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OUR WHY.

Our why is simple: enrich lives through thoughtful, responsible, and innovative lighting design.

At hlstudios. light is a catalyst for enhancing our daily experiences. The quality of light shapes our surroundings, emotions, well-being, and productivity.

Understanding this, our independent lighting design team is dedicated to informing every stage of your project's journey – from concept to construction – with insights that enhance the authenticity and quality of your spaces.

MEET THE TEAM.

Rio Lakefront Bridge

IES DC Candela Award 2024

Boston Dynamics

IES Boston Illumination Award 2021

Hubbell Lighting Solutions Center

IES Boston Illumination Award 2018

Bell Tower Park

IES Award of Merit, IES DC Candela Award 2022

Church of the Epiphany

IES Award of Merit 2024

CLT Airport Concourse D

IES Award of Merit 2020, IES Charlotte Award 2020

Rio Lakefront

IES Award of Merit
2021, IES DC Candela
Honorable Mention
2021

First Presbyterian Church

IES Award Raleigh Section 2022, ENR Magazine 2023 Best Project, Cultural/Worship

CLT Airport Garage

Edison Award of Merit 2016, IES Award of Merit 2016

Clarendon West

DESIGN Arlington Excellence Award 2024

James B. Beam Companies

2023 IES Award of Merit for Interior Lighting Design and 2023 LIT Lighting Design Awards Winners in Hospitality Lighting Design

CNCPS International

2021 IES Award of Merit

AWARDS.

ANDREA HARTRANFT, FIALD

Principal

DIANE MCNABB RODRIGUEZ

Principal

SHOSHANNA SEGAL

Principal

PAULA ZIEGENBEIN

Principal

SARAH BOYER

Senior Designer

SAMM DUBEY

Designer

DEBRA GILMORE, IALD, MIES

Design & Business Development Collaborator

JESSICA KROMETIS, ASSOCIATE IALD, IES

Senior Designer

CATHERINE LESKOWAT, ASSOCIATE IALD, IES

Senior Designer

NORA LUDDEN

Designer

LEANNA PAPE

Designer

ROB SMITH

Senior Lighting Designer

YUKO TANIGUCHI

Designer

( 谷口優子 )

SHANNA SNOW, IES

Associate | Senior Designer

QUINCY DRANE

Designer

CONTACT US.

Ready to bring your vision to light? Reach out to us today and let's start illuminating possibilities!

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OUR LOCATIONS.

HARTRANFT LIGHTING STUDIOS IS A WOMAN-OWNED (WBE) BUSINESS WITH OFFICES IN

BOSTON, MA

INDIANAPOLIS, IN

NEW YORK, NY

NASHVILLE, TN

WASHINGTON, D.C.

CHARLOTTE, NC

MINNEAPOLIS, MN

RICHMOND, VA

DEDICATION TO ACCESSIBLE EXCELLENCE.

Lighting matters. Everyone deserves access to high-quality lighting in their environment. It's a principle that guides our work, driving us to create designs that uplift and empower. Our commitment extends beyond aesthetics; it encompasses responsibility – to the environment, the health and well-being of occupants, and the vision of the design team.

EMBRACING INNOVATION WITH PURPOSE.

Innovation is at the core of our philosophy. We recognize our responsibility to stay current with technologies and actively anticipate future advancements. By embracing innovation with purpose, we ensure our designs not only meet but exceed expectations, delivering solutions that are sustainable, efficient, and transformative.

CAREERS.

START YOUR CAREER WITH HLS

If you’re interested in joining a dedicated team of architectural lighting and controls design experts who love what they do and bring professionalism, creativity, and technicality to every project, apply today!

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