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Light Talk PodcastLighting designers won't be replaced by AI, they'll be empowered by it | Juan FerrariSend us a textThe fear that AI will replace skilled professionals is misplaced – at least in lighting design. "I don't want AI to do lighting design for me," explains Juan Ferrari, Lighting Design Director at Hoare Lea, UK, "I want AI to actually make my lighting design better."This enlightening conversation explores how creative professionals are harnessing artificial intelligence as a powerful assistant rather than viewing it as a threat. Juan, whose fascinating journey from actor to architectural lighting designer gives him unique perspective on narrative and emotion in spaces, shares practical ways his 25-p...2025-07-011h 05
Virtual Lighting Design CommunityChanging Perspective Changes Everything: The Future of Light with Daan RoosegaardeSend us a textWhat happens when light beams collide at high speed? They can transform into matter – possibly explaining how celestial bodies form. This mind-blowing scientific reality perfectly captures the spirit of our conversation with Daan Roosegaarde, the visionary lighting designer who, despite being kicked out of fine art school twice, found his calling in pushing the boundaries of what light can achieve.In his discussion with Martin Klaasen, Daan weaves through the fascinating parallel between resistance to new ideas and Galileo's revolutionary assertion that Earth orbits the sun – a perspective shift that took huma...2025-05-1610 min
Light Talk PodcastCreating a World that Glows: Dan Roosegaarde's Journey from Fine Arts to Sustainable InnovationSend us a textWhen Daan Roosegaarde speaks of light, he's not talking about lumens or lux—he's describing a language that shapes human experience. "I see light as a language," he explains. "What do people remember when they wake up the next morning? That's what I want to design." This conversation reveals the mind of one of today's most innovative creators, whose work defies categorisation across art, architecture, technology, and environmental activism.Daan's journey from fine arts student to founder of Studio Roosegaarde illustrates the power of hybrid thinking in solving complex problems. His Ro...2025-05-151h 02
Light Talk PodcastNavigating the AI Revolution in Design: A Conversation with Sahil TanveerSend us a textImagine having a creative partner that never sleeps, never gets bored, and can brainstorm with you endlessly about your latest design challenge. That's the reality Sahil Tanveer discovered when he first encountered ChatGPT, launching him from traditional architecture into the fascinating world of AI-enhanced design.In this illuminating conversation, Sahil takes us through his evolution from reluctant engineering student to passionate architect, and eventually to AI innovator through his company RBDS AI Lab. What makes his perspective so valuable is how he frames artificial intelligence not simply as a productivity tool...2025-05-071h 03
Light Talk PodcastHuman Creativity Meets Artificial Intelligence: A New Era for Lighting DesignersSend us a textThe architectural lighting industry stands at a fascinating crossroads where human creativity meets artificial intelligence. In this thought-provoking conversation, Martin Klaasen sits down with Faraz Izhar, an architectural lighting designer with two decades of experience, who has emerged as a trailblazer in integrating AI into professional lighting design workflows."A little less than two years ago, rendering a photorealistic nighttime image without Photoshop seemed like wishful thinking. Now it's reality," Faraz explains, capturing the breathtaking pace at which AI has transformed from experimental curiosity to essential design tool. Leading the specialist...2025-04-1756 min
Darts draait door‘Michael van Gerwen wilde vanwege kou niet naar tweede Pro Tour dag komen’ | Darts Draait Door S2 #6Presentator Damian Vlottes en oud-profdarter Vincent van der Voort komen net van de Pro Tour in Rosmalen vandaan. Voor het eerst sinds 2011 is de PDC weer neergestreken in Nederland om vloertoernooien te spelen. De omstandigheden waren verre van top en Van der Voort was blij dat hij zelf niet in actie hoefde te komen. Het eerste toernooi werd gewonnen door Chris Dobey. Hij won van verrassend finalist, Jelle Klaasen. Michael van Gerwen verloor al in de eerste ronde van Michael Flynn en Raymond van Barneveld ging in de derde ronde onderuit tegen Martin Lukeman. Ook w...2025-02-1842 min
Virtual Lighting Design CommunityMartin Klaasen & Paul Nulty | Reshaping Future Growth & Innovation Through Merger & CollaborationSend us a textWhat happens when two industry giants join forces to reshape the future of lighting design? Tune in to hear Martin Klaasen and Paul Nulty share their insights following the merger of Klaasen Lighting Design and Nulty+. Get a better understanding of how their shared values and mutual respect are setting the stage for unprecedented growth and innovation. This isn't just a business deal; it's a cultural alignment that prioritises knowledge sharing, collaboration, and the well-being of loyal staff, ensuring a brighter tomorrow for both companies involved.The excitement of transitioning from...2024-12-1917 min
Light Talk PodcastThe Synergistic Acquisition of Klaasen Lighting Design by NultySend us a textWhat truly fuels a successful business acquisition? Join us as we uncover the intriguing story behind Nulty's acquisition of Klaasen Lighting Design, featuring insights from this conversation between Martin Klaasen and Paul Nulty. This episode isn't just about business strategies; it's about the magic that happens when two companies with a shared vision and complementary strengths come together. Discover how Nulty's global reach complements Klaasen's rich heritage, and learn why shared values like work-life balance and empowering teams are the glue holding this partnership together. It's a lesson in how aligning philosophies can...2024-12-1815 min
Light Talk PodcastMy Path from Serendipity to Global Lighting InfluenceSend us a textThis is a conversation about an unexpected journey. As founder of Klaasen Lighting Design, I stumbled into the world of lighting design through a serendipitous encounter at Philips. I share how this encounter transformed my career and ignited a passion that led me from industrial design to become a global influencer in lighting design. This story is woven with tales of international projects, the creation of my personal brand "Light Talk," and a profound career shift, offering lessons on diplomacy, client engagement, and the power of multilingual skills.From the transformation o...2024-11-1358 min
Virtual Lighting Design CommunityAmit Sheth, CEO of Plus Light Tech | Advancing Modern Lighting Solutions and Combating Light Pollution at Light Middle East 2024Send us a textCan the right lighting design improve your quality of life? Join us as we explore this intriguing question with Amit Sheth, founder and CEO of Plus Light Tech, recorded live at Light Middle East 2024 in Dubai. Amit takes us through his transformative journey from retail lighting to architecture and now outdoor lighting, pinpointing the industry's critical gaps and how his company aims to address them with cutting-edge technologies. This episode promises to enlighten you on the significance of top-notch optics in achieving sustainable lighting solutions and combating light pollution.Amit's conversation...2024-09-2411 min
Light Talk PodcastEmpowering Young Designers: The Power of Mentorship in Lighting DesignSend us a textBlogpost ReadingWhat if sharing your expertise could shape the future of an entire industry? In our latest episode of Light Talk, I recount my journey through mentorship in the lighting design field and the profound impact it has had on both my career and the lives of those I've guided. From my blog post "Pay It Forward," this episode reveals how mentorship isn’t just about imparting knowledge but also building lasting relationships and contributing to the growth of the next generation. Listen in as I reflect on th...2024-09-0302 min
Virtual Lighting Design CommunityQ&A with Jinkie De Jesus, Design Principal of Lightplan Inc. | Navigating Cultural Nuances in Philippine Lighting Design at Guangzhou International Lighting ExhibitionSend us a textEver wondered how lighting design adapts to cultural nuances? Join us for an exclusive conversation with Jinkie De Jesus, the design principal of Lightplan Inc., as she reveals the intriguing challenges and solutions in implementing international lighting standards in the Philippines. From navigating client expectations to making spaces feel more lively and vibrant, Jinkie shares her journey and the cultural adjustments she’s had to make in the early years of her own lighting design practice. Recorded at last year's Guangzhou International Lighting Exhibition in China (2023), you'll also gain insights into what sets th...2024-06-2816 min