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Michael John Smith

LIGHTING DESIGNER

Michael John Smith explains that the great 20th century architects inspired him to found his specialist lighting practice on “integration, composition, proportion and scale.” Most of all, he says, visual comfort is the one common denominator in all of his work. “When the eye is comfortable, the spirit is free to soar,” he believes.

Lighting designer Smith’s work goes beyond the mere provision of light, beyond fulfilling requirements of energy codes, safety and task. He strives to create layers of harmony in light and shadow to, in turn, create the appropriate lighting environment.

In 1982, Smith established MJS Lighting Consultants (www.mjslight.com), becoming Houston’s first independent lighting consultancy. His credentials include FAIA (Fellow of American Institute of Architects), IES (Illuminating Engineering Society) and IALD (International Association of Lighting Designers). He has consulted on more than 900 projects in the United States, Mexico, Europe and the Middle East, always maximizing the use of the latest technology while minimizing energy consumption.

Smith’s work has received many honors from AIA and IES, and he has shared his knowledge as a speaker, in published articles and as a guest lecturer and juror at major colleges and universities. He has worked on several of Bill Stubbs’ projects, including Stubbs’ own town house.

 
 
 
 
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