The 4th Annual ArchLIGHT Summit – Networking, Entertainment, and Innovation in Hospitality and Special Events

ArchLIGHT Summit, the lighting trade event and educational platform for architectural lighting designers, specifiers, interior designers, architects, and other practicing and aspiring lighting professionals, has announced the schedule of hospitality and special events taking place at the fourth annual event, September 17-18, 2024, at Dallas Market Center.

Access to the ArchLIGHT Summit show floor is complimentary for all attendees with advanced registration, and a $50 flat fee enables participation in over 16 AIA and IDCEC-accredited sessions. All attendees will receive access to two full days of networking, hospitality events, and immersive experiences. In addition, a new Showroom Spectacular event will take place on Wednesday afternoon, September 18, offering a glimpse into Dallas Market Center’s 1 million square feet of permanent lighting exhibits.

Advance registration can be found at https://archlightsummit.com/attend/.

“ArchLIGHT Summit is an opportunity to bring together the architectural lighting community in a meaningful way,” said Cindy Morris, President and CEO of Dallas Market Center. “Our special events and hospitality experiences create an environment where industry leaders and professionals can unite, share insights, and inspire each other.”

Each day of programming features CEU sessions encompassing engaging workshops, lively panel discussions, and interactive demonstrations. A full list of events is available on the ArchLIGHT Summit website.

Hospitality and Special Events Highlights:

Monday, September 16

• WILD Welcome Party
  6 pm | D15TRICT Lounge, WTC 15The three Texas chapters of Women in Lighting + Design (WILD) welcome everyone to Dallas with this special pre-show reception open to all participants (attendees, exhibitors, agents, sponsors, and more). Catch a spectacular view of downtown Big D from the top floor of the World Trade Center while enjoying food, drink and networking with peers.

Tuesday, September 17

• Breakfast by the KOI pond Hosted by AAiLA 8:30 – 10:30 am | Koi Pond Trade Mart

Join AAiLA and meet our members for breakfast by the koi pond before you start your day on the show floor.

• ArchLIGHT Summit Lunch

12 pm – 2pm| ArchLIGHT Summit Show Floor
Enjoy lunch on the Summit Show Floor while visiting exhibitors.

• Texas Round Ups Hosted by ALA, Hossley, PLG and Texas Lighting 3 pm – 5:00pm| Show floor 

Join these agencies in their respective sections for a variety of Texas themed libations

• Beer, Booze and Lighting Blunders Hosted by IES Dallas
  5 pm – 5:30pm| TM 1 Light Bites Stage
  Dean Brockob, President of the IES Dallas section, will provide 20 minutes of lighting levity leading into ArchLIGHT Summit’s opening night reception with his database of “lighting gone wrong” images. If you’d like to share your own blooper image to add to the presentation, you can do that here.

• ArchLIGHT Summit Opening Night Reception Sponsored by CASAMBI
  5 pm| ArchLIGHT Summit Show Floor
  Join us as we celebrate the first night of the event with a hosted bar, live music and a variety of great savory and sweet food selections to let you unwind after the full day on the trade show floor. This event is open to ALL attendees, exhibitors, speakers and partners participating in the ArchLIGHT Summit.

Wednesday, September 18

• Texas Round Ups Hosted by ALA, Hossley, PLG and Texas Lighting 9 am – 10:00am| Show floor 

Join these agencies in their respective sections for a cup of coffee and conversations

Showroom Spectacular
12:30 pm | 3^rd & 4^th Floor of Trade Mart
Enjoy food, hospitality, dynamic demonstrations, giveaways, and other exciting attractions in Dallas Market Center’s permanent lighting exhibits. Select showrooms on the Trade Mart’s third and fourth floors will be open to ArchLIGHT Summit and Dallas Design Week attendees, offering a glimpse into the “home of lighting” and Lightovation show, the largest residential lighting event in the Western Hemisphere.

• 12:45 pm Events:  The following showrooms are hosting lunch for ArchLIGHT Summit attendees
  • Relaxation Station Lunch in Sonneman Showroom | TM 4808
    
  • Sip and Savor Lunch Event with the Kuzco Group | TM 4010
    
• 1 pm Events:
  • Showroom Tour – Color and Finishes | 3^rd & 4^th Floor of Trade Mart
    Acrosentec, AFX, Hubbardton Forge, Modern Forms, LEDI, Sonneman – A Way of Light, Elk Lighting, Kuzco|Alora|Alora Mood, Varaluz
    
  • Dessert & Snack Bar with ELK Lighting and Norwell | TM 3606, TM 3321
    
  • Scotch Tastings & Happy Hour with LEDI | TM 4531
    
  • Tequila Tasting and Scavenger Hunt with Varaluz | TM 4507
    
  • A “Taste of Color” Showcase: with Hubbardton Forge | TM 3725
    
• 1:30 pm Events:
  • Cocktails with CSL | Hudson Valley Lighting Group TM 3902
    
  • Let’s Get Electric | Modern Forms TM 3401
    Live entertainment featuring Clover the Violinist! Experience her electrifying sounds while enjoying an open bar and appetizers.

• 2 pm Events:
  • Showroom Tour- Luminaire Scale, Placement, and Styles | 3^rd & 4^th Floor of Trade Mart
    AFX, Hubbardton Forge, LEDI, Sonneman – A Way of Light, Kuzco|Alora|Alora Mood, Gama Sonic Solar, Varaluz
    
  • Happy Hour with Acrosentec | TM 4028
    
  • Happy Times and Happy Hour with AFX | TM 4713
    
  • Light & Lively with Eurofase | TM 4002
  • Mix and Mingle with Minka | TM 4103
    
  • Tequila Tasting with Avenue Lighting | TM 3521
• 2:30 pm Events:
  • IALD Blue Ribbon Education Trust Student Tour    
     AFX, Eurofase, Hubbardton Forge, Modern Forms, Minka Group, Sonneman – A Way of Light, Elk Lighting, Kuzco|Alora|Alora Mood, Gama Sonic Solar, Varaluz
    
• 3 pm Events:
  • Solar “Brew & Vine” | Gama Sonic Solar TM 4525
    
  • Showroom Tour- Trends in Materials                         
    Designers are opting for interesting textures over high-gloss surfaces while mixing materials to add warmth and interest. Many of these material choices incorporate natural elements. When used effectively, these varied finishes can indicate a shift in use within a larger open space. For example, a change in flooring material can indicate a more intimate lounge area or even aid in way-finding.

Lighting is essential for emphasizing textures and materials, as well as defining different areas within a space. It continues to evolve with new trends and innovations in design, such as using light to highlight textured walls or create focal points. Varying brightness levels can add movement and visual appeal to office spaces.

Avenue Lighting, Hubbardton Forge, Minka Group, Sonneman – A Way of Light, Elk Lighting, Kuzco|Alora|Alora Mood, Gama Sonic Solar, Varaluz

ArchLIGHT Summit will be running concurrently and co-located with Dallas Design Week, providing additional CEU and networking opportunities for attendees of both events.