical support, while lighting products were generously contributed by Tridonic, Flos, Lamp, Tabet Engineering, Sogelec, Unilux, and Debbas.
As it continues to grow, the ALBA Lighting Installation Workshop reinforces Lebanon’s role as a regional hub for lighting design education, professional mentorship, and interdisciplinary experimentation. Plans for future editions include broader institutional participation and expanded international collaboration.
