LiGHT 25 REVIEW SILHOUETTE AWARDS
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OneEightyOne, Vivalyte, and Huda Lighting. Rather than simply walking the floor, guests were invited into a deeper experience, learning about the technologies, stories, and people behind each brand, while taking part in an interactive route complete with a light-hearted game and gifts from Huda Lighting, Silhouette Awards Power Sponsors, at the final stop for all participants. Year 5 of the Silhouette Awards programme is now officially underway, marked by what co-founders describe as an impressively varied and highly regarded mentor line-up. The open call for mentor applications attracted a global base of lighting designers, with this year’s paired mentees set to be revealed soon. The anniversary year is set to include special celebrations, additional community events, and reflective moments acknowledging just how far the programme has come since its launch. For Gaut, the milestone year carries special significance: “What continues to inspire me is the commitment of our mentors, the courage of our mentees, and the support of our sponsors and partners. Five years in, the Silhouette Awards have become a true reflection of the lighting community at its best – collaborative, uplifting, and willing
to invest in the next generation. As we mark this milestone year, we’re excited to create moments that honour how far we’ve come and spark even more opportunities for connection and growth.” Kolovea added: “Reaching our fifth year feels like a beautiful reflection of what can happen when a community comes together with intention. The Silhouette Awards began as a passion project, with the belief that people grow stronger when they support one another. Seeing the impact it has had on so many careers and friendships is wonderful. Year Five is not just a celebration of the programme; it’s a celebration of every person who has been part of this journey.” Together, these voices and initiatives made the Silhouette Awards’ presence at LiGHT 25 not just a great in-person reunion, but an energising platform of mentorship in action. With Year Five unfolding and a series of celebratory activities planned throughout the coming months, the Silhouette Awards continue to shine brightly, championing mentorship, nurturing emerging talent, and helping to propel the industry forward by ensuring knowledge and expertise are passed on. www.silhouetteawards.com