In this episode, Avi Mor and Lisa Reed chat with Giulio Pedota, IALD, LC, LEED AP,  and Principal at Schuler Shook. Giulio shares his fascinating journey from computer programming in Venezuela to becoming a renowned figure in architectural lighting design. Giulio, Avi and Lisa discuss the unique blend of art and technology required in lighting design. From the irreplaceable expertise of skilled designers vs. software-generated visualizations, to the importance of real-world mock-ups, a collaborative relationship between architects and lighting designers is key to achieving aesthetic and functional goals. Giulio feels a great optimism about the future of the industry, particularly with advancements in LED technology and DALI controls. Tune in to hear insights on the transformative power of lighting design in enriching human experiences within architectural environments. 

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About the show:  

Lighting Matters is hosted by Lisa Reed and Avi Mor. In each episode, we’ll dig deep into the meticulous process of creating lighting design for architecture, showcasing industry leaders who balance artistic creativity with technical precision, and listen as they share their successes and challenges in architectural lighting design.  
 

Resources: 
 
Giulio Pedota LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/in/giulio-pedota-iald-lc-leed-ap-95056b5/ 

Schuler Shook  http://schulershook.com/ 

Gary Steffe Lighting Design  https://www.gsld.net/index.html 

Lighting Matters Podcast Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/company/lighting-matters-podcast/ 

Lighting Matters Podcast YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbLkEKnB8XgSXoeDY0T8t3w 

Lisa Reed  https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-j-reed-b198154/  

Reed Burkett Lighting Design http://www.rbldi.com 

Avraham Mor  https://www.linkedin.com/in/avrahammor/ 

Morlights  https://www.morlights.com/