HLB Lighting Design announces merger with CS Design
(USA & Canada) – HLB Lighting Design has announced a merger with Montreal-based lighting design firm, CS Design.
The merger supports HLB’s strategic planning efforts to expand its global footprint while providing clients with exceptional service, cutting-edge design, and a comprehensive range of lighting solutions. The CS Design team will now operate as part of the HLB Lighting Design brand, marking a significant step in the firm’s expansion, and enhancing its capability to serve clients worldwide. The combined strength of both teams will continue to drive the firm’s leadership in architectural lighting design.
Carrie Hawley, Senior Principal and CEO of HLB, says: “This merger is a thrilling opportunity to further our mission of positively impacting lives around the world through light.
“CS Design has an exceptional track record of delivering remarkable projects, and together, we will continue to provide the most transformative client experience in the industry. We look forward to expanding our presence throughout the North American continent, and this merger represents a key step in strengthening our support of clients across Canada.”
Founded in 2008, CS Design has gained recognition for its innovative and award-winning project work. With expertise spanning a wide range of sectors – from high-end residential to institutional and commercial buildings, as well as urban design and exterior illumination – CS Design has built a distinguished portfolio that aligns seamlessly with HLB’s commitment to delivering world-class lighting solutions.
CS Design’s founder, Conor Sampson, a registered architect and seasoned lighting designer, will become a Principal at HLB Lighting Design. A respected educator, he is an Adjunct Professor teaching lighting design at McGill University and serves as the Canadian Liaison to the International Standards Organisation (ISO) Technical Committee 274.
“We are very excited to join the HLB team,” adds Sampson. “We look forward to being part of a larger community of design experts and leveraging HLB’s global platform to elevate our work. We anticipate expanding our presence in Montreal and the surrounding areas, all while contributing to HLB’s ongoing legacy of excellence in lighting design.”
