African Design Magazine March 2016 | Page 64

Feature Energy efficiency REVOLUTION A comprehensive regional lighting event for the Middle East and Africa has been unveiled – with the emphasis on technology and education. A new exhibition and conference covering lighting design and technology in the Middle East and Africa has been launched. Taking place in Abu Dhabi in April 2016, LuxLive Middle East features over 40 engaging talks, debates and workshops across two days in two arenas. LuxLive is a new event, organised by the world’s biggest lighting publisher and backed by the industry’s top brands. Over 3 000 specifiers, contractors and clients are expected from across GCC and Africa. Major lighting manufacturers – including Schreder, iGuzzini, Trilux, Lutron, Erco, Fagerhult and Opple – will show the latest innovations in LED lighting and smart controls. Organisers are also working with both international and regional lighting design practices and top designers to bring their expertise and experience to the event and match their skills with developers and clients in the leisure, hospitality and residential sectors. “This is a great opportunity for lighting professionals and specifiers to network with over 3,000 attendees, hear from expert international speakers and see first-hand the latest new and exciting lighting products and technologies in the market,” said show organiser Ray Molony. “There’s a revolution happening in lighting – thanks for LEDs and high technology controls – and we’d love to welcome industry colleagues from Africa to be part of it.” Top lighting designers will give keynote presentations and take part in debates in two custom-built arenas at the show, which takes place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre on Wednesday 13 April and Thursday 14 April. AD Click here to read more 64 africandesignmagazine.com