About L+ARC

ARCHITECTURAL LIGHTING DESIGN

L+ARC stands as an independent architectural lighting design consultancy, dedicated to serving a diverse range of project types. Our unique approach integrates both architectural and immersive lighting, offering comprehensive and bespoke solutions.

Our designs are characterized by their beauty, thoughtfulness, and meticulous attention to detail. We are committed to promoting environmental responsibility, ensuring that our lighting solutions not only enhance spaces but also minimize their ecological impact.

OUR HUMAN-FIRST DESIGN APPROACH

We go beyond the technical aspects of lighting design. We place human experiences at the heart of our work, and through attentive listening and purposeful decisions, we create spaces that resonate with people, cater to their needs, and stand the test of time.

Our commitment goes beyond being intentional designers; we also act as advocates. We stand beside our clients, the space users, and our collaborators, actively championing their interests throughout the design process. This collaborative and thoughtful approach to design reflects our dedication to creating spaces that enrich lives.

OUR SUSTAINABILITY FOCUS

At L+ARC, advocacy for environmental responsibility is at the core of our mission. We wholeheartedly embrace the challenge of driving the entire industry towards greater sustainability and meeting essential environmental goals, not only within the lighting sector but also across other trades.

Architects are the gatekeeper to the future of our built environment. The conversations had and decisions made have social, environmental, cultural, and emotional impacts for decades to come, and we aim to be part of that process.

We are committed to the responsible supply of materials and encourage transparency in sourcing and manufacturing.

L+ARC TEAM

Dianna and Bobby's journey to founding L+ARC Lighting Design began during their master's program in lighting design, where they first crossed paths and recognized the power of their complementary skill sets and diverse backgrounds. Their shared passion for lighting design, along with their unique strengths, led them to realize that together, they could create a well-rounded and innovative studio. They identified a need for access to this expertise in the southeast region and are based in Knoxville, Tennessee and Greenville, South Carolina.

Bobby Bradley

Bobby is a lighting designer for architecture, live entertainment, and exhibitions based out of Brevard, NC in Western North Carolina. He holds a Masters in Lighting Design from The New York School of Interior Design and a BFA in Theatrical Design from Baylor University.

  • Prior to starting L+ARC Bobby spent 15 years working in the entertainment industry in New York City for various companies as a lighting designer, projector manager and scenic & projection designer. Selected projects include work for NYC Fashion Week, trade show design, broadcast TV, Off Broadway Theater, large scale marketing activations, and Expo Dubai 2020.

    He is passionate about the design of immersive lighting and lighting control experiences to include facades, interactive environments, and public spaces. In addition, Bobby is an experienced lighting and video server controls programmer and adept at creating 3D pre-visualizations of lighting environments. He strives to bring his many years of knowledge and expertise in the fast paced and dynamic world of entertainment lighting to the architectural design community.

Dianna Osickey | AIA + LC + Associate iald

Dianna is a seasoned architect with a decade of experience in the lighting industry, operating in the scenic landscapes of East Tennessee.

  • Her academic journey began at the University of Tennessee, where her talent earned her the prestigious top design award for her outstanding 5th-year thesis work. Continuing her pursuit of excellence, she furthered her education with a Master's degree in Lighting Design from The New York School of Interior Design, solidifying her expertise in crafting captivating and innovative lighting solutions.

    After working in an architectural firm and receiving her license, she followed an opportunity with SESCO Lighting and has been collaborating on specification and design on projects ranging from high detailed residential cabin to exceptionally large university projects and parkscapes. Each project has it’s own set of design, code, site specific, and cultural challenges.

    She enjoys abstract thinking and utilizing light as a storytelling tool to enhance the built environment. Supporting the design community has been a career long practice in her leadership with AIA East Tennessee, first as a board member and finally, as Chapter President in 2020.

PORTER DOSSETT

Porter is a recent graduate from the University of Tennessee’s College of Architecture.  Throughout his academic trajectory, he keenly acknowledged the pivotal role that lighting plays in shaping architecture and is looking forward to crafting well lit spaces. 

  • “We hired L+ARC Lighting Design on a challenging project to design electric vehicle charging equipment. The designs had to support complex, emerging technologies while capturing our brand and standing out visually. Dianna and Bobby were great to work with. They really dove into the problem and took complete responsibility for developing a solution we all loved. They are rigorous, creative, responsive, and professional. We highly recommend them.”

    SARA MARTIN, AIA | ARCHITECT & DESIGN ADVOCATE | ATOM POWER

  • “L+ARC’s expertise in lighting design, fixture selection and control systems has made them a valuable addition to our team. Collaborating with L+ARC has resulted in a truly elevated design for our resort-spa project.”

    WHITNEY MANAHAN, AIA | ARCHITECT | BURWIL CONSTRUCTION CO.

  • L+ARC simplified the entire process; rendered perspectives and detailed specifications were provided, along with a nighttime mock-up of the proposed solution. The result is a perfectly executed lighting installation that creates a sense of awe and delight. What once was a dark and dreary building at night is once again a gorgeous beacon for the community. Enlisting the team at L+ARC was the smart move for this project, and we won’t hesitate to bring them onto future projects. 

    ETHIEL GARLINGTON | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | HISTORIC MACON FOUNDATION

  • MISSION

    To support owners and design teams by designing lighting systems for environments that support the biological, artistic, and sustainable needs of the occupants.

  • VISION

    A world where lighting design positively effects all humans in the built environments + challenging to industry as a whole to become more responsible to meeting sustainability goals in other trades.

  • VALUES

    To understand the needs of the users and provide the best thoughtful long-term decisions for our clients.

    To educate the general public on the importance of keeping the night sky dark.