Lighting Design Studio I
Studio I addresses abstract projects involving the exploration of fundamental design components: light, color, form, space, plane, rhythm, balance, and texture. This study begins in two dimensions, proceeding through three dimensions to full-scale mock-ups. Within the context of this initial investigation of light as a design medium, students discover various means of representation from photography through hand and computer rendering to computer simulation in three dimensions.

Lighting Studio II
Studio II focuses on the massing and orientation of architectural form and fenestration to integrate daylight in interior spaces. Electric lighting is addressed as a complement and supplement to sunlight. Specific focus is the relationship of diurnal and night light to qualitative aspects of habitation and functional use in social space. Students learn lighting techniques using computer-aided calculation and representation, including modeling programs that calculate and present illuminances (such as AGI 32 and Lumen MicroT).

Lighting Studio III
Studio III proceeds to full development of conceptual architectural lighting design with a series of projects addressing client needs, programs, technical requirements, and conditions. In this studio, students explore larger and more challenging architectural spaces and exterior areas. Exercises include reaching beyond architectural lighting and expanding design vision by learning from other media. Designs are rigorously backed up with calculations, documentation, and presentation drawings. Professional-level design projects are augmented by individual topical research and presentation.

Lighting Studio IV
The Thesis Studio (Studio IV) completes the studio experience. It is preceded by a thesis seminar in the fall semester during which students develop a proposal for their final individual studio project and associated research with a selected faculty member. The approved proposal is fully developed in the final studio with all associated research, documentation, drawing, and developmental models, allowing the individual to experience the development of an architectural lighting project from start to finish, mentored by the studio instructors and outside guest critics. Lighting students also have the opportunity to collaborate with graduate architecture or interior design students and faculty.