Board of Advisors
Adel Saweres
Advisory Board Member & Course DirectorExperienced Specification Sales Director for Lutron electronics specialized in in Lighting controls and motorized windows treatments, System Automation as well as GRMS systems with a demonstrated history of working in the electrical and electronic manufacturing industry. Skilled in Ballasts, Sales Management, Window Treatments, LED Lighting Systems, and Lighting Control. Strong arts and design professional with a Bachelor of Engineering majored in Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. Adel is currently a member of the advisory board and the director of “Light Controls & Smart Solutions” course at The Lighting Institute.
David Dunn
Advisory Board Member & Course DirectorDavid Dunn has over 30 years’ experience in design and construction and implementation of lighting projects in the UK, Europe and the GCC. He has extensive knowledge of lighting, and associated electrical infrastructure, for Highways, Internal Streets, City Beautification, Landscape and Multi-Function Sports areas. He has been a Contractor, Consultant and Client over his long career, and as such understands lighting from various points of view. He contributes technical and sustainability articles to national and international magazines and presents papers at National and International Conferences. He is also the lead Technical Contributor for the New Institution of Engineering Technologies (IET) -Recommendations for Energy Efficient Outdoor Lighting Systems. David is currently a member of the advisory board and a co-director of “Fundamentals of Lighting – Roadway”, “Standards, Codes & Sustainable Design” and “Procurement, Installation & Maintenance” courses at The Lighting Institute. He is also a member of The Institution of Lighting Professionals and the Institution of Engineering Technologies.
REBECCA CRAWFORD
Affiliate Member & MentorWith over 12 years in the lighting design industry, Rebecca believes passionately about creating immersive experiences with lighting, in even the simplest of spaces. Her university education and formal introduction to lighting started with a degree film and television and she believes strongly in translating the drama from the stage to the home, and into the mind. Her intuitive thought process also ensures that all aspects of the design are not only expertly detailed but also very approachable from a functionality standpoint - something that has been pivotal when designing the homes of hundreds of clients around the globe - whether it be a chalet within the harsher climes in Switzerland, a Bedouin inspired palace in the desert or a quirky cottage in the moody English countryside. Rebecca has worked with John Cullen Lighting both in the London and Dubai offices since 2014 and has had works featured across multiple publications including Vogue Arabia, Architectural Digest, Dezeen amongst others. Rebecca takes her inspiration from the natural rhythms of light and understands the huge importance of daylight vs artificial lighting on the human mind. She believes that in a world that only gets busier by the hour, the importance of creating a personal sanctuary in the home is more important than ever.
Martin Robert
Advisory Board Member & Course DirectorCombining light, art and technology has been the primary focus of Martin's 20 year career to date. Using light to set a scene, tell a story and create emotion he has worked on events and projects around the world. From plays in remote underground caves to global spectaculars, he has worked on nearly every type of event imaginable. Bringing both design and technical knowledge, Martin provides a unique skill set and perspective to every project he is involved with. With a strong focus on control systems, programming and interactive design he is able to make sure the original concepts are followed through to the final results. Martin is always on the lookout for new technologies that can be used in innovative and spectacular ways. Since joining Martin Professional Middle East in 2009 as their Design and Application Department Manager, he has worked on many permanent installations and iconic projects across the region and is bringing the magic of show business into people's everyday lives. Dynamic building lighting and media facades have formed the bulk of Martin's recent work.
Roger Sexton
Advisory Board MemberAfter completing a building services engineering degree at Liverpool University Roger worked for Philips Lighting for 20 years mostly in the field of new product explorations. In 2008 he joined Xicato an Intelligent LED Module manufacturer, where he works in a global product specification development and lighting designer support role.
Jelena Lazarevic
Affiliate MemberJelena manages office and regional projects of ZKLD light design studio in Dubai. Her spark for lighting design started beginning of BA studies of interior architecture. She has been with the TLI since its inception and is actively involved in spreading awareness through media, interaction and conferences. As a part of TLI team, she strives finding creative, new ways to gain appreciation of lighting design within design community and in our daily lives. Jelena holds master’s degree in architectural lighting design from Hochschule Wismar, Germany and she has started building her carrier working for internationally known companies in the Middle East region.
Malak Adel
MentorMalak Adel holds a bachelor's degree in Architectural Engineering, and is a Certified Dialux Evo trainer. With over 12 years of experience in the lighting industry, he was involved in several international award-winning and Iconic projects in the Middle East and Europe. Malak has had a continued passion for lighting throughout his career, seeing how it can influence and change any project due to the strong impact it can bestow upon the spaces and environments that we create. Malak was part of the Light Alliance Middle East team before he joined Fagerhults Belysning AB. MENA as Technical Manager, and currently manages the Huda Lighting Group Central Support Department based in Cairo.
Panos Ioannidis
Affiliate MemberIn the Lighting Design industry since 1995 before LED actually. Always next to the best Architects, Engineers, and Lighting Designers, Panos constantly tries to push for higher quality and recognition for Lighting Professionals.
He has worked with High-End and innovative Brands throughout his career. He has been iGuzzini's distributor for many years in Greece and the Middle East for the last 5 years.
During Covid, Panos invested a lot of energy and time in establishing Lighting Design Mag, trying to create a place for inspiration and a tribute to Lighting Designers from all over the world, or "The Beauty Creators" as he calls them
Lighting Design Mag at the moment consults top Manufacturers and Designers on how to grow on a global scale.
David Gilbey
Affiliate MemberDavid Gilbey is the Founder of d-lighting, independent architectural lighting and visual design. As the world has become more visual David’s theatrical background puts him in a great position to master the artistic and technical aspects of a project. David has a holistic approach to design and his DNA is to take a story telling approach to lighting design, find the narrative and to try to capture the soul of a project, he has worked on prestigious developments globally. David is a renowned speaker on the international lighting circuit and firmly believes that established lighting designers have a responsibility to mentor and guide the next generation of young lighting designers. David also believes that it is important to enjoy your work and undertake it with passion and a smile on your face, this enjoyment is the likely hidden catalyst to where the magic happens, along with the power of great ideas. Inspiration is all around us! David is very proud to be invited to be an Affiliate and to support The Lighting Institute, in life and lighting you have to keep yourself interested and interesting and we all have so much to learn as well as to give.
Katia Kolovea
Affiliate MemberKatia Kolovea is a lighting designer, communication strategist, and advocate of the lighting design profession. Her passion for light, people, and the creation of engaging and immersive experiences led her to start her business, Archifos. Archifos started as a blog, evolved into a personal brand, and since 2020, it has been focusing on the intersection of lighting design, experiential marketing, and engaging communications. Katia has been involved in a variety of international projects from architectural lighting, to event lighting, to stage lighting design, private parties, high-end brand presentations, product lighting, and public art installations to mention a few.
When she is not designing interactive and immersive lighting experiences, Katia collaborates with businesses in the lighting industry to support them communicate their brand and services in a meaningful, innovative, and personalised way, online and offline.
Her work as a designer has been awarded a "Darc Award" and was honoured with the prestigious 40under40 Lighting Design Award. Katia has been involved in various community-based and educational projects of the lighting industry like the Silhouette Awards and the VLD.Community. She loves storytelling, public speaking, and bringing the right people together. Katia is the founder of the Lighting Police, an educational platform with the mission to raise awareness about the importance of the right light to the general public. She is a team member of the global Women in Lighting Community managing all social media communications, a Judge of the LIT design awards, and an elected council member of the Society of Light and Lighting.
