Lightovation, the largest residential lighting trade event in North America, held inside the home of lighting, Dallas Market Center, announces showroom news and the events taking place during Lightovation, January 8-11, and the Lightovation Interior Designer Preview Day on January 7.
Registration and complete show information for January Lightovation can be found at https://dallasmarketcenter.com/lightovation. And all participants—attendees, reps and exhibitors—should visit https://book.passkey.com/event/50722748/owner/14227/home to book hotel accommodations before blocks close on December 21.
Lighting showrooms encompass more than 1 million square feet at Dallas Market Center and include iconic brands and newer companies creating compelling designs featuring the latest technology. January is the largest lighting trade event of the year and includes new collections and advancements in virtually every showroom, complemented by an events list that includes tours, seminars, and presentations from bright minds in the business of retail, trends, design, and lighting technology. Plus, there are events held in association with key design organizations including the American Lighting Association (ALA), the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), and others.
All attendees are welcome to visit The SMART Center, the buyers’ lounge, networking, meeting area, and seminar center located in Trade Mart (TM) 4826. An information desk and complimentary refreshments are also available there.
Attendees are also encouraged to visit the Connections Housing travel desk by the TM 3 front escalators in order to take advantage of exclusive deals and discounts on hotels for the June 18-21 edition of Lightovation. Qualified attendees can enjoy a $100/night discount on June rooms at the Hilton Anatole by booking on-site during January Lightovation. This special $177/night Anatole rate will not be available online. Buyers can also enjoy special June Lightovation Early Bird rates at the Hilton Park Cities ($129/night) and Hilton Lincoln Centre ($123/night) that are already available online at https://book.passkey.com/event/50802375/owner/14227/home.
New and Expanded Showrooms
There are a number of additions and expansions debuting at Lightovation.
In the Trade Mart lighting neighborhoods, a new, expanded location for the popular International Pavilion will debut. New in the International Pavilion (TM 4926) are Berkana Crystal (TM 4926-1), which distributes Czech crystal lighting, and Pooky Lighting (TM 4926-6), which offers decorative lighting at the right price point. They join WakaNINE, Zafferano, and Buster & Punch.
New showrooms for Lightovation are Alteck Lighting (TM 3383), a leader in LED design and production; Starfire Crystal (TM 4634), a fine crystal chandelier importer; and Viro (TM 4331), a custom lighting division of Hammerton. Dainolite (TM 3917) is returning with their contemporary lighting. Plus, lighting leader and maker of luxury crystal chandeliers Schonbek (TM 3303) is relocating and expanding.
Also new in the Spectrum shared showroom (TM 4432) are Abba Lighting USA (TM 4432-21), distributor of outdoor lighting; lighting manufacturer Dainte Lighting (TM 4432-10); and Hanover Lantern (TM 4432-6), which offers cast-aluminum lighting.
Networking, Education and Inspiring Events
The events schedule for Lightovation is packed full of influencers, icons, experts, and inspiring content. Highlights include:
Tuesday, January 7: Interior Designer Preview Day
Interior Designers are invited to join fellow designers for Interior Designer Preview Day.
8:30-10 a.m.: ASID Breakfast at Crystorama. Location: TM 3503. Crystorama and the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) invite you to start Lightovation Interior Designer Preview Day in style with breakfast, an espresso bar, giveaways, and networking. Meet the ASID Trend Report Panelists, S. Dawn Haynie, Ph.D., ASID Educator, Shundra Harris, FASID, RID, NCIDQ, Michael Janicek, IES, Kathryn Nelson, ASID, RID, NCIDQ, and Veronica Sanders, ASID Allied before they hit the stage at 10am to share "Highlights of ASID's Top Trends in Interior Design". RSVP: pr@crystorama.com
10 a.m.: Highlights of ASID's Top Trends in Interior Design. Location: TM 4926 - International Pavilion.
The ASID Trends Outlook report presents the latest changes in our world that impact interior design—including shifts in population, economy, society, lifestyles, methods of work, new technologies, and the environment. Hear from ASID Research Fellow, Dr. Dawn Haynie, and leading designers on the findings of the new 2025 report joined by panelists Shundra Harris, CEO and Principal Designer, Shundra Harris Interiors; Michael Janicek, Senior Specialist, Lighting Design and Senior Associate at Corgan; Kathryn Nelson Owner & Principal Designer, Kathryn Nelson Design; and Veronica Sanders, Owner, Design with Veronica Sanders, LLC
11 a.m. ASID Trend Lighting Showroom Tour. Location: Meet at TM 4926 - International Pavilion. Join ASID's Senior Manager of Development, Shane Jones, and Nichelle Hosley, ASID Texas Chapter President-Elect and Principal of N2Spaces in San Antonio, TX, on a tour through Lightovation Showrooms to see firsthand how the trends inside the ASID Trends Outlook Report are being used in lighting product design and beyond.
Noon: Maxim Presents Designer Lunch with Modern Luxury. Location: TM 3901.
1 p.m.: Form and Function: Insights from Leading Product Designers on the Art and Impact of Light in Interiors with Modern Luxury. Location: TM 3 - N. Elevator Lobby. Join Jane Humphrey of Modern Luxury and top lighting product designers, Chandler McLellan (Hudson Valley Lighting Group | Troy Lighting), David Kitts (Hubbardton Forge), Ryan Saghian (Studio M), and Kelsey McGregor (Alora | Alora Mood), as they explore the latest trends, creative processes, and inspirations behind their work.
2 p.m.: Inside the Designer's Vision: A Guided Showroom Tour with Leading Lighting Innovators. Location: Meet in the TM 3 - N. Elevator Lobby. Following the panel, join our featured product designers, Chandler McLellan (Hudson Valley Lighting Group | Troy Lighting), David Kitts (Hubbardton Forge), Ryan Saghian (Studio M), Kelsey McGregor (Alora | Alora Mood) and DMC's Ginger Hartford on a tour of their showrooms. Get an insider look into the process, the product, and the team they work with to produce their lines.
3 p.m.: KEYNOTE: In Conversation with Barclay Butera: Lifestyle, Business, and the Art of Lighting. Location: TM 4 - N. Elevator Lobby. Explore the artistry and business acumen behind Barclay Butera’s renowned design work in this exclusive conversation as Barclay shares his approach to chic lifestyle and luxury design, his collaboration with Fine Art Lamps, and the integral role of lighting in shaping and enhancing spaces. Gain insights into his design philosophy, industry trends, and practical advice on achieving elegance through lighting.
4 p.m.: Fine Art Handcrafted Lighting: Interior Designer & Lighting Happy Hour with Barclay Butera. Location: TM 4705. Fine Art Handcrafted Lighting invites you to the exclusive launch of the Embark Collection by Barclay Butera Couture. Mix & mingle with iconic interior designer Barclay Butera and be among the first to experience the Embark Collection, a breathtaking series of lighting fixtures distinguished by marine-inspired hues, moody amber glass, and contemporary white-chic tones, alongside naturally inspired shapes like waves and sails.
4 p.m.: Hubbardton Forge: Your Creativity Unleashed. Location: TM 3725. Wrap up your day with a toast and learn more about SNAPS a new era in versatility. MODULAR. SCALABLE.CUSTOMIZABLE. See the largest product introduction in Hubbardton Forge's history, entering a new half-century of design!
4 p.m.: Interior Designer VIP Preview of Luxe Design. Location: TM 1. Dallas Market Center invites Interior Designers for an exclusive preview of Luxe Design in the Trade Mart Pavilion. This juried collection of temporaries features DMC's most prestigious, curated collection of high design home accents, specialty gift & tabletop items. Enjoy drinks, light bites, fun giveaways, and discover unique luxury items to complete every lifestyle design.
Wednesday, January 8
10 a.m.: Lightovation Scoop. Location: TM 1: Koi Pond. Are you new to Lightovation or just in need of some additional information on navigating the show? Visit us at the Trade Mart Koi Pond to get the scoop on all things Lightovation.
11 a.m.: Illuminating Trends: Applying ASID’s 2025 Trends Outlook Report to Lighting and Retail. Location: TM 4 - Elevator Lobby. Discover the top 10 trends from the ASID 2025 Trends Outlook Report, sponsored by Lightovation and Sherwin-Williams. Learn how these key trends impact lighting design, application, and retail displays. Join experts Heather Fujikawa, Kirsten Recce, and Jeff Dross in a discussion with ASID Research Fellow S. Dawn Haynie, PhD. Attendees will receive a link to download the full report post-show.
1 p.m.: Decorative Lighting & Well Building Standard - Who Knew? 1.0 HSW CEU. Location: International Pavilion, TM 4926. Careful utilization of decorative lighting can influence achievement of over 10% of the features comprising the WELL building standard. The key concepts of the standard are described and the features that are positively impacted by decorative fixtures are examined. Good acoustics within a space can contribute to achievement of WELL certification. The history of acoustics along with the key elements of NRC, Sabin and RT60 are explained. Acoustic fixtures currently available are reviewed and specification/selection criteria explained. WELL standards that are accomplished via use of biophilia, beauty and sculpture are reviewed along with the task light WELL feature. Attendees of this session, which is presented by WakaNINE, will earn 1.0 HSW CEU.
2 p.m.: NKBA 2025 Kitchen & Bath Trends Presentation & Panel. Location: TM 4 - N. Elevator Lobby. The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) will present important directions from its recently released 2025 Kitchen Trends Report and a first look at its 2025 Bath Trends Report. Following an overview from NKBA’s Head of Research Tricia Zach of what is forecast for these key rooms, a panel discussion moderated by Leslie Carothers of Savour Partnership will cover how those trends will integrate into projects and affect lighting design and applications. Panel experts will include NKBA Texas North Plains Chapter President Andrew Risinger, CMKBD, of Kitchen Bath & Home; Robin Burrill of Signature Home Services and Patricia Davis Brown, CMKBD, of Patricia Davis Brown Designs, LLC.
3 p.m.: Kitchen & Bath Lighting Trend Tour. Location: TM 4 - N. Elevator Lobby. Join the Texas North Plains Chapter of the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) for an open-to-all tour of select Lightovation exhibits featuring on-trend solutions for kitchens and baths. Interior designer and lighting expert Patricia Davis Brown, CMKBD, will be your guide, providing her own insights alongside a showcase of the latest lighting introductions for these lucrative rooms.
5 p.m.: ALA Women in Lighting Reception. Location: TM 3902 - The Hudson Valley Lighting Group. Join the American Lighting Association’s Women in Lighting Committee for a networking reception that’s open to everyone. Hosted by the Hudson Valley Lighting Group, this event will celebrate the group’s recent philanthropic support of the Tory Burch Foundation, as well as kick off its 2025 Mentorship Groups and Leadership Award nominations.
Thursday, January 9
10 a.m.: Lightovation Scoop. Location: TM 1: Koi Pond. Are you new to Lightovation or just in need of some additional information on navigating the show? Visit us at the Trade Mart Koi Pond to get the scoop on all things Lightovation.
11 a.m.: ALA: Technology Q&A With American Lighting Association Director of Engineering Terry McGowan. Location: TM 4826 - The SMART Center Seminar Room. This session will address emerging lighting technologies and status updates to the Illuminating Engineering Society’s Recommended Practice for Lighting Interior and Exterior Residential Environments.
1 p.m.: Secrets of design for successful staging, retail and vacation rental design. Location: Pasha Home, WTC 680. Leading Experts share their top 3 design perspectives in Sourcing & Photo Styling for Retail, Staging, and Vacation Rental Design with panelists Nikki Watson, Jessica Duce, and Sarah Lambert Home with Ginger Hartford, moderating.
2 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Patti Carpenter Reports & IHDC Home Accents Trend Tour. Location: IHDC 2F215. Get inspired and informed with Patti Carpenter, Global Trend Ambassador, as she reports on color, materials, prints, and surface design in the US Home Decor market for 2025 and beyond. Join her after the presentation at 3pm for a tour of the Interior Home & Design Center as Patti introduces you to key showroom contacts and contextualizes her talk by showcasing trending Home Accent products in 2025.
5 p.m.: Fireside Chat with ARTS Awards Product Designer Finalists & Sharon Davis. Location: IHDC 2F212. Kick off the excitement for the 35th Annual ARTS Awards with an exclusive panel discussion featuring product design finalists who are shaping the home accents industry. Designers David Kitts, Dann Foley, Breegan Jane, and Lisa McDennon will share their insights on design trends, sources of inspiration, and what excites them about the future of product design. Moderated by Sharon Davis, this lively discussion will also include revealing the unique perspective and personality behind each designer’s work. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation with industry leaders ahead of awards night!
6 p.m.: 35th ARTS Awards Gallery Preview Party. Location: IHDC 2F212. Join us the night before the 35th Annual ARTS Awards gala for an exclusive Preview Party, celebrating the remarkable talent of this year's honorees. Step into a curated gallery showcasing standout products from our manufacturing and product design finalists, offering a unique preview of the innovation and craftsmanship that define the home industry. Mingle with finalists, industry leaders, and fellow guests as you explore these exceptional pieces up close, all in anticipation of the awards celebration.
Friday, January 10
11 a.m.: ALA: Government Affairs Q&A with American Lighting Association Vice President of Public Policy Michael Weems. Location: TM 4826 - The SMART Center Seminar Room. An interactive Q&A session with the American Lighting Association’s Vice President of Public Policy Michael Weems addressing government affairs and regulations affecting the lighting industry in 2025.
6 p.m. 35th ARTS Awards. Location: Hilton Anatole. Reservations Required. Join Dallas Market Center and ART for the 35th ARTS Awards Gala, the premier awards program in the U.S. honoring top manufacturers, retailers, designers, and sales representatives. Advance tickets are required for this events and may be purchased here: https://dallasmarketcenter.com/ArtsAwards/reservations/
