The IES Illumination Awards program recognizes individuals for professionalism, ingenuity, and originality in lighting design based on the individual merit of each entry. Judges are selected from a broad professional spectrum, representing knowledge of lighting and design excellence. The judging system is entirely based on how well the lighting design meets the program criteria. The Illumination Awards program is not a competition.

Outdoor SpotlightsOutdoor spotlights are essential for illuminating your home's exterior, garden, or landscaping features. They can be used to highlight trees, shrubs, or even water features, making your outdoor living space more beautiful and inviting. Our outdoor spotlights are designed to withstand harsh weather conditions and provide bright, energy-efficient lighting for years to come.

LED spotlights are rapidly becoming the preferred choice over halogen spotlights. LED technology is more energy-efficient, produces less heat, and lasts much longer than halogen lighting. They are also environmentally friendly as they do not contain harmful chemicals such as mercury.

Multi-LightMulti-light spotlights are perfect for creating a statement piece in any room. They feature multiple lights on a single fixture, allowing you to create a unique lighting design. Our multi-light spotlights come in a range of styles and finishes, from minimalist to ornate, and are perfect for adding a touch of drama to any space.

The Outdoor Lighting Design Award recognizes excellence in lighting design and application in all aspects of exterior lighting. The program celebrates achievements in aesthetics, applied technical acumen, creative solutions to demanding site conditions and advancements to the industry in outdoor lighting applications. The goal of the program is to further the understanding, knowledge and function of outdoor lighting as a critical aspect of the built environment.

Spotlights enhance your space, illuminate key features and bring out the best in your décor with a direct boost of brightness.

To save energy, use LED spotlights instead of halogen bulbs, install dimmer switches to adjust the brightness as needed, and turn off spotlights when they are not in use. Additionally, placing spotlights strategically can reduce the number of lights needed in a space.

The Experiential Design Award recognizes those projects that use the design of lighting as art or for effect. This category recognizes themed or immersive environments, whether temporary, permanent, or seasonal.

The Energy and Environmental Design Award recognizes quality lighting instillations in commercial and industrial buildings that incorporate advanced energy-saving strategies and environmentally responsible solutions into the overall design.

In 1902 Edwin F. Guth founded the St. Louis Brass Company and later renamed it the Edwin F. Guth Company. Mr. Guth’s profound creativity, entrepreneurialism and focus to improve interior lighting are partially represented through 147 patents awarded to him prior to his passing in 1962. This award recognizes exceptional interior lighting projects that balance the functional illumination of space with the artistic application of light to enhance the occupant’s experience.

Up/DownUp/down spotlights are perfect for creating a dramatic effect on your exterior walls. They can be used to highlight architectural features or create a wash of light on your walls. Our up/down spotlights come in a range of finishes and are designed to withstand harsh weather conditions.

Ceiling MountedCeiling-mounted spotlights are perfect for creating ambient lighting in large rooms. They can be installed flush with the ceiling or suspended, depending on your preference. Our ceiling-mounted spotlights come in a range of styles, from minimalist designs to more ornate options.

Wall MountedWall-mounted spotlights are an excellent way to add accent lighting to your interior walls. They can be used to highlight artwork or other decorative elements and can also be used as task lighting for reading or working. Our wall-mounted spotlights come in a range of finishes, including chrome, brushed nickel, and black.

The 2025 IES Illumination Awards will take place on the Friday evening of the IES25 Lighting Conference, with Acuity Brands as the Title and After-Party sponsor. Many projects from around the world will be recognized with this honorable distinction. Thank you to those that submitted and congratulations to all award recipients.

To maintain your spotlights, regularly dust the fixtures and bulbs using a soft, dry cloth. Avoid using water or harsh chemicals. For LED spotlights, occasional checks to ensure the fixtures are secure and the bulbs are functioning correctly will help prolong their lifespan.

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Indoor SpotlightsIndoor spotlights are perfect for adding ambiance to your home or office space. They can be used to highlight artwork, photographs, or any other decorative elements you want to showcase. With a wide range of designs and styles, our indoor spotlights can complement any interior decor.

TrackTrack spotlights are perfect for adding flexible lighting to any room. They can be adjusted to focus light on specific areas or objects, making them ideal for task lighting or highlighting artwork. Our track spotlights come in a range of styles, from modern to traditional, and are designed to be easy to install and adjust.

Advanced lighting control solutions can provide significant energy savings, flexibility and other benefits in buildings. This prestigious award recognizes good lighting projects that exemplify the effective use of lighting controls in non-residential applications.

New for 2025, The Illumination Award for Experiential Lighting Design, sponsored by ETC, Inc., recognizes those projects that use the design of lighting as art or for effect. The projects submitted in this category are themed or immersive environments, whether temporary, permanent, or seasonal. Other categories are: The Illumination Award for Interior Lighting Design sponsored by Edwin F. Guth, the Illumination Award for Outdoor Lighting Design, the Control Innovation Award sponsored by the Lighting Controls Association, a Council within NEMA, and the Energy and Environmental Design Award are parallel programs created to recognize outstanding lighting design.