Stephen
W. Lees, FIALD, IESNA, LC,
LEED®AP
Executive Vice President, COO
Stephen Lees is a Senior Design Principal with broad experience in all project types. Mr. Lees spearheads the firm's projects which require integration of daylight or analysis of energy management strategies and environmental impact. He has developed the firm's computerized analysis capabilities which support the overall lighting design process. Mr. Lees also acts as director of human resources and oversees the development of educational and technical programs which ensure high design standards. In addition, he manages the firm's overall operations and financial matters.
Background
Mr. Lees was born in Ithaca, New York. During his years at the University
of Connecticut, he concentrated on technical aspects of theater to provide
a strong base for his major area of interest - scenic and lighting design.
Mr. Lees' experience prior to joining the firm includes lighting several
productions funded by the Shubert Foundation, and designing lighting for
the Conservatory Balls at the New York Botanical Garden in the Spring
of 1975, 1977, and 1978. In addition, he served as Resident Designer and
Technical Director at the Lenox Arts Center. His theatrical background
enables him to manipulate the abstract world of conceptualization and
design. This ability, coupled with his technical knowledge, allows him
to conceive and develop dynamic and efficient designs. Since joining the
firm in 1976, Mr. Lees has been responsible for the lighting design and
management of many large scale projects: corporate office complexes, building
exteriors, urban streets and parks, multi-use arenas, airports, sports
facilities, environmental impact studies and projects which have incorporated
daylighting.
Education
University of Connecticut, B.F.A. Dramatic Arts
Professional
Affiliations
Mr. Lees is a Fellow of the International Association of Lighting Designers
(IALD) and is a LEED Accredited Professional by the United States Green
Building Council (USGBC). He is also a member of the Illuminating
Engineering Society of North America (IESNA) and has served on the juries
of the IALD Awards Program and the IES Lumen Awards. Mr. Lees has
taught at Pratt Institute and Columbia University. In addition,
he is one of the founders of the National Council on Qualifications for
the Lighting Professions (NCQLP) and has earned their "Lighting Certification"
credential in the nation's most recognized lighting certification program.
Awards
- IALD Award of Excellence: McCarran International Airport, Las Vegas, Nevada
- IALD Citation: Foley Square Federal Office Building, New York, New York
- IALD Citation: Fischer Francis Trees & Watts, New York, New York
- IES/IIDA EPRI Award of Excellence: Washington National Airport, Washington, DC
- IESNY Section Lumen EPRI Award: Washington National Airport, Washington, DC
- IESNY Section Lumen Citation: MetLife Tower, New York, New York
- IES/IIDA Award of Merit: Foley Square Federal Office Building, New York, New York
- IES/IIDA Citation Dakota Jackson Showroom: Los Angeles, California
- Chicago Lighting Institute Award of Merit: Amoco Tower, Chicago, Illinois
