2 Decades.
2025 marked a celebration of two decades of design—a journey of learning, improvisation, and continual refinement. Working across diverse project types has brought rich experiences and meaningful connections. Nothing but deeply grateful for the journey so far.
Credits
Architects/ Designers/ Collaborators: Punch, GBD, AO, Cult Revival, Urban and Environmental Design, RadLab, Tylor League, Brightview Design Group, Kurani, Annie Usher.
Photo Credits: Scott Strazzante / San Francisco Chronicle / Polaris, Will Pryce, Darren Bradley, Eric Staudenmaier, RMA Architectural Photography
Sound Effects: DRAGON-STUDIO from Pixabay
Last month, our Principal @neha_sivaprasad_light had the pleasure of reviewing student-designed fixtures at the California Lighting Technology Center (UC Davis). @cltc.ucd
Tasked by Professor Jae yong Suk and sponsored by Maltani Lighting, students explored the concept of "well-being" through a stunning range of materials—from rice paper and acrylic to 3D-printed forms. The level of thoughtfulness and technical creativity was nothing short of inspirational.
🏆 Want to meet the winners? Catch them at the @the_iesorg IES26 Conference in Denver!
The magic of Theatre Lighting Design!
Throwback: Behind the scene and 'front of scene' images from a magical production, Milana (March 2025) a collaboration of Kathak, Jazz, Indian Classical Music & Percussion
@labonee_mohanta@thepianojuggler , @rohanrhythm , @abhisekmallickofficial
We love a simple mock-up!
Sometimes the most complex ideas need to be stripped right back to create an effective testing setup.
Testing acrylic samples in different thicknesses, trying various dye loads, adjusting color temperatures, fine-tuning lighting scenes.
Slowing it down to refine materials, lighting, and controls — before the final piece comes together.
Complex ideas. Simple tests.
#mockups #ArtProcess #MaterialStudy #LightingDesign #StudioWork @core_lighting
This past year has been filled with meaningful connections—new collaborations formed and long-standing relationships strengthened.
⭐️From urban lighting interventions to theatre productions and public art, we’ve been grateful to contribute to spaces that shape how people live, gather, and connect.
🎉As we step into 2026, we do so with renewed energy and optimism, excited to continue creating experiences through light.
The light found her face and so she looked away. .
🪞Just the perfect lighting for this gorgeous Italian marble sculpture at our recently completed project- The Gold Mirror, San Francisco!
🪞Stay tuned for more!
@goldmirrorrestaurant@cultrevivalsf@hef.warden
#restaurantdesign #italianrestaurant #sanfranciscofinedining #lightingdesign #sflightingdesign. @csl_lighting@kelvixlighting
