As it is not possible to influence the shape and size of CFLs in the framework of ELI activities, an effort will be made to communicate with luminaire designers and producers. The aim is to increase awareness about CFL market trends, so that the designers and producers take into account the CFL compatibility of their products. Planned activities are:

• A competition for laminar design among students and professionals, designing CFL friendly luminaries.
  
• Direct mailing to luminaire producers providing them with information about recent trends in CFL penetration, ELI activities accelerating the development of the CFL market and the designers competition.

Luminaire producers have been invited to cooperate in the design competition. Producers took part in evaluating the designs. Through the cooperation with luminaire producers there will be a greater chance of producing and marketing the winning designs. Besides increasing the awareness of designers and producers, both activities should highlight possible issues for PR articles focused on informing the public about luminaire design and lighting in households

Around 50 entries were received both from professional designers and students. The competition criteria included innovative design, low production costs, convenient handling and harmony of materials used. The jury consisted of the top Czech designers and architects. A special board of technical advisors including representatives of luminaire manufacturers ensured the producibility of the designs.