Business Details
32 Years
experience
Expert Lighting Design Services in Wilmette, IL
Founded in 1994, AKLD Lighting Design has established itself as a premier lighting design firm with a global reach. Our team combines deep technical expertise with artistic vision to create lighting solutions that enhance architectural spaces and human well-being. With over 1,750 completed projects across nine countries, we bring a nuanced understanding of light's psychological and physical impact to every project. Our approach prioritizes sustainability, wellness, and innovation, ensuring designs meet both aesthetic and functional goals. As a woman-owned enterprise, we've earned 92 industry awards through our commitment to excellence in architectural lighting and control systems. Our multidisciplinary team collaborates closely with architects and designers to navigate evolving technologies and regulatory requirements.By focusing on value-engineered processes, we deliver customized solutions that align with client visions while maintaining rigorous quality standards. Our expertise spans commercial, residential, healthcare, and cultural sectors, reflecting our adaptability to diverse project needs. With offices in Chicago and Denver, we serve clients nationally and internationally, maintaining a reputation for technical precision and creative excellence. Our leadership in lighting design is evidenced by our team's certifications, including LEED AP, IALD, and EDAC accreditations, which underscore our commitment to industry best practices.
Services
Lighting Analysis
Lighting Layouts
Detail Drawings
Illumination Calculations
Custom Fixture Design
Control System Programming
Lighting Energy Calculations
Cost Estimation
Computer Renderings
Mock-Ups
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in architectural lighting design.
- Our team includes LEED-certified and award-winning designers.
- We focus on sustainable and wellness-oriented lighting solutions.
- We offer customized designs for projects of all scales and budgets.
- We have completed projects in 9 countries across various sectors.
Associations and certifications
- IALD
- IES
- LEED AP
- EDAC
Services
Lighting Analysis
Our lighting analysis evaluates existing conditions and project requirements to develop optimal illumination strategies. We consider architectural features, functional needs, and human factors to create balanced lighting environments. This foundational service ensures all subsequent design decisions align with project goals while meeting energy efficiency standards.
Custom Fixture Design
We create bespoke lighting fixtures tailored to specific architectural contexts and aesthetic visions. Our designs integrate technical performance with artistic expression, ensuring unique solutions that enhance spatial character. This service combines craftsmanship with advanced engineering to deliver lighting elements that become architectural features themselves.
Control System Programming
Our control system programming optimizes lighting functionality through automated and manual control strategies. We implement energy-efficient solutions that adapt to occupancy patterns and daylight conditions while maintaining design intent. This service ensures seamless integration with building management systems for enhanced operational efficiency.
Illumination Calculations
We perform precise illumination calculations to determine optimal light levels for various applications. Using advanced software, we simulate lighting performance to ensure compliance with industry standards and project-specific requirements. This technical service guarantees both visual comfort and energy efficiency across all project phases.
Computer Renderings
Our computer renderings provide photorealistic visualizations of proposed lighting designs. This service allows clients to experience lighting effects before implementation, ensuring alignment with architectural intent. We use cutting-edge software to demonstrate how light will interact with materials and spatial volumes.
People
Anne Kustner Haser
President and Design Principal
Founder of AKLD with Fine Art and Interior Design degrees, Anne has over 30 years of experience in architectural lighting. She has led the firm to win 92 industry awards and complete 1,600+ projects globally.
Lisa Bartlett
Lighting Director, Mountain West
Award-winning designer with 20+ years of experience creating wellness-focused lighting solutions. Certified in architecture, interior design, and EDAC, she bridges research and design to enhance human health through light.
Laura Romn
Senior Lighting Designer
With 26 years of experience and architectural training, Laura specializes in sustainable lighting solutions. Fluent in three languages, she brings international expertise to projects across North and South America.
Jeremy Pivnick
Senior Lighting Designer
Theatre and healthcare lighting specialist with 20+ years of experience. WELL Building Standard accredited professional known for cross-disciplinary approaches that combine emotional impact with functional design requirements.
Fernanda Blackaller
Project Manager
Industrial designer with postgraduate lighting expertise, bringing five years of hospitality and residential lighting experience. Focuses on creating comfortable environments through strategic lighting applications.
Questions
What services does AKLD Lighting Design offer?
We provide comprehensive lighting solutions including analysis, custom fixture design, control systems, illumination calculations, and computer renderings for architectural projects.
How long has AKLD been in business?
AKLD has been designing lighting solutions since 1994, with over 1,750 completed projects across nine countries.
What makes AKLD's approach unique?
We combine artistic vision with technical expertise, focusing on light's impact on human well-being while maintaining sustainability and energy efficiency.
Which industries do you serve?
We work across commercial, residential, healthcare, educational, cultural, and hospitality sectors with global experience.
