ULP is a global Platform of lighting designers, educators, and visionaries. We curate opportunities for collaboration, mentorship, and innovation across continents, transforming how people learn, design, and lead in the world of lighting design. Whether you're a student exploring your path or a professional shaping the built environment, ULP connects you to a brighter future.
Global Connectivity
Join an international ecosystem of lighting creatives, share ideas, and collaborate on meaningful design initiatives.
Mentorship & Growth
Learn from industry experts through live webinars, expert panels, and one-on-one mentorship programs tailored to your level.
Competitions & Recognition
Participate in juried design competitions, showcase your work globally, and earn digital credentials and awards that matter.
ULP explores the power of light as a narrative medium, enabling designers and creatives to communicate ideas, emotions, and cultural perspectives through innovative lighting concepts.
Cross-Border Collaborations
Global Co-Creation
Through its global network, ULP connects lighting professionals, students, and institutions from diverse regions to exchange knowledge, co-create projects, and foster cultural exchange.
Research & Speculation
Future Lighting Practice
ULP encourages experimental thinking by supporting research and speculative projects that push the boundaries of lighting design, inspiring new approaches for the future.
Light-Based Storytelling
Experiential Design
ULP explores the power of light as a narrative medium, enabling designers and creatives to communicate ideas, emotions, and cultural perspectives through innovative lighting concepts.
Cross-Border Collaborations
Global Co-Creation
Through its global network, ULP connects lighting professionals, students, and institutions from diverse regions to exchange knowledge, co-create projects, and foster cultural exchange.
Research & Speculation
Future Lighting Practice
ULP encourages experimental thinking by supporting research and speculative projects that push the boundaries of lighting design, inspiring new approaches for the future.
Values Knowledge
International Day of Light
Webinar
Nooor Talks : Sunnia Cheng
Podcast
Nooor Talks : Peter Santrucek
Podcast
Join Us to See More
1
Step 1
Join the Community
Connect with lighting designers, students, and professionals through our curated platform.
2
Step 2
Access Learning
Unlock exclusive content, attend webinars, and participate in workshops and mentorship programs.
3
Step 3
Showcase & Grow
Enter competitions, gain certification, and build a global presence through verified achievements.
The Universal Lighting Platform (ULP) is an international community dedicated to uniting lighting designers, students, educators, manufacturers, and creatives from across the globe.
Our missionis to foster innovation, collaboration, and lifelong learning through a diverse range of activities including creative challenges, webinars, networking events, and professional development programs.
We aim to create a truly inclusive space where the language of light is explored, shared, and advanced by all.
Vision Statement
We envision ULP as the world’s most dynamic and respected global hub for lighting design a place where boundaries fade,
dialogue thrives, and the future of lighting is shaped through collective creativity and connection.
Our long-term goal is to empower a worldwide community that drives excellence, equity, and innovation in lighting design across every culture and discipline.
Our Service
Members’ Directory
Mentorship & Challenges
Free Webinars & Conferences
Networking Opportunities
Membership Badge & Certificate
Design Awards Access
Workshops & Courses
Features in Interviews & Articles
Podcasts
Scholarships & Lotteries
Where our members shape light across the globe
Explore Our Global Community
Trusted by these amazing companies
Testimonials
Peopleare talking.
Trustpilot reviews
★★★★★5/5
Bring your ideas to life an intuitive visual editor. Create, edit, and customize your site visually and see the changes instantly.
Daniel Sans,
Envato CEO
Incredible theme and fantastic support! Every time I had a question, they got back to you so quickly and fixed your problem! Im so impressed! Thank you guys again for your precious help! Your customer support is amazing!
ritamjahed
Envato CEO
I’m early on in the process of building my website; however, I’m already impressed by customer support’s response time. Great customer support ratings is something I consider before purchasing a theme. Thank you LiquidThemes!
myadesigns
Envato CEO
Simply perfect! Theme and support are amazing! Frank thanks for the help, always fast and efficient! The best theme and support I’ve had!
leandroMariotto
Envato CEO
Bring your ideas to life an intuitive visual editor. Create, edit, and customize your site visually and see the changes instantly.
Daniel Sans,
Envato CEO
Incredible theme and fantastic support! Every time I had a question, they got back to you so quickly and fixed your problem! Im so impressed! Thank you guys again for your precious help! Your customer support is amazing!
ritamjahed
Envato CEO
I’m early on in the process of building my website; however, I’m already impressed by customer support’s response time. Great customer support ratings is something I consider before purchasing a theme. Thank you LiquidThemes!
myadesigns
Envato CEO
Simply perfect! Theme and support are amazing! Frank thanks for the help, always fast and efficient! The best theme and support I’ve had!
leandroMariotto
Envato CEO
Trusted by global brands. Join Millions of customers around the globe.
Have a ✌️ question in mind?
We are ready to hear your comments and answer your questions.
