VIDEO: Lighting as a design tool

Salas O’Brien experts, Ion Luh, Steve Duff, and Pedro Colicchio, explain why lighting should start with architecture and how it shapes experience, mood, and performance.

Contributors

Ion Luh, M.Sc, IALD

Ion Luh’s lighting design experience bridges the demanding application in pharmaceutical research facilities to dramatic lighting for the theatrical experience of audiences in major concert halls. Recipient of numerous international design awards, Ion speaks at various design conferences globally. Ion serves as a VIce President at Salas O’Brien. Contact her at [email protected].

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Steven Duff, ASSOCIATE IALD, LC, MIES

Steven is a highly skilled Senior Lighting Designer with extensive
experience across various industries, including healthcare, education,
commercial centres, and performing arts. He’s played an integral role
in shaping the lighting design for landmark projects like the Royal
Columbian Hospital and Sanofi Pasteur facility. He blends technical
proficiency with artistic vision so each project not only meets functional
requirements but also enhances the atmosphere and user experience.

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Pedro Colicchio B.ARCH., LC

Pedro is a seasoned Senior Lighting Designer whose passion for
lighting design is reflected in the breadth and quality of his work. He
brings extensive experience across industries such as education,
healthcare, and performing arts. Notably, he’s worked on the University
of Michigan’s Weiser Hall, the Peterborough Hospital Learning Centre,
and the Lubbock Performing Arts Center (Buddy Holly Hall), a landmark
venue for music and theatre in Texas.

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Lighting