Since its inception in 2019, the Head Hi Lamp Show has become a global platform for collective imagination, participation, and experimentation with light, design, and materials now occurring biennially (every two years) and organized by Head Hi founders—curator Alexandra Hodkowski and artist Alvaro Alcocer.
The sixth edition of the Head Hi, which received hundreds of international submissions in its open call, took place at BOOM at The Standard, High Line —a legendary cultural site and part of New York City’s late-night lore—from May 8-9, 2026. Keeping true to the organization’s ability to showcase newness in their experiential programs, Alexandra and Alvaro carefully selected the BOOM for the exhibition’s setting including a backdrop of New York City like no other. The show kicked off with a lively opening the evening of Friday, May 8, 7-11pm which featured music by Head Hi friends, musicians and DJs that and carried into the next day
We are now continuing to celebrate our universal relationship to light, design and creative expression throughout the month of May 2026 at Head Hi where the lamps available for sale will be on display on rotation. Stop by to browse and shop and see virtual gallery below.
Browse and Shop the Lamps
The selection of this year's lamps embraces a diverse range of backgrounds, skill levels, concepts, and materials, with lamps available for sale from international designers at various price points.
List of Participants
For the first time ever, Alexandra and Alvaro invited a curatorial collaborator, founder of design gallery Superhouse Stephen Markos, to participate in the selection. Markos is known for advancing the work of designers such as Dan Friedman and Wendy Maruyama, alongside a broader program focused on materially driven practices across art, craft, and design.
Adam Clifford (New York, NY)
Alexandra Rodriguez and Esteban Chacon (Quebradillas, Puerto Rico and San Jose, Costa Rica)
Alicia Tam Wei and Joey Zeledon (New York, NY)
Andrew Laska (New York, NY) Ashley Palmer (New York, NY)
Austin Clay Willis (New York, NY)
Axel Peemoeller, New Studio (New York, NY)
Bill Carroll (New York, NY)
Cass Carl (New York, NY)
Clement Heyraud (Montreal, Canada)
Danielle Stolz (Chicago, IL)
David Ruperti (New York, NY)
Derek Cuellar (New York, NY)
Ember Hua and Dong Longyue (New York, NY)
Emilia Schonthal (New York, NY)
Fenna Kosfeld (Barcelona, Spain & Frankfurt, Germany)
Fuller/Overby (New York, NY)
Gregory Dzurita (New York, NY)
Hawa Al-Najjar (New York, NY)
Jake Coan (Copake, NY)
John Gnorski, represented by Studio AHEAD (San Francisco, CA)
Josh Owen (Rochester, NY)
Jun Ong (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia)
Kyle Daniels (Oakland, CA)
LOT-EK (New York, NY)
Mathilde Piel (Paris, France)
Matyáš Barák (Prague, Czechia)
Max Chen (New York, NY)
MMOOS. (Turin, Italy)
Narawit Christopher Gale, Kidtofer (New York, NY)
outgoing (New York, NY)
Studio Atomic (New York, NY)
Studio S II (New York, NY)
Suna Bonometti (New York, NY)
Suraj Barthy (New York, NY)
Yuxuan Huang (New York, NY)
Schedule
Stay tuned for more updates on programs and music.
Friday, May 8, 7-11pm
Opening Celebration
Join us to celebrate this year's exhibition high above Manhattan with music by special guests throughout the night! Delicious drinks for sale at the bar. Music by Jackson & Fiction 7-9pm, Sasha Crush & M:sco Disco 9-11pm. RSVP required.
Update: We received an outstanding response to attend the opening and are now at capacity for Friday night. Please join us on Saturday!
Saturday, May 9, 12-10pm
Exhibition On View
Come view and shop the lamps. Enjoy music and drinks for sale at the bar. Music by African Violet Roots 2-4pm, Vikmatic 4-6pm, Ella Hussle & Mo Yasin 6-8pm, and Disgonuts 8-10pm. RSVP required.
Saturday, May 9, 2pm
Head Hi Lamp Show Tour ($25)
Want to get wired in about this year's lamps? Register for a tour of the 2026 Head Hi Lamp Show with the organizers and founders of Head Hi and the lamp designers.
Monday, May 18
Virtual Gallery Goes Live
Didn't make it to see the show, check out and purchase the lamps online starting just after the exhibition until October 2026.
Location
BOOM at The Standard, High Line, 442 W 13th St, 18th Floor
This year the Head Hi Lamp Show is located at a special offsite location BOOM at The Standard, High Line. Perched high above Manhattan with sweeping skyline views, the space is an intimate, golden-hued venue designed for unforgettable moments. Known for its dramatic sunsets and after-dark allure, the space has long been part of New York City’s late-night and cultural lore, hosting an array of high-profile afterparties and creative industry gatherings, including those tied to fashion’s biggest nights. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame panoramic views of the Hudson River and beyond, while the warm, luminous interiors create an atmosphere that feels both elevated and electric. A coveted setting for private events and cultural moments alike, Boom delivers a striking, larger-than-life experience in the sky.
About Head Hi
Head Hi is an organization dedicated to art and design specializing in publications and cultural programming with an espresso bar located in Fort Greene, by the Brooklyn Navy Yard. With a focus on publications and cultural programming, it houses an espresso bar and offers a curated rotating selection of global publications. Working with local and international artists, designers, publishers, community members and organizations in various fields, Head Hi is a space for exploration and interaction that hosts talks, book launches, art shows, music performances and other events.
2026 Head Hi Lamp Show in the Press (click each to read):
Past editions of the Head Hi Lamp Show in the Press (click each to read):
