The world of museums is a multiverse of experiences. These experiences span from historic houses, with the most subtle lighting, to the most immersive and interactive environments where lighting is a noticeable interpretive element. Join us to learn from creative designers who have brought these amazing experiences to life. Dig into the details as each panelist will share design, technical and relationship insights from a past project at a worldclass museum. They will delve into the competing requirements of creating a compelling experience for the visitors while being a good steward of the objects. The panel will then engage in some curated questions to contrast experiences before opening up for audience questions. This is an expanded and revised version of a presentation that was given at ETC NYC recently.
Anita Jorgensen (IALD, IES, LC, CL) is the founding principal of Anita Jorgensen Lighting Design (AJLD) located in Tribeca, NY, and has been practicing architectural lighting design for over twenty years. Her background in art history and theatrical lighting design brings a strong... Read More →
Chuck Cameron works with specifiers, distributors and contractors to provide effective and efficient lighting controls creating environments for people. He recently joined the factory team at ETC, supporting architectural projects with control and fixture solutions, after 4 years... Read More →
John Delfino has spent over a decade creating narrative-rich lighting designs for permanent installations. At Available Light, he has contributed to major museum and architectural projects, in the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, La Nube STEAM Discovery Center, the National WWII... Read More →
Amy Nelson is the Design Manager of Lighting Design at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, where she has worked for the past 13 years. Currently, she oversees the design, installation, and maintenance of lighting across the institution. At the Met, she leads projects that balance innovation... Read More →
Tuesday September 15, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT TBA
When upgrading a facility or exterior space with a new lighting system, capturing the existing conditions is absolutely fundamental to the success of any retrofit project. Without an accurate assessment, lighting practitioners cannot possibly deliver an effective retrofit cost and savings proposal. Join us as we explore the proven process of collecting existing conditions and maximizing the chances for a successful project.
As protocols, networked systems, and software-driven platforms evolve faster than traditional project delivery models, the gap between design intent and field reality in modern lighting systems continues to widen. This one-hour panel, proposed by members of the United Lighting Controls Forum (ULCF) and the Council for Lighting Controls Startup and Integration (CLCSI), is designed for technicians, integrators, distributors, and industry leaders who are navigating this rapid change firsthand. Panelists will represent both the technician perspective through ULCF members and the distributor and sales channel perspective through CLCSI members, offering a balanced view of the challenges shaping today’s lighting and building environments. Drawing from direct involvement in design, coordination, commissioning, startup, and long-term system support, this moderated discussion will focus on lessons learned rather than debating whether emerging technologies are “good” or “bad,” the panel will center on what the boots on the ground are actually experiencing, the gaps between involved parties and how they are looking to bridge the.Topics will include the real-world impacts of new and evolving protocols, interoperability challenges, documentation and labeling gaps, and the growing role of IT infrastructure and network security in lighting systems. Attendees will leave with clearer insight into where friction is occurring, what markers indicate a successful installation in this new landscape, and how stronger collaboration across manufacturers, distributors, integrators, and technicians can improve outcomes. This session aligns directly with the mission of the ArcLight Summit conference by fostering informed dialogue, raising competency, and helping the industry adapt responsibly to rapid technological change.
