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first circle design inc. is a premier lighting design consultancy firm specializing in complex, high-end lighting designs, which are inspired by the magnificent first circle of light – the sun.

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949.681.0500

info@firstcircledesign.com

3187 Airway Avenue Suite C
Costa Mesa, CA 92626

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What is First Circle Designs specialty?

First circle design was established in 2006. We are a premier lighting design consultancy firm specializing in intelligent lighting solutions in complex, high-end lighting designs. Inspired by the magnificent first circle of light – the sun – first circle design’s diverse, innovative, and leading lighting design team brings magical atmospheres to life through their illustrious lighting designs. first circle design believes that light helps us see, and beautiful light helps us see beautifully. first circle design believes in honest expression and simplicity.

first circle design believes in sustainability and environmental responsibility. first circle design believes that technology is a powerful tool, but only a tool, for aiding the expression of a deeper, more fundamental artistic and humanistic creation. first circle design’s team believes they are helping to shape the most elemental part of our universe with the greatest technology available in order to achieve an effect that should be as simple and as elegant and without artifice as possible. first circle has a long and successful history with hundreds of clients, both in the United States and abroad.

We set a consistent tone for a cohesive design team with a proven track record that will ensure the highest level of quality for every project. The vast talents of our design team empower us to meticulously manifest the vision in the mind of the beholder for an ever-lasting memorable lighting experience! Contact us today for all of your complex, high-end lighting needs.

What is your lighting design methodology?

Our lighting design methodology consists of 7 important steps. A systematic lighting design methodology that has been meticulously developed and honed, affords us many opportunities to effectively execute project requirements. Our methods include:

We start with lighting design Research. Thorough research and analysis of project design requirements. From there we focus on detail, detailing product and installation specifications. We will then mock-up a Prototype for Mock-up and prototype development verification. Once the prototype is approved we’ll then focus on compliance, to proactively integrate energy savings and code compliance. We will then work to optimize the lighting design through internal testing to guarantee optimal product performance. Lastly, we will put it and together and extensively coordinate the project with the proper project personnel.

What are your areas of expertise for your lighting design and consulting services?

We specialize in lighting design for a number of high-end applications such as:

Lighting design for hotels
Light design for live events
Lighting design for museums & exhibits
Lighting design for offices
Lighting design for restaurants
Lighting design for retail
Lighting design for spa
Lighting design for worship

What is your lighting design track record?

We have an extensive track record in the lighting design industry.

first circle design has invigorated Southern California and beyond with our impactful energy efficient and cost-effective lighting designs. Since the year 2006, first circle design has successfully achieved over five hundred projects – in the areas of transportation, hospitality, retail, entertainment, and sporting venues – utilizing 100% LED technology. Our extensive and successful history with diverse clientele verifies dependability and affirms first circle design’s cohesive design team, who, through their validated achievements, will ensure the highest degree of design excellence.

What experience do you have in the commerical lighting design industry?

first circle design’s long and successful history with a vast clientele base – both domestic and international – sets a consistent tone for a cohesive design team with a proven track record that will ensure the highest level of excellence for every project. The talents of our design team empower us to flawlessly manifest the vision in the mind of the beholder for an ever-lasting experience!

Who is on your lighting design team?

first circle design’s founder and principal designer, Matthew A. Levesque, sets the infrastructure for spectacular design grandeur. Matt’s two decades of lighting design experience has warranted well over 100 successfully completed projects utilizing LED technology.

The diverse backgrounds of first circle design’s team create the wide spectrum of talent offered. first circle design’s designers are all members of IALD (International Association of Lighting Designers) and IES (Illuminating Engineering Society) and have received sweeping recognitions and awards in the architecture, design, and entertainment fields.

They consistently recognize the essential need to embrace practical yet stimulating design work, all while providing efficient documentation that can be managed within a budget and, that is agreeable to the installation schedule. Furthermore, it is always their priority to fully comprehend the client’s vision and to remain flexible with the knowledge that ideas expand and change.

Do you have any reviews on your lighting systems?

We have an extensive list of happy customers for referrals based on our prior 500+ design projects. Please contact us today for more information.

“[first circle design] was instrumental in the success of three signature celebrations, and the Television Academy thanks you for your incredible contribution!”

Barbara Cassel & Edward Fassl – Co-Ball Chairs of the Governors Ball Committee 2016

“It’s a one-of-a kind light show on one Giant Wheel!”

Susan Casey – Electrical Contractor magazine Planners

How can we contact you?

Please feel free to reach out to us at any time with any questions on any of your lighting design needs. You can reach us by phone at (949) 681-0500 or by email at info@firstcircledesign.com. We provide high-end lighting design and consultatory services for clients all over the world with a focus on southern CA. Our offices are located at:

First Circle Designs

3187 Airway Avenue Suite C

Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Contact us now for all of your complex, high-end lighting design needs.