Dates set for this year’s Sterling Summit

Sterling Lighting is announcing this year’s Sterling Summit taking place from July 16-19, 2024, in Virginia at the Danville Institute for Advanced Learning and Research. This event will bring together three figures in outdoor lighting design — Domingo Gonzalez, Eleftheria Deko and Janet Lennox Moyer — offering a unique opportunity for designers from across the country to learn from the very best in the field.

Domingo Gonzalez

With a career marked by iconic projects such as the Washington Square Arch and the Apollo Theater, Gonzalez is celebrated for his ability to merge architectural and lighting design seamlessly. Attendees will have the rare chance to delve into Gonzalez's design process, gaining insights into his innovative techniques and collaborative methods.

Eleftheria Deko

An Emmy Award-winning lighting designer, Deko has illuminated over 450 theatrical productions, multimedia shows and architectural landmarks, including the Athens 2004 Olympic Games ceremonies and the Acropolis in Athens. Deko’s sessions will provide attendees with a masterclass in integrating theatrical and architectural lighting, emphasizing creativity and technical excellence.

Janet Lennox Moyer

A pioneer in landscape lighting, Moyer’s projects, including Levi Plaza, the Detroit Civic Center, and she wrote the book the Art of Landscape Lighting. She is renowned for her sustainable and harmonious designs. Moyer’s focus on the art and science of landscape lighting, will push attendees to create stunning and environmentally friendly outdoor spaces.

Highlights from the event will include:

•  Exclusive Keynotes: Hear from Gonzalez, Deko and Moyer as they share their vast wealth of knowledge and experience.

• Lighting Showcase: Experience a lighting showcase designed and implemented by Eleftheria Deko crafted to give attendees behind the scenes design training from one of the world’s top lighting designers.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers and industry leaders, fostering valuable professional relationships.