European Design Competition of the Messe Frankfurt for energy-saving luminaires and energy-efficient lighting systems for the residential and commercial sectors in cooperation with the European Commission DG JRC are searching for energy-saving light fixtures or lighting systems for home or commercial uses with a new or visionary design. This could be any type of luminaires, which stands out from the rest because of its design or which reinterprets the space in which it is being used. In conjunction with the worldwide discussions on climate, the competition organizers are extremely interested in energy efficiency and this factor will be given special consideration during the evaluation of the products and visionary designs.

The objective of this competition is to award a prize to companies and professional designers who work on designing visionary lighting under the aspect of energy efficiency. The competition also wants to award prizes to and promote talented new designers, who develop visions for the future with lighting designs. The subject of energy efficiency also plays a decisive role here.

Deadline for registration and for mailing in documentation for first round of judging is 12 December 2007. Visit the site to learn more.