Tillett Lighting Design Associates

Tillett Lighting Design Associates Inc. crafts highly nuanced lighting programs. Founded in 1983, it has a reputation for artistry, technical innovation and functionality. Founder/Principal Linnaea Tillett holds a doctorate in environmental psychology. Her innovative approach incorporates a thorough understanding of the perceptual, behavioral and psychological effects of light. She has extensive experience in lighting landscape, infrastructure, architecture, public art, interiors and art collections. Tillett Lighting Design has collaborated with leading architects and landscape architects—including Maya Lin, Michael Van Valkenburgh, Toshiko Mori, Nelson Byrd Woltz, Diller Scofidio + Renfro, Civitas, Leeser Architecture, Olin Studio, Quennell Rothschild — as well as artists Kiki Smith and Paula Hayes. Ms. Tillett carefully selects each commission. Her staff provides a high level of service and close attention to detail. Comprehensive and up-to-date technical knowledge is seamlessly merged with sophisticated aesthetic values. Careful consideration is paid not only to the visual environment, but to the emotional texture of the space as well. The firm is certified as a Women-Owned Business Enterprise in New York State.