2026 Boston IES Illumination Awards

The room was electric at the 2026 Boston IES Illumination Awards

Renaissance Boston Harborside Hotel | Boston, MA

This awards show was filled with talent, energy, and the kind of cross-organizational magic that happens when North American Coalition of Lighting Industry Queers (NACLIQ), BUILD, and Light Justice show up together.

If you've ever wondered what community looks like in this industry, that room was it.

We are extending a huge congratulations to BUILD member, Nadia Rua, on her well-deserved award!

And we have even more to celebrate: Night Lights in New Lebanon received the Collaboration Award! ✨

30+ designers. Multiple firms. Multiple cities.

This spectacular event built entirely on trust, vision, and shared purpose. We are especially proud to share that BUILD members Mia, Richard, and Quincy were among the designers celebrated.

Collaboration is what BUILD is about: showing up, lifting each other, and lighting spaces that belong to everyone.

Explore the magic at Night Lights in New Lebanon