Architectural Lighting Market Size and Outlook 2031

Report Description

Forecast Period	2027-2031
Market Size (2025)	USD 9.15 Billion
CAGR (2026-2031)	8.23%
Fastest Growing Segment	Retrofit Installation
Largest Market	Asia Pacific
Market Size (2031)	USD 14.71 Billion

Market Overview

The Global Architectural Lighting Market will grow from USD 9.15 Billion in 2025 to USD 14.71 Billion by 2031 at a 8.23% CAGR. Architectural lighting serves as the strategic integration of illumination systems within built environments to enhance both the aesthetic character and functional utility of a space. The global market is primarily supported by the relentless pace of urbanization and the rigorous enforcement of energy efficiency regulations which compel the adoption of sustainable and high performance lighting technologies. This growth is further reinforced by the continuous development of commercial infrastructure projects that demand advanced lighting solutions to meet modern environmental and safety standards.

However, the industry faces a significant challenge regarding the proliferation of products that fail to meet established regulatory standards, thereby undermining safety and fair competition. According to LightingEurope, in 2024, a targeted surveillance initiative revealed that 275 lighting products sold through online marketplaces failed to meet mandatory regulatory information requirements. This influx of unregulated goods distorts market pricing and poses liability risks, presenting a formidable obstacle to the sustained expansion of the legitimate architectural lighting sector.

Key Market Drivers

Rapid urbanization and infrastructure modernization serve as the primary catalysts for the architectural lighting industry, driven by a surge in commercial and residential construction projects globally. As cities expand, the requirement for illumination systems that integrate seamlessly with modern building designs has intensified, compelling manufacturers to supply high-performance solutions. This sustained demand for infrastructure development is evident in the financial performance of major industry leaders which reflects the sheer volume of market activity. According to Acuity Brands, Inc., October 2024, in the 'Fiscal 2024 Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year Results', the company achieved full-year net sales of $3.84 billion, underscoring the massive scale of demand within the North American lighting and building spaces market. This modernization trend is globally widespread, creating substantial opportunities for established players; according to the Zumtobel Group, July 2024, in the 'Annual Financial Report 2023/24', the group posted revenues of EUR 1,127.0 million, further validating the significant capital investment flowing into the sector through built environment projects.

Simultaneously, stringent government energy efficiency mandates and the rising demand for sustainable low-carbon solutions are reshaping product development and procurement strategies. Legislative frameworks worldwide are enforcing stricter power consumption limits, accelerating the obsolescence of traditional lighting in favor of advanced LED technologies that offer superior efficacy and longevity. This regulatory pressure has successfully transitioned the market toward eco-friendly alternatives, making energy-saving capability a non-negotiable criterion for architectural specifications. The dominance of this technology is highlighted by major market shifts; according to Signify, October 2024, in the 'Third Quarter 2024 Results' report, LED-based sales represented 90% of the company's total sales, illustrating the almost complete saturation of energy-efficient technologies within the current sales mix. Consequently, architectural firms are increasingly prioritizing these sustainable systems to ensure compliance with environmental standards while minimizing long-term operational costs for building owners.

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Key Market Challenges

The proliferation of non-compliant and unregulated products presents a formidable barrier to the healthy expansion of the Global Architectural Lighting Market. These sub-standard goods, often imported through online channels, bypass rigorous safety testing, environmental levies, and administrative certifications that legitimate manufacturers are legally required to fund. This regulatory evasion allows non-compliant actors to undercut market prices significantly, creating an uneven playing field that penalizes companies investing in safety, quality, and innovation. Consequently, established manufacturers face eroding margins and reduced capital for research and development, which stifles the industry's overall technological advancement.

Furthermore, the prevalence of these products introduces severe liability risks for distributors, installers, and facility managers, undermining trust in the broader supply chain. The scale of this issue is extensive. According to LightingEurope, in 2025, a comprehensive mystery shopping exercise revealed that upon physical inspection, 95% of lighting products purchased from online marketplaces failed to meet mandatory safety and administrative compliance standards. This high failure rate creates a volatile environment where safety hazards and legal vulnerabilities deter investment in high-quality architectural lighting solutions, thereby slowing the market’s sustained growth.

Key Market Trends

The proliferation of IoT-enabled and connected lighting ecosystems is fundamentally shifting the market from static illumination to intelligent, data-driven building management. Modern architectural designs are increasingly incorporating smart luminaires embedded with sensors that communicate with building management systems to optimize space utilization and user comfort. This connectivity allows for granular control and real-time analytics, creating value beyond simple light emission. The commercial viability of this trend is substantial, as manufacturers witness a sharp rise in the adoption of these intelligent systems. According to Glamox, April 2024, in the 'Annual Report 2023', connected lighting solutions accounted for 40% of the company's total annual turnover, reflecting the industry-wide transition towards integrating digital intelligence into architectural specifications.

Simultaneously, the advancement of circular economy principles is redefining product lifecycles and material strategies within the industry. Unlike the previous focus solely on operational energy efficiency, this trend emphasizes the design of serviceable, modular, and recyclable luminaires to minimize embodied carbon and waste. Architects and specifiers are now demanding products that offer extended longevity through component replaceability rather than disposal, aligning with broader sustainability goals. This strategic pivot towards modularity is generating measurable financial impact for leading manufacturers. According to Signify, January 2024, in the 'Fourth Quarter and Full-Year Results 2023' report, circular revenues reached 33% of the company's total sales, illustrating the accelerating market preference for products that support a regenerative resource model.

Segmental Insights

The Retrofit Installation segment is recognized as the fastest-growing category in the Global Architectural Lighting Market, driven by the increasing demand for modernizing existing infrastructure. This expansion is heavily influenced by stringent energy regulations from authorities such as the U.S. Department of Energy, which necessitate the replacement of inefficient lighting systems. Property owners are prioritizing retrofitting to integrate energy-saving LED technologies without the high costs of total structural replacement. This approach effectively aligns compliance with sustainability targets, offering a practical solution that minimizes operational expenses while enhancing the quality of illumination in established buildings.

Regional Insights

Asia Pacific stands as the dominant region in the Global Architectural Lighting Market, driven by rapid urbanization and extensive infrastructure development. Key economies such as China and India generate significant demand through large-scale commercial and residential construction projects. This leadership is further strengthened by government regulations that mandate energy efficiency, compelling the widespread adoption of LED technology and sustainable building practices. Additionally, substantial investments in smart city initiatives create a sustained requirement for functional and aesthetic lighting solutions, ensuring the region remains the primary contributor to global market expansion.

Recent Developments

In January 2025, Acuity Brands announced that ten lighting solutions from its architectural portfolio had received recognition from the prestigious GOOD DESIGN Awards. The winning products spanned several of the company’s specialized brands, including A-Light, Gotham, and Eureka, highlighting excellence in industrial and product design. The awards acknowledged specific innovations, such as shallow recessed downlights and nature-inspired luminaires designed to integrate subtly into diverse interior and exterior spaces. This achievement reflected the corporation's ongoing dedication to delivering high-performance, aesthetically sophisticated fixtures that meet the complex requirements of contemporary architectural lighting design.
In October 2024, the Zumtobel Group entered into a strategic partnership with global technology leader ABB to advance smart building solutions and industrial applications. The collaboration focused on integrating the lighting company's advanced management systems with the partner's comprehensive building automation platforms. By leveraging their combined expertise, the organizations aimed to accelerate the adoption of sensor-based lighting technologies that improve energy efficiency and occupant comfort in commercial and institutional projects. Furthermore, the alliance sought to explore emerging connectivity standards, such as Matter and Thread, to ensure seamless interoperability within modern architectural environments.
In May 2024, Lutron Electronics expanded its luxury architectural portfolio with the debut of the Ketra D2 and Rania D2 downlights. These new fixtures featured a compact two-inch aperture, representing a significant engineering achievement that delivered high-quality light in a much smaller form factor than previous offerings. The company emphasized that these products were designed to harmonize natural and electric light, dynamically adapting to various moments throughout the day to create specific ambiances. The launch underscored the organization's focus on integrating advanced, tunable light sources with intuitive control systems to elevate the residential lighting experience.
In April 2024, Signify unveiled a new pendant lighting fixture from its Philips MyCreation range during Milan Design Week, showcasing an innovative application of 3D printing technology. Developed to mimic the visual effect of layered fabric, the luminaire was designed to seamlessly blend aesthetic appeal with sustainable manufacturing practices. The company highlighted that this product launch reinforced its commitment to the circular economy, as the 3D printing process significantly reduced waste and utilized recyclable materials. This development demonstrated the potential for on-demand, customizable manufacturing within the architectural lighting sector, offering designers new possibilities for texture and form.

Key Market Players

Signify N.V
Acuity Brands, Inc
Cree Lighting USA LLC
OSRAM GmbH
Current Lighting Solutions, LLC
Zumtobel Group
Eaton Corporation plc
Cooper Lighting LLC
LSI Industries Inc
Bajaj Electricals Ltd

By Product Type	By Installation Type	By End-Use Industry	By Region
LED CFL LFL HID Halogen Incandescent	New Installation Retrofit Installation	Residential Commercial Industrial	North America Europe Asia Pacific South America Middle East & Africa

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Architectural Lighting Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

Architectural Lighting Market, By Product Type:

LED
CFL
LFL
HID
Halogen
Incandescent

Architectural Lighting Market, By Installation Type:

New Installation
Retrofit Installation

Architectural Lighting Market, By End-Use Industry:

Residential
Commercial
Industrial

Architectural Lighting Market, By Region:

North America

United States
Canada
Mexico

Europe

France
United Kingdom
Italy
Germany
Spain

Asia Pacific

China
India
Japan
Australia
South Korea

South America

Brazil
Argentina
Colombia

Middle East & Africa

South Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the Global Architectural Lighting Market.

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Table of content

1. Product Overview

1.1. Market Definition

1.2. Scope of the Market

1.2.1. Markets Covered

1.2.2. Years Considered for Study

1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Objective of the Study

2.2. Baseline Methodology

2.3. Key Industry Partners

2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources

2.5. Forecasting Methodology

2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation

2.7. Assumptions and Limitations

3. Executive Summary

3.1. Overview of the Market

3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations

3.3. Overview of Key Market Players

3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries

3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, Trends

4. Voice of Customer

5. Global Architectural Lighting Market Outlook

5.1. Market Size & Forecast

5.1.1. By Value

5.2. Market Share & Forecast

5.2.1. By Product Type (LED, CFL, LFL, HID, Halogen, Incandescent)

5.2.2. By Installation Type (New Installation, Retrofit Installation)

5.2.3. By End-Use Industry (Residential, Commercial, Industrial)

5.2.4. By Region

5.2.5. By Company (2025)

5.3. Market Map

6. North America Architectural Lighting Market Outlook

6.1. Market Size & Forecast

6.1.1. By Value

6.2. Market Share & Forecast

6.2.1. By Product Type

6.2.2. By Installation Type

6.2.3. By End-Use Industry

6.2.4. By Country

6.3. North America: Country Analysis

6.3.1. United States Architectural Lighting Market Outlook

6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

6.3.1.1.1. By Value

6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

6.3.1.2.1. By Product Type

6.3.1.2.2. By Installation Type

6.3.1.2.3. By End-Use Industry

6.3.2. Canada Architectural Lighting Market Outlook

6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

6.3.2.1.1. By Value

6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

6.3.2.2.1. By Product Type

6.3.2.2.2. By Installation Type

6.3.2.2.3. By End-Use Industry

6.3.3. Mexico Architectural Lighting Market Outlook

6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

6.3.3.1.1. By Value

6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

6.3.3.2.1. By Product Type

6.3.3.2.2. By Installation Type

6.3.3.2.3. By End-Use Industry

7. Europe Architectural Lighting Market Outlook

7.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.1.1. By Value

7.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.2.1. By Product Type

7.2.2. By Installation Type

7.2.3. By End-Use Industry

7.2.4. By Country

7.3. Europe: Country Analysis

7.3.1. Germany Architectural Lighting Market Outlook

7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.1.1.1. By Value

7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.1.2.1. By Product Type

7.3.1.2.2. By Installation Type

7.3.1.2.3. By End-Use Industry

7.3.2. France Architectural Lighting Market Outlook

7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.2.1.1. By Value

7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.2.2.1. By Product Type

7.3.2.2.2. By Installation Type

7.3.2.2.3. By End-Use Industry

7.3.3. United Kingdom Architectural Lighting Market Outlook

7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.3.1.1. By Value

7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.3.2.1. By Product Type

7.3.3.2.2. By Installation Type

7.3.3.2.3. By End-Use Industry

7.3.4. Italy Architectural Lighting Market Outlook

7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.4.1.1. By Value

7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.4.2.1. By Product Type

7.3.4.2.2. By Installation Type

7.3.4.2.3. By End-Use Industry

7.3.5. Spain Architectural Lighting Market Outlook

7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.5.1.1. By Value

7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.5.2.1. By Product Type

7.3.5.2.2. By Installation Type

7.3.5.2.3. By End-Use Industry

8. Asia Pacific Architectural Lighting Market Outlook

8.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.1.1. By Value

8.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.2.1. By Product Type

8.2.2. By Installation Type

8.2.3. By End-Use Industry

8.2.4. By Country

8.3. Asia Pacific: Country Analysis

8.3.1. China Architectural Lighting Market Outlook

8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.1.1.1. By Value

8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.1.2.1. By Product Type

8.3.1.2.2. By Installation Type

8.3.1.2.3. By End-Use Industry

8.3.2. India Architectural Lighting Market Outlook

8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.2.1.1. By Value

8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.2.2.1. By Product Type

8.3.2.2.2. By Installation Type

8.3.2.2.3. By End-Use Industry

8.3.3. Japan Architectural Lighting Market Outlook

8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.3.1.1. By Value

8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.3.2.1. By Product Type

8.3.3.2.2. By Installation Type

8.3.3.2.3. By End-Use Industry

8.3.4. South Korea Architectural Lighting Market Outlook

8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.4.1.1. By Value

8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.4.2.1. By Product Type

8.3.4.2.2. By Installation Type

8.3.4.2.3. By End-Use Industry

8.3.5. Australia Architectural Lighting Market Outlook

8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.5.1.1. By Value

8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.5.2.1. By Product Type

8.3.5.2.2. By Installation Type

8.3.5.2.3. By End-Use Industry

9. Middle East & Africa Architectural Lighting Market Outlook

9.1. Market Size & Forecast

9.1.1. By Value

9.2. Market Share & Forecast

9.2.1. By Product Type

9.2.2. By Installation Type

9.2.3. By End-Use Industry

9.2.4. By Country

9.3. Middle East & Africa: Country Analysis

9.3.1. Saudi Arabia Architectural Lighting Market Outlook

9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

9.3.1.1.1. By Value

9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

9.3.1.2.1. By Product Type

9.3.1.2.2. By Installation Type

9.3.1.2.3. By End-Use Industry

9.3.2. UAE Architectural Lighting Market Outlook

9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

9.3.2.1.1. By Value

9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

9.3.2.2.1. By Product Type

9.3.2.2.2. By Installation Type

9.3.2.2.3. By End-Use Industry

9.3.3. South Africa Architectural Lighting Market Outlook

9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

9.3.3.1.1. By Value

9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

9.3.3.2.1. By Product Type

9.3.3.2.2. By Installation Type

9.3.3.2.3. By End-Use Industry

10. South America Architectural Lighting Market Outlook

10.1. Market Size & Forecast

10.1.1. By Value

10.2. Market Share & Forecast

10.2.1. By Product Type

10.2.2. By Installation Type

10.2.3. By End-Use Industry

10.2.4. By Country

10.3. South America: Country Analysis

10.3.1. Brazil Architectural Lighting Market Outlook

10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

10.3.1.1.1. By Value

10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

10.3.1.2.1. By Product Type

10.3.1.2.2. By Installation Type

10.3.1.2.3. By End-Use Industry

10.3.2. Colombia Architectural Lighting Market Outlook

10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

10.3.2.1.1. By Value

10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

10.3.2.2.1. By Product Type

10.3.2.2.2. By Installation Type

10.3.2.2.3. By End-Use Industry

10.3.3. Argentina Architectural Lighting Market Outlook

10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

10.3.3.1.1. By Value

10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

10.3.3.2.1. By Product Type

10.3.3.2.2. By Installation Type

10.3.3.2.3. By End-Use Industry

11. Market Dynamics

11.1. Drivers

11.2. Challenges

12. Market Trends & Developments

12.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)

12.2. Product Launches (If Any)

12.3. Recent Developments

13. Global Architectural Lighting Market: SWOT Analysis

14. Porter's Five Forces Analysis

14.1. Competition in the Industry

14.2. Potential of New Entrants

14.3. Power of Suppliers

14.4. Power of Customers

14.5. Threat of Substitute Products

15. Competitive Landscape

15.1. Signify N.V

15.1.1. Business Overview

15.1.2. Products & Services

15.1.3. Recent Developments

15.1.4. Key Personnel

15.1.5. SWOT Analysis

15.2. Acuity Brands, Inc

15.3. Cree Lighting USA LLC

15.4. OSRAM GmbH

15.5. Current Lighting Solutions, LLC

15.6. Zumtobel Group

15.7. Eaton Corporation plc

15.8. Cooper Lighting LLC

15.9. LSI Industries Inc

15.10. Bajaj Electricals Ltd

16. Strategic Recommendations

17. About Us & Disclaimer

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