
L A M P International Lighting Design Competition
Since 2013, L A M P is dedicated to championing emerging talent and connecting designers to new markets in lighting design. L A M P puts your work in front of audiences, press, and industry players who matter. Being named a finalist is more than a credential; it's a launchpad.
• Call for Entries opens: July 1, 2026
• Early Bird deadline: August 15, 2026
• Regular deadline: October 1, 2026
• Late deadline: October 15, 2026
• Judging: November 5–25, 2026
• Winners announced: December 10–15, 2026
Lukas Peet - A-N-D
Valentina Ciuffi - Alcova
Joseph Grima - Alcova
Chiara Ripalti - IKEA
The 2026 L A M P Competition is open to TWO MAIN CATEGORIES: PROFESSIONAL & STUDENT (our previous category Manufactured has been folded into Professional).
There are SIX SUBCATEGORIES: FLOOR, TABLE, PENDANT & SCONCE. Separate designations for each Sub-Category exist for further recognition if the design is also: PORTABLE/RECHARGEABLE, OUTDOOR, ACOUSTIC, SMART/APP CONNECTED, SOLAR, SUSTAINABLE, HANDMADE/CRAFT or SCULPTURAL.
Entries are welcomed from all disciplines including, but not limited to: Artists, Industrial Designers and Architects. Read eligibility requirements below and be sure to submit to the correct category.







