Ideaworks Presents Lighting Design & Technology Keynote at YPY Italy’s “Summer Vibes” Event in Pisa
We were proud to deliver the lighting design & technology keynote presentation at the recent Young Professionals in Yachting (YPY) Italy event in Pisa. This dynamic weekend event was hosted by one of the fastest-growing chapters in the global YPY network.
About YPY
Founded in Monaco in 2009, YPY is an international non-profit association created to connect and empower the next generation of yachting industry leaders. Since then, it has expanded globally, with active chapters in the USA, UK, Netherlands, Germany, and now Italy.
Although still young, YPY Italy is rapidly establishing itself as a vital platform for rising professionals across all yachting sectors, from design, engineering, and brokerage to management, sustainability, and innovation.
The organisation champions ethical business practices, professional development, and cross-generational collaboration to shape a more responsible and forward-thinking industry.
Sharing Our Perspective: Designing Light for the World’s Most Demanding Spaces
Representing Ideaworks, Principal of Lighting Design Paul Richardson and Senior Lighting Designer Caroline Jonsson presented Technology and Light: Experience-Driven Design for the World’s Most Demanding Spaces.
The session explored how lighting, materials, and technology are converging to transform superyacht environments. Specifically, this transformation spans immersive spas and wellness zones to entertainment spaces and the world’s most technically ambitious vessels.
Lighting Technology: Precision, Performance, and Control
We shared how innovations in micro-LEDs, digital control systems, and dynamic architectural materials are enabling lighting to become part of the structure itself. These technologies create surfaces that change mood, enhance wellbeing, and respond intuitively to guests.
Yet lighting on board is not just about drama but precision, reliability, and long-term performance. That’s why Ideaworks integrates robust control platforms like DALI and Lutron with our own proprietary digital backbone, mapping every lighting and AV element into a single, centralised system. This approach ensures seamless commissioning, comprehensive documentation, and long-term serviceability.
Designing for Longevity and Environmental Responsibility
Sustainability continues to play an increasing role in superyacht design. From rigorous LED binning processes and modular hardware strategies to supporting TM65 and TM66 environmental reporting, we’re committed to delivering technically advanced and visually striking solutions. As a result, our approach ensures long-lasting performance while reducing environmental impact.
A Sincere Thank You to YPY Italy
We’re grateful to the YPY Italy team, especially Riccardo Manzoni and Arianna Bionda, for organising such a thoughtful and well-curated event. It’s energising to see how craftsmanship, technology, and collaboration are shaping the future of yachting.