Share a trend you’ve spotted in decorative lighting. Why do you find it inspiring?
Many lighting designers are embracing organic forms, creating one-of-a-kind fixtures that double as sculpture in a space. Take, for example, one of Romanian artist Andreea Braescu’s bespoke light installations. Made from 100-percent handcrafted French porcelain, it’s a break from everyday lighting fare. Inspired by the beauty of nature, it brings harmony into our surroundings. —Sami Garshoni, Lights of Venice; lightsofvenice.com

Reveal new, exciting developments in lighting and automation.  
Lutron continues to lead the way in innovation, especially through its Ketra, Rania and Lumaris lines. Adaptable lighting that mimics natural cycles can help people feel more aligned with their environment. From an automation perspective, the experience has never been more seamless. Voice control, motion-based triggers and integration across platforms like Crestron and Lutron now work in harmony with more intuitive user interfaces and elegant keypads. These improvements make technology fade into the background so that clients can enjoy their home without thinking about the system itself. —David Greenberg, A.B.E. Networks; abenetworks.com

Describe a game-changing innovation that brings new functionality to the home.
The LED-Integrated Wine Rack System by MP Lighting merges elegant wine display with high-performance architectural lighting. Each rack features built-in, linear LED fixtures, providing glare-free illumination for every bottle while emitting minimal heat or UV radiation. Users can adjust brightness and integrate the system into broader automation platforms for scene control. This flexibility allows for dynamic lighting effects, from a soft, ambient glow for intimate tastings to accent lighting that draws attention to featured vintages. —Mike Wilson, Bethesda Systems; bethesdasystems.com