10 Questions To Ask When Hiring A Lighting Design Firm

1. What is your experience in lighting design, and can you provide examples of past projects or testimonials?

2. What professional affiliations does your firm belong to?

3. How do you approach the creative process of designing lighting schemes and can you give an example of a creative design that your firm has done recently?

4. Can you explain your process for collaborating with interior designers, architects, contractors, and other professionals involved in the project?

5. What lighting technologies and trends are part of your core competence and how do you stay updated with industry advancements?

6. Is your firm up to date on all building codes and lighting regulations to ensure this project adheres to them?

7. Do you have experience with energy-efficient lighting solutions, and can you provide examples of projects where you implemented sustainable designs?

8. What is your project management approach, including budget management and timeline adherence?

9. How do you handle unexpected challenges during the design or implementation phase?

10. What is your preferred method of communication and collaboration with clients throughout the project?

Frank Grobmeier has over 30 years of product management and marketing experience with lighting manufacturers including decades in general lighting and specialty lighting with traditional and LED sources. He currently serves as on the Fanlight / Naturaled marketing management team and resides in the Chicago area.