Organizer: L A M P International Lighting Design Competition, an independent international lighting design competition platform based in Vancouver, BC, Canada.

Deadline: 15 October 2026

Submission Category: The competition has two main categories: Professional and Student. Fixture types include Floor, Table, Pendant, and Sconce. Additional recognition designations include Portable/Rechargeable, Outdoor, Acoustic, Smart/App Connected, Solar, Sustainable, Handmade/Craft, and Sculptural.

Eligibility: The Professional category is open to active designers, artists, industrial designers, architects, design teams, and manufacturers worldwide. A registered business is not required, and submitted work must not have launched before 2023. The Student category is open to individuals or teams enrolled in, or previously enrolled in, a post-secondary design or related artistic program during the 2025–2026 or 2026–2027 academic year.

Entry Fee: Professional: Early Bird USD 125, Regular USD 165, Late USD 195, Extended USD 225; additional entries USD 75 each. Student: Early Bird USD 60, Regular USD 85, Late USD 110, Extended USD 120; additional entries USD 40 each. Optional Jury Feedback Pack: USD 25 for students and USD 35 for professionals. Fees are non-refundable and paid online by credit card through Submittable.

Awards & Benefits: Finalists receive official recognition as L A M P finalists, with cash awards for standout designs. Finalist works receive a dedicated feature on the L A M P website for one year and remain included on the website in perpetuity. Designs will also be promoted through L A M P newsletters, social media, and media partners across architecture, interiors, furniture, art, and technology.

Core Introduction: Founded in 2013, L A M P is an independent international competition dedicated to innovation in lighting design. The 2026 edition invites professional and student designers worldwide to submit original lighting concepts, sketches, renderings, or prototypes. Entries are judged on aesthetics, function, creativity, and social and environmental responsibility, making it a strong platform for students, independent designers, studios, and manufacturers seeking international visibility in lighting design.