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Now in its fifth year Light School, the home of architectural The shortlist for this year’s Surface Design Awards consists of
lighting, allows architects and designers to touch, compare an impressive 43 categories across seven categories, including
and learn about innovative lighting and technology products. entries from Zaha Hadid Architects, Studio Egret West and
The Light School arena, Light Talks, will return once again Chris Dyson Architects from the UK, Rockwell Group from the
supported by the Institution of Lighting Professionals and LED USA, and Kengo Kuma & Associates from Japan.
Linear.
Each entry is an exemplary example of creative and innovative
Since 2013 the Show has hosted the Surface Design Awards, use of materials and lighting in both interior and exterior
now recognised as one of the most respected events in the schemes. Some projects received nominations across several
design calendar. The 2019 Awards received 197 entries from categories, resulting in 48 finalists. The Awards Presentation
22 countries, including America, Italy, China and India. There will take place on the morning of Thursday 7 February, at
are 13 awards that recognise exterior and interior surfaces for Surface Design Show.
different sectors of design, including commercial, housing, light
and surface, public building, retail, sustainable, and temporary Tickets to the Presentation are available via the Surface Design
structure. Show website. Award partners include; James Latham, Finsa,
Business Design Centre, Soluis and Roof Maker.