About
Elegant | Dramatic | Efficient
Lighting solutions for all projects, simple or design intensive
I'm a California based, independent architectural lighting designer who values the
spirit of collaboration & open communication
When I am involved early in the design process, I can help design lighting
that is thoughtfully integrated and concealed
I work with architects, interior designers, electricians,
builders, developers, landscape architects and electrical engineers
I light homes, offices, hotels, restaurants, landscapes, art galleries & collections,
cannabis dispensaries, wellness centers, places of worship and retail stores & boutiques
Philosophy
I aim to
Understand the essence of the design and make the most of it with light and shadow
Amplify the architectural and the material assets of the design
Reinforce the design vision without drawing attention to the light source or luminaire
Light is dynamic
Light can reveal and transform
Light can direct the eye
Light can calm, can protect
Light can encourage intimacy and elicit emotion
Light can bring a sense of peace
I believe darkness is a luxury
Services
Lighting for ambience
Lighting to host and entertain
Lighting that flatters people
Lighting for work
Lighting to relax
Full service architectural lighting design for
residential, hospitality, commercial, community spaces and landscapes
Architectural Lighting Design
Clean, detailed, legible RCPs
Drafting with AutoCAD
Calculations with AGi32
Mockups
Detail development
Lighting control & dimming systems
Motorized shading systems
Specifications
Lighting schedules
Custom luminaire design
Visualization
SketchUp
Digital photo markups
Hand sketching
Focusing
Aim, lens and louver directional lighting
Punch list detailing outstanding lighting issues
Set and save preset lighting scenes for day and night
Reviews
Aleka, Oakland, California
We knew that lighting was going to be important to our remodel, but Nelson's contribution to the final results was truly transformative Full Houzz review
Cheryl, Reno, Neveda
Lighting Design is an elegant art form and Nelson Reeds has delivered exceptional and inspiring results on each interior design project collaboration Full Houzz review
Christy, Orinda, California
He quickly and fearlessly jumped into a complex project that was underway, and from the first phone call put me at ease that we could achieve what I was hoping for. Nelson is a great listener, asking me questions about Full Houzz review
Balzer + Tuck, Saratoga Springs, New York
Our projects are always made better through his collaborative effort. I will highly recommend his services to anyone who appreciates design Full Houzz review
Lighting Solutions, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
I own a lighting design firm in Calgary. Nelson provided lighting design assistance for a few projects I had on the go during the short time he lived here.I couldn't recommend him more if you are considering a lighting design expert Full Houzz review
Work
Sketches
