Spireworks has been selected as an Honoree for Best Visual Design - Aesthetic in the 29th Annual Webby Awards. Recognized as the “Internet’s highest honor” by The New York Times, The Webby Awards celebrate innovation and excellence on the Internet, with nearly 13,000 entries received from over 70 countries.
Spireworks is an interactive digital platform that transforms architectural lighting into a live, participatory experience. Designed with a focus on aesthetics and accessibility, Spireworks allows users to engage with iconic city skylines in real time. This recognition highlights L+R’s dedication to merging design and technology in groundbreaking ways.
Spireworks has powered over 500 special lighting events, facilitated 19 million lighting interactions, and supported more than 75 causes. It has been featured in The Wall Street Journal and was a Red Dot Design Award winner for Spatial Communication.
The application also acts as an exclusive amenity for The Durst Organization’s commercial and residential tenants. Spireworks allows 40,000 users to control the architectural lighting of some of New York’s most iconic skyscrapers. The platform has powered 19 million lighting interactions, supported 75+ causes, and facilitated over 500 special lighting events—blending civic engagement, social activism, and cutting-edge digital placemaking.
L+R designed and developed the Spireworks app, backend administration platform, and online brand identity, leveraging technology-enabled design, UX/UI innovation, and Flutter, iOS, and Android mobile development. The platform has also been a driver of strategic partnerships, including collaborations with Mr. Beast, The New School University, and more, expanding its impact across industries.
