Insightful, information-rich sessions led by Illuminated Lighting Design lighting experts equip attendees with practical strategies to elevate lighting design, improve project outcomes, and unlock new business opportunities.
FORT MYERS, FL – August 27, 2025 — Illuminated Lighting Design, founded by a team of seasoned professionals with more than a century of combined industry experience, will present two expert-led education sessions at CEDIA Expo 2025. Designed to equip integrators with real-world strategies and practical knowledge, these sessions tackle two of the most critical and complex areas in lighting design today: managing design integrity throughout the construction process, and executing visually stunning, technically demanding under-stone lighting systems.
In “Best Laid Plans: Managing Lighting Designs That Survive the Project Gauntlet,” Illuminated Lighting Design’s Lynne Stambouly and Bruce Clark dig into the common pitfalls that plague even the best lighting plans—value engineering, trade misalignment, last-minute changes—and offer a roadmap to preserving design intent and project profitability.
Meanwhile, “Under-Stone Lighting Systems: How to Design and Install with Confidence,” led by Curtis Searles and Stambouly, demystifies one of the most show stopping yet challenging applications in luxury lighting. From glowing kitchen islands to backlit walls, attendees will learn how to specify, detail, and coordinate these systems with precision and confidence.
Leading these sessions are Illuminated Lighting Design’s founding partners: Lynne Stambouly, principal founder, who brings nearly four decades of experience across lighting design, sales, procurement, and project management; Bruce Clark, design principal, known for combining technical precision with creative insight to elevate integrator capabilities; and Curtis Searles, managing principal, whose 25+ years in lighting and construction have earned him a reputation for excellence in both technical execution and trade coordination.
Together, this accomplished team will share valuable lessons drawn from years of field experience, offering integration professionals the guidance they need to deliver sophisticated, reliable lighting solutions that meet the high expectations of luxury residential and boutique commercial projects.
“With demand for high-impact lighting rising across the luxury market, integrators have a unique opportunity—and responsibility—to elevate their game,” says Stambouly. “Understanding the complexities of lighting design, from implementation challenges to coordination with multiple trades, is essential to creating environments that not only look stunning but function seamlessly.”
CEDIA Education Sessions from Illuminated Lighting Design:
“Best Laid Plans: Managing Lighting Designs That Survive the Project Gauntlet”
Thursday, September 4, 1:00 – 2:30 PM, Room MH 4A
This real-world session confronts the challenges that arise when design intent meets field execution. From value engineering compromises to coordination mishaps, presenters Lynne Stambouly and Bruce Clark offer tools to navigate stakeholder influences, maintain design integrity, and protect project margins. Attendees will walk away with practical strategies to anticipate, address, and resolve issues before they derail the lighting vision.
“Under-Stone Lighting Systems: How to Design and Install with Confidence”
Friday, September 5, 10:00 – 11:00 AM, Room MH 4C
Backlit stone and underlit surfaces are among the most visually striking lighting applications—and the most misunderstood. Curtis Searles and Lynne Stambouly provide a systems-based breakdown of how to evaluate, plan, and execute these complex applications from start to finish. From illuminated kitchen islands to vertical stone features, this course covers everything from CAD planning and LED specification to coordinating across five or more trades.
Key Takeaways from Illuminated Lighting Design’s CEDIA Expo 2025 Courses
A properly designed lighting system is one of the most impactful of all smart technologies, yet the complexities and collaboration required can often dissuade integrators from taking on lighting-intensive projects. Yet, there’s no denying the demand for distinctive lighting in the luxury home market. In both Illuminated Lighting Design sessions, attendees will gather inspiration and advice to take their lighting installations to the next level with poise and precision. Key takeaways stress the importance of and offer best practices for:
- Evaluating materials and planning for aesthetic performance
- Specifying proper lighting, dimming, and power systems
- Coordinating across construction, millwork, and AV disciplines
- Building redundancy and serviceability into the design
To register for “Best Laid Plans: Managing Lighting Designs That Survive the Project Gauntlet” and/or “Under-Stone Lighting Systems: How to Design and Install with Confidence”, go to https://cediaexpo.com/show/schedule/#schedule.
About Illuminated Lighting Design (ILDS)
Founded by lighting veterans Lynne Stambouly, Bruce Clark, and Curtis Searles, Illuminated Lighting Design brings together more than 100 years of combined industry experience across lighting design, integration, and construction. The Florida-based firm partners nationally with AV integrators, architects, and designers to deliver lighting strategies that are both visionary and executable. Illuminated Lighting Design specializes in supporting projects from concept to completion, with a refined methodology that ensures accuracy, efficiency, and stunning results.
To learn more, visit www.illuminatedlightingdesign.com or contact info@illuminatedlightingdesign.com.
ILDS Media Contact
For more information about Illuminated Lighting Design contact Katye McGregor Bennett of KMB Communications by calling (406) 446-1283 or emailing katye@kmbcomm.com.