Reed Burkett Lighting Design

?? Welcoming New Talent to RBLD's St. Louis Studio! ??? We’re thrilled to introduce four incredible new RBLD team members! Each brings a unique background and a shared passion for advancing the art and science of lighting design. In case you haven't met them yet, here they are:? ?? Allison Todd – After joining RBLD in June, Allison dove right into our design projects! She holds an architecture degree from Washington University in St. Louis, and her thoughtful approach to design has been a valuable asset to our team. We’re excited to see her develop her career in lighting.? ??Emily Schell – Emily came on board in October as our BIM Manager and is already making a huge impact. With her expertise in Revit, AutoCAD, and lighting calculations, she’s streamlined processes and boosted our technical capabilities, helping us elevate our project deliverables.? ?? Abbigale Esker – A freshman in college with plans to pursue interior design, Abbigale serves as the personal assistant to our CEO and consistently impresses us with her creativity and insights. Her passion for design is evident, and we have no doubt she’ll go far in the industry!? ?? Nancy Reed – Nancy has had a remarkable career as a bookkeeper plus experience as an entrepreneur. Now she’s applying her skills at RBLD, managing A/P and certifications while keeping our books in order. Her experience is invaluable to our daily operations.? Join us in welcoming Allison, Emily, Abbigale, and Nancy to the team! #Lighting #TeamRBLD #LightingDesign #NewTalent #StLouisStudio #Hiring

We are excited and honored to be working alongside Washington University in St. Louis on such a transformative project! Designed to be a resource for the student population and a gathering space for WU alumni and donors, this building will support the University’s dedication to challenging its faculty and students to seek new knowledge and greater understanding of an every-changing, multicultural world.?

The excitement is building ?? Check out what's been happening at Powell Hall over the past few weeks. Also, read about what SLSO musicians Bjorn and Chris most look forward to in this renovated space > https://lnkd.in/gp292JaA

?? Happy Birthday to Our Principal and Lighting Mentor, Randy Burkett! ?? Today we celebrate the birthday of a leader whose dedication and artistry continue to light the way for Reed Burkett Lighting Design. Randy’s passion for excellence, innovation, and mentorship has shaped our team, our projects, and the entire industry. Thank you, Randy, for inspiring us daily with your creativity, integrity, and commitment to making spaces truly remarkable. Wishing you a fantastic year ahead filled with joy, success, and, of course, beautifully illuminated moments! Happy Birthday, Randy! ?? #HappyBirthday #LightingDesign #Leadership #TeamRBLD

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??Big News: Aurora Lighting Design Joins Reed Burkett Lighting Design - Illuminating New Paths for Growth! We are very excited to announce that Chicago-based Aurora Lighting Design, Inc. (ALD) has joined Reed Burkett Lighting Design (RBLD), combining expertise, creativity, and resources to better serve clients across the globe. As distinguished Women-Owned Business Enterprises (WBE), both firms value collaboration and share a focus on delivering the highest quality lighting design solutions. ? "Bringing ALD under the RBLD umbrella marks an exciting milestone for us," stated Lisa J. Reed, Principal & CEO of RBLD. "Their unique expertise, innovative methods, and dedication to sustainable design resonate with our growth vision. This collaboration broadens our impact while maintaining our commitment to delivering the creative, client-centered solutions." “Through the past 30 years, RBLD has built lasting relationships with some of Chicago’s leading design practices. Joining forces with ALD enhances our collaborations in the city and our commitment to exceptional service,” said Randy Burkett, Principal. "We look forward to the meaningful projects ahead." ? ALD, founded by Leslie M. North in 2005, has earned an admirable reputation as a leading force in lighting design. Their thoughtful approach blends technical knowledge with a deep understanding of the emotional tone each project requires, be it a nurturing healthcare environment or a dynamic corporate office. This creative vision complements RBLD’s robust portfolio of cultural, commercial, outdoor environment, higher education, and retail projects, strengthening our collective leadership in the lighting design industry.? ? "We’re extremely excited to join forces with RBLD, bringing clients the benefits of our combined strengths," said Leslie. "With enhanced resources and shared expertise, we’ll deliver even more impactful and inspirational designs that address project constraints.” ? Aurora Lighting Design, an RBLD Studio, will retain its Chicago, IL office under the leadership of Carla R. Bukalski, Principal, Strategy & Operations. Leslie will remain integral to the company as Principal, leveraging her expertise on key projects while Carla directs the design studio and oversees daily business. This expansion advances RBLD’s growing Midwestern presence and commitment to delivering exceptional, sustainable lighting design and client service. ? “Having a Chicago office reinforces our dedication to our Midwestern heritage, amplifying the values that define the region, including integrity, trust, and hard work,” said Carla, a career Chicagoan. Lisa, Leslie, and Carla met early in their careers, when Carla worked with Leslie and introduced her to Lisa. Since then, these women have fostered a unique bond through their professional collaboration; becoming a team at RBLD is a dream come true! #Lighting #LightingDesign #MidwestDesign #ArchitecturalLighting #AEC #CommercialLighting?#WBE

? Revealing Beauty Through Light: Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis Receives IALD Award! ?? RBLD is proud to share that our lighting design for the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis, home to the largest collection of mosaic tiles in the Western world, has received an IALD Award of Merit! This project has been a journey of discovery, restoring unseen beauty and creating much-needed functional illumination within this century-old masterpiece. To bring our “Celestial Mosaic” lighting vision to life, we conducted technical surveys during varied events and times of day, studying the Basilica’s colors, reflectances and viewpoints. Through early engagement, we crafted renderings and design boards to aid fundraising, ensuring this vision had robust community support. Introducing light sources from multiple angles allowed us to enhance the depth and texture of both polished and matte tiles, while precise illumination of marble statues draws visitors’ eyes to elements that reveal the Cathedral’s story and rich history. Key features like a custom armature assembly at the apex of the dome and carefully placed luminaires make millions of mosaic tiles visible in extraordinary color and detail. The new lighting in seating areas increased levels by nearly 300%, all while reducing energy consumption by 80%. The Cathedral Basilica now stands as an illuminated testament to its artistic and architectural heritage, offering parishioners and visitors an inspiring space that harmonizes beauty with functionality. Congratulations to designers Randy Burkett, FIALD, FIES, LC, Susan Jennings, Associate IALD, Carly Hofstetter, Steve Rohde, Ron Kurtz, IALD, LEED AP, MIES(formerly of RBLD)! #Lighting #LightingDesign #LightingDesigners #IALD #IALDAwards #RBLD #CelestialMosaic #HistoricRestoration #StLouis #ArchitecturalLighting #CathedralBasilica #ByzantineArchitecture #MosaicIllumination

Enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the resplendent Cathedral Basilica in this video interview with our own Randy Burkett, FIALD, FIES, LC. RBLD is proud to represent #STLmade projects on an international stage like we did last weekend at Enlighten Americas! The International Association of Lighting Designers gathered lighting designers - both from North America and from across oceans - to celebrate all the best aspects of our industry. It’s exciting when one of those celebrated “bests” is a St. Louis gem… #lighting #lightingdesign #churchlighting #artlighting #mosaiclighting #sacredspaces #RBLD #IALD #EnlightenAmericas2024 #SanDiego #StLouis #STL

?? Carving Out Conversations ?? Earlier this month, we traded laptops for carving tools and creativity for collaboration at RBLD’s first-ever Carving Out Conversations event! ???? Our team came together for some fun team-building, welcoming new members to the fold while creating some seriously impressive (and spooky) Jack-o-Lantern masterpieces! ???? Not only did we show off our impressive pumpkin-carving skills, we also got the chance to carve out time for some great conversations—building relationships and brightening up the office with a little Halloween spirit. ??? Huge thanks to everyone who participated and brought their creative A-game! Our office has never looked more festive (or spooky) ????? Lisa J. Reed, Carla Bukalski, MBA, PE, LC, LEED AP, Randy Burkett, FIALD, FIES, LC, Vickie Hayden, Dominick Ehling, Carly Hofstetter, Susan Jennings, Associate IALD, Emily Schell, Allison Todd, Abbigale Esker #TeamBuilding #HalloweenFun #RBLD #OfficeCulture #NewTeamMembers #PumpkinCarving #SpookySeason #Lighting #LightingDesigner