Nyberg: The process behind designing the lighting for a Yale University building

8.18.25
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From light displays on the outside of buildings to subtle enhancements of light in historical landmarks, the founder of a global lighting design firm shares his thoughts behind the process. 

Hervé Descottes, founder of L’Observatoire International, says that lighting is a crucial part of everyday life and mood. Descottes’ firm designed the lighting for Yale University’s Schwarzman Center in 2022.

According to Descottes, the idea was to restore everything almost as original, but to enhance its beauty.

WATCH to learn more.