When light thinks and feels
At Hong Kong’s Autumn Lighting Fairs, exhibitors such as Koizumi, Casambi and Neonlite show how craftsmanship and connectivity are shaping a smarter, more human future of illumination
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Light has always been more than illumination. It guides mood, atmosphere and how we perceive the space around us.
This October, that philosophy comes alive at the 27th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) and the 10th Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo, where exhibitors from around the world will gather to explore how light connects design, technology and human well-being.
Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the Autumn Lighting Fair – held from 27 to 30 October at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) and the Outdoor and Tech Light Expo from 28 to 31 October at AsiaWorld-Expo – will host some 3,000 global exhibitors under the theme “Illuminated Designs for a Smarter Future”.
The Autumn Lighting Fair has become a key showcase for designs that blend creativity, sustainability and emotional connection. This human-centred focus is present in the Hall of Connected Lighting with around 70 global brands, including Casambi, Koizumi, Signify, TUYA Smart, Moorgen, to name a few.
Koizumi’s Washi Pendant Light
Donald Chan, sales promotion manager at Koizumi Sangyo (H.K.) Corporation Limited (GH-C10), believes lighting design should be simple yet profound through both atmosphere and authenticity.
Known for its balance of artistry and engineering, the Japanese company will present its Washi Pendant Light, a poetic piece crafted from layers of handmade paper.
“Koizumi has always tried to combine Japanese craftsmanship into our luminaire products,” said Chan. “Each shade is layered by hand, and once light hits the paper, it casts a random pattern – every piece is one of a kind.”
The Washi Pendant Light captures Japan’s appreciation for natural materials and quiet elegance. Crafted from neutral-toned Washi paper, it casts a soft, soothing glow that changes gently with the colour temperature of its E27 or GX53 LED bulbs.
Without an internal frame, the shade appears as if it were floating, its surface alive with subtle movement and texture. Chan believes the pendant suits lobbies, hotel concierges, restaurants, cafés and residences – spaces where people seek comfort and visual harmony.
At Koizumi’s booth (GH-C10), visitors will see the pendant displayed in a lifestyle-inspired setting that allows them to experience how the light interacts with its surroundings.
Neonlite’s MEGAMAN® XChange® LED EasyFix Module
While Koizumi exhibits the beauty of hand-crafted materials, Neonlite Distribution Limited (1C-D02) brings innovation to maintenance and energy efficiency through its MEGAMAN® XChange® LED EasyFix module.
Ivy Chan, marketing manager at Neonlite, describes the product as “a replaceable light source for the entire fixture”. The EasyFix module allows users to swap light sources tool-free and without rewiring – a process that takes just 10 seconds. Each module includes three magnetic screws and a 3M adhesive, therefore allowing quick attachment and removal by end users.
The product’s three CCT switchable and three wattage-selectable settings in a single unit provide flexibility for different lighting needs, while its long lifetime ensures reduced maintenance costs. Primarily designed for retail and residential markets, the EasyFix module appeals to building managers and homeowners seeking practical sustainability.
At the fair, Neonlite will feature a demo area where visitors can try the EasyFix themselves and see how easily the module snaps into place.
While Neonlite focuses on easy installation and Koizumi on emotional ambience, Casambi Technologies Oy (GH-D01) glows in invisible elegance – light that adjusts, learns and responds.
The Finland-based company, whose Bluetooth-enabled control platform powers more than five million devices worldwide, will return to Hong Kong to unveil its latest innovations under the concept LightingOS.
At the fair, Casambi will shed light on how its technology transformed lighting across nine BBC sites in the UK, including the iconic Broadcasting House in London, where over 2,000 fluorescent fixtures were replaced with LED luminaires connected via a Bluetooth Low Energy mesh network of more than 10,000 nodes.
Tommy Hoo, APAC Strategy and Marketing Leader, said the BBC project exemplifies Casambi’s philosophy of creating smart lighting systems that are easy to install, flexible and energy efficient.
“Our system was installed without new cabling or hardware. The entire network was commissioned remotely, so the BBC could upgrade without disrupting its 24-hour operations,” said Hoo.
The project achieved a 20 per cent energy reduction and improved comfort with fully adjustable lighting scenes.
Casambi’s new Salvador Series DALI Controller continues that direction as it is able to integrate up to 64 DALI luminaires into a single mesh network.
Casambi will also appear in the Connected Lighting Forum and at its Artisan Café, illuminated with ERCO lighting, where designers including Richard Lu, Luis Barahona and Eugenia Cheng will lead informal talks on design, control and sensory experience.
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Casambi’s focus on connectivity echoes throughout the fair, where technology and lifestyle converge. Visitors can further explore the TUYA Smart Experience and FSL Lighting Experience, two installations that show how light enhances daily life.
At TUYA’s exhibit, smart home scenes – from living rooms to gardens – demonstrate how AI-driven lighting adapts to comfort, convenience and energy efficiency.
Nearby, FSL Lighting presents its Eye-care Ceiling Light, designed for seniors. Displayed in bedroom and bathroom settings, it integrates health monitoring and safety functions, illustrating how thoughtful lighting can support well-being and independence.
Innovation and dialogue in design
In addition to product displays, the fairs also serve as a global platform for design dialogue and professional exchange.
The Innovative Lighting Design Forum, taking place on 27 October at the HKCEC, explores two key themes – “City Design · Design City: Lighting Design Bound Up with Daily Life” and “RCEP Opportunities Shining Through Cultural Lighting Design.”
Speakers such as Maurice Maes, President of the Global Lighting Association and Colleen Harper, CEO & Executive Director of the Illuminating Engineering Society, will share insights on how lighting influences urban life and cultural expression.
The conversation continues on 28 October with the Connected Lighting Forum, co-organised with the Shanghai Pudong Intelligent Lighting Association (SILA) and the Connectivity Standards Alliance Member Group China (CMGC).
Focusing on smart ecosystems and a net-zero future, sessions will feature experts from Amazon, Aqara, Tuya Smart, BroadLink, Bweetech and more. During these sessions, how connected lighting drives sustainability and smarter city infrastructure will be explored.
Tino Kwan graces the stage
Tino Kwan, the award-winning designer from Hong Kong will headline a masterclass titled “The Language of Light: From Artistic Design to Everyday Experience”. The session, scheduled for 28 October (Tuesday, 4:30-5:30pm) at the STAGE, Grand Hall, HKCEC, will explore how lighting design shapes perception, space and emotion.
During the session, Kwan will share two case studies that reflect his philosophy – a large-scale project at the St. Regis Hong Kong, focused on the guest arrival experience and room ambiance, and a small-scale residential project that explores how lighting can transform compact living spaces into warm, liveable homes.
Kwan believes lighting is a language that communicates emotion, shapes perception and defines experience. His session will examine how lighting and controls enhance architecture and interiors, creating environments that bring comfort and convenience to everyday life.
Kwan views artificial intelligence as an essential tool in modern lighting design. He notes that while mobile technology allows users to adjust lighting with ease, true innovation depends on designers who balance technology with empathy and human understanding.
Innovation at the Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo also reaches into the streets, parks and public spaces that define city life.
Among this year’s featured exhibitors are AGC Lighting Co., Ltd. and Jiangsu Sokoyo Solar Lighting Co., Ltd., both showcasing how technology is driving the next generation of smart, energy-efficient outdoor lighting.
At AGC Lighting’s booth (8-E14), the Shenzhen-based manufacturer will present its UFO High Bay Light designed for industrial and large-space applications. Delivering an impressive 200 lm/W lumen efficiency, the fixture minimises power consumption while maintaining high visual performance.Its distinctive design merges traditional aesthetics with precision engineering, supported by power and colour temperature adjustability within a single unit. Built on a Zhaga base, the luminaire is also compatible with sensors or Casambi’s wireless control system, making it adaptable to evolving smart-city requirements.
Nearby, Jiangsu Sokoyo Solar Lighting Co., Ltd. (8-B02) from Gaoyou, China, brings sustainable street lighting to the forefront with its MEDY Split-Style Street Light. The solar-powered system employs bat-wing optics (150°×75°) to deliver uniform, glare-free illumination across wide areas.
Equipped with international-brand LED chips and monocrystalline solar panels, the light achieves an efficiency of 130-140 lm/W while maintaining low energy consumption.
Its intelligent control system automatically adjusts brightness based on environmental conditions, ensuring optimal energy management. Rated IP65 and IK08, the fixture is built for durability, with a plug-and-play assembly that simplifies installation and maintenance.
Together, the Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) and the Outdoor and Tech Light Expo show how light has become an experience.
From hand-crafted Washi paper pendants celebrating heritage to plug-and-play LED modules, AI-driven controls and solar-powered streetlights, exhibitors reveal how design and technology now work in harmony.
Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition)
Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo