Welcome to the IALD Arizona Chapter

The professional lighting design community continues to grow with the establishment of the IALD Arizona Chapter, the newest addition to the IALD global network of over 35 Regions and Chapters.

Serving lighting design professionals across the Grand Canyon State, the IALD Arizona Chapter provides a dedicated space for local designers to connect, learn, and grow together. From the dynamic design scene in Phoenix and Scottsdale to Tucson's emerging creative community, Arizona's lighting designers now have a home base for peer networking, educational programs, and collaborative opportunities.

Leading this exciting new chapter are volunteer coordinators Rachel Gibney, IALD, CLD, and William Kirkham, Member IALD, who bring their passion and expertise to building a vibrant local lighting design community.

Whether you're working on hospitality projects in the Valley, cultural institutions, innovative desert architecture, or adaptive reuse of historic spaces, the IALD Arizona Chapter offers you the chance to connect with like-minded professionals who understand the unique challenges and opportunities of designing with light in the Southwest.

Interested in joining? Connect with the new coordinators to learn more about upcoming events, educational opportunities, and how you can become part of the IALD Arizona Chapter community. Together, we're making Arizona's lighting design scene brighter than ever.

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Recent News

2026 LIRC Emerging Lighting Designer Initiative Applications Open for Enlighten Europe

Posted on 5/28/2026
The LIRC Emerging Lighting Designer Initiative is now open for sponsorship applications to attend IALD Enlighten Europe 2026 in Paris France.

Call for Nominations: 2027 Board and Membership Committee

Posted on 5/14/2026
The IALD Nominations + Elections Committee is seeking nominations for individuals to be considered for service on the 2027 Board of Directors and Membership Committee.

IALD India Chapter Welcomes New Volunteer Coordinator

Posted on 5/14/2026
The IALD India Chapter is thrilled to announce that Akshara Vyas is joining the roster of chapter coordinators.

IALD Education Trust Opens 2026 Student Scholarship Applications

Posted on 3/18/2026
The IALD Education Trust has announced the opening of applications for the 2026 Scholarship Program, offering eligible university students financial support to advance their lighting design education.

Thirteen 2026 IALD Award Winners Announced in Frankfurt

Posted on 3/11/2026
The IALD celebrated the 43rd annual IALD International Lighting Design Awards in Frankfurt, recognizing 13 outstanding architectural lighting design projects that exemplify innovation, sustainability, and cultural sensitivity.