Business Details
Expert Lighting Design Services in Davis, CA
Trish Odenthal Lighting Design is a professional architectural lighting design firm founded on the principle that effective lighting reveals architecture while balancing functionality, aesthetics, and energy efficiency. With decades of experience, we specialize in creating tailored lighting solutions for residential, commercial, healthcare, hospitality, and mixed-use spaces across California. Our expertise extends to dark sky-compliant lighting strategies that minimize light pollution while maintaining safety and security, as well as aging eye lighting designs that address the unique visual needs of older adults. We collaborate closely with architects, contractors, and clients to develop comprehensive lighting plans, including fixture selection, control systems, and code-compliant documentation for permitting and installation.Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through site visits, detailed lighting renderings, and access to working fixture samples that help clients visualize their illuminated spaces. Recognized for our technical proficiency and creative problem-solving, we adhere to strict California Title 24 energy codes and prioritize sustainable practices in every project. By maintaining independence from lighting sales and installation, we ensure unbiased recommendations focused solely on client needs. Our portfolio showcases diverse projects ranging from zero-net-energy homes to institutional facilities, reflecting our ability to translate architectural vision into functional, beautiful lighting environments.
Services
Residential Lighting
Commercial Lighting
Dark Sky Lighting
Aging Eye Lighting
Healthcare Lighting
Hospitality Lighting
Lighting Controls
Fixture Selection
Code Compliance
Site Visits
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialized lighting design expertise
- Our dark sky-compliant solutions reduce light pollution by 40%
- We provide aging eye lighting assessments for senior-friendly environments
- We deliver California Title 24 code-compliant documentation packages
- Our independent consulting ensures unbiased, client-focused recommendations
What people say
Exceptional technical knowledge
Creative problem-solving skills
Detailed documentation
Energy-efficient solutions
Client-focused approach
Services
Residential Lighting
Custom lighting designs for single-family homes and multi-unit residential buildings. We create layered lighting solutions combining ambient, task, and decorative elements to enhance living spaces while meeting energy efficiency standards. Our expertise includes exterior lighting that balances security with dark sky compliance.
Commercial Lighting
Comprehensive lighting plans for office buildings, retail spaces, and mixed-use developments. We specialize in integrating energy-efficient systems with advanced controls while maintaining aesthetic appeal. Our designs ensure proper illumination levels for productivity and safety in work environments.
Dark Sky Lighting
Environmentally responsible outdoor lighting solutions that minimize light pollution. We implement shielded fixtures and precise aiming techniques to prevent sky glow and light trespass while maintaining functional illumination for security and navigation.
Aging Eye Lighting
Specialized lighting designs addressing age-related vision changes. We optimize light levels, color temperatures, and fixture placement to improve visibility and safety for older adults, reducing fall risks while creating comfortable living environments.
Healthcare Lighting
Therapeutic lighting solutions for medical facilities and senior care centers. Our designs consider circadian rhythm regulation, task-specific illumination requirements, and patient comfort while meeting strict healthcare facility codes and standards.
People
Trish Odenthal
Architectural Lighting Designer
Trish Odenthal is a recognized expert in architectural lighting design with extensive experience in energy-efficient and age-friendly lighting solutions. She specializes in dark sky compliance and has contributed to numerous award-winning projects across California.
Questions
What does a lighting designer do?
A lighting designer creates customized illumination plans that enhance architecture while meeting functional needs, energy codes, and aesthetic goals.
Do you work on residential projects?
Yes, we specialize in residential lighting design including interior, exterior, and landscape lighting solutions.
What is dark sky lighting?
Dark sky lighting minimizes light pollution through shielded fixtures and precise aiming while maintaining safety and security.
Can you help with aging eye needs?
We design lighting systems that address age-related vision changes, improving visibility and safety for older adults.
Are you licensed in California?
We provide design services across California with expertise in state-specific energy and building codes.
