LightWire

Specialties

LightWire is a diverse group of lighting designers joined together under the belief that lighting arts must be approached from a perspective including both technical knowledge and aesthetic insight. We firmly believe that form follows function and approach design from an understanding of desired lighting effect and quality bringing us to selection of lighting instruments as a secondary activity. Because we recognize that human perception is as important to design success as numerical standards, we design lighting systems that compliment their architectural settings while meeting accepted industry guidelines.

We strive to provide services that are valuable and affordable to a variety of clients over a wide range of architectural project types. Our work process is flexible to fit our services to clients’ needs, utilizing methods ranging from informal sketching to state-​of-​the-​art digital prediction and analysis tools.

To maintain an unparalleled level of quality in our work, we continually monitor and refine our processes to ensure clear, reliable documentation. Good documentation alone, however, is not enough. Experience shows that the best lighting installations result from open, collaborative efforts amongst space designers, lighting designers, builders, and owners. Our upbeat and responsive attitude facilitates these efforts.

We actively seek collaborators. Our client base is made up of people who understand that effective architecture results from stimulating, produc

History

Established in 2001.

LightWire started in April of 2001. We are an independent group of lighting designers that consult to architects, interior designers, municipalities, building owners, and individuals.

Meet the Business Owner

Susan R.

Business Owner

Susan has an architectural engineering background and over 25 years of experience in lighting design. Her skill in engineering allows her to produce designs that enhance architectural spaces through energy efficient technology. Dedication to the craft of lighting design and the skill of consulting with other designers has created numerous successful designs in a wide range of project types.