This session is intended first and foremost to inspire those who will attend and to give new perspectives on what lighting design can be. The presenters’ main focus is on the social dimension of lighting design: to work with and for the people, in particular those in socially disadvantaged areas. Social problems cannot be eliminated with lighting design, but design can make cities more enjoyable and safer for those who live there. We will discuss the importance of involving the community in the actual design of their environment. We will also examine how to determine what is unique to each area and discuss how to strengthen and highlight cultural differences so that end users feel proud of where they live.
