Matt Valerio
Lighting Specialist
Chicago
Matt is inspired to find the story of each space and offer ways to express that aesthetic through lighting design.
He prefers a thoughtful, intentional approach to fixture placement, the impact of lighting, and how lighting design affects everyone’s daily life. Matt’s background in event and production lighting design led him to explore the more permanent and impactful work of architectural lighting design.
A natural problem-solver, he believes in effective communication and collaboration to achieve innovative, meaningful, and inspiring designs.
Perth Concert Hall
Abilene Heritage Square
Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago 5th Floor Kitchen
Amazon Bellevue 600
Completed Prior to Joining Schuler Shook
Dothan Opera House Renovation
Palmer College Events Center
Kearney Sports Complex
Project Heaven
YSS Ember
Education
- BFA - DePaul University
Organizations
- International Association of Lighting Designers, Junior Associate
- Illuminating Engineering Society, EP
Awards
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Kennedy Center for the Arts Certificate of Merit for Production Lighting, Meeting Points, 2022