About
Founded in 2001, by Award-Winning Lighting Designer, John Sapanaro, who set out to align his practice with proven methodologies to create a different experience for his clients. Lighting Elysium was founded upon the belief that lighting projects should not be categorically challenging, i.e., over budget, or lacking accountability, rather delivering knowledge, trust, anticipation, communication, transparency, and follow-through with prompt and courteous service. Lighting Design is one of the most important components of every building project. It is the life-force, without which, the project will fail. The results need to feel natural and unassuming. It is the Lighting Designer's job to incorporate lighting to enhance the space, without creating any discomfort to the visitor.

John playing handball with the team
Our Team
Our in-house designers have architectural and interior design backgrounds, which means we speak your language and understand your world. We always aim to support you in the design process through to project completion.
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John Brocken
Vice President / Design Director

Daniel Maciel
3D Artist

Rachel Lefberg
Senior Lighting Designer

Leo Alessi
Managing Director

Amy Bassani
Senior Lighting Designer

Victoria Rein
Associate Lighting Designer

Jennifer Reynoso
Executive Assistant

Lucia Igartua
Senior Lighting Designer

Wendy Brito-Perez
Associate Lighting Designer

Julie Alonso
Executive Assistant

Francis Garcia
Senior Lighting Designer

Dwayne Lallathin
Director of Construction

John Sapanaro
Founder & President

Laura Lloreda
Vice President / Design Director
…we're a "team player," and your "trusted advisor."
