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Scott Herrick

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Job Title: Partner, Managing Director - Spark

Expertise: Spark Studio

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Scott Herrick, LC, MIES, AIA is a Partner at HLW and serves as the Managing Director for Spark Studio Lighting Design. With a career spanning more than three decades, Scott has been at the forefront of crafting innovative lighting solutions that add a dynamic layer to architectural designs. He champions a lighting approach that meticulously balances aesthetic impact with energy efficiency, ease of construction, and long-term sustainability. His expertise allows for the transformation of spaces into vibrant environments that not only captivate but also support and guide the end-user.

Projects

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A modern office lobby featuring a recessed ceiling with wooden slats, marble stairs with glass railings, and seating areas with cityscape views.

Venable LLP

New York, NY

Charter Communications Headquarters

Stamford, CT

Modern lobby with a concentric patterned marble floor leading to tan sofas accented with blue and gray pillows. Curved wooden slat ceiling with central lighting feature, flanked by tall potted plants and contemporary floor lamps, conveys a warm, inviting atmosphere.

Divco West 331 Maple

Beverly Hills, CA

Modern office lobby with a minimalist reception desk, flanked by two white chairs. Vibrant magenta glass panels create a dynamic backdrop, while sleek, geometric light fixtures add a contemporary touch overhead. The design fosters an airy and welcoming atmosphere.

PlayQ

Santa Monica, CA

Modern conference room with floor-to-ceiling windows, offering ample natural light. Features a long, sleek white table with ergonomic chairs, and vibrant art on the walls, complementing the room's clean, contemporary design and color scheme.

Radiology Partners - El Segundo

El Segundo, CA

Modern kitchen area in a commercial space featuring sleek, dark wood cabinetry and LED circular lighting fixtures overhead. Patterned gray and white flooring harmonizes with the cool blue accents, while stainless steel appliances offer a contemporary touch. The open design invites interaction in an adjacent communal area.

Schrödinger New York

New York, NY

A modern curved glass building on the river in Jersey City, set against the iconic New York City skyline in the background. The partly cloudy sky adds to the serene atmosphere, and wooden posts protrude from calm waters in the foreground.

The Ellipse

Jersey City, NJ

Modern office space with expansive windows offering city views, complemented by geometric furnishings and circular ceiling light fixtures. The neutral palette is accented by a pop of color from wall art and textiles.

Winston & Strawn New York

New York, NY

Modern office break room featuring eclectic design with exposed ceiling, patterned area rug, and mixed seating options including communal tables and booth-style benches. A staircase with metal railings ascends in the background, complemented by warm lighting and a decorative ceiling panel.

Brown Brothers Harriman

Jersey City, NJ

Contemporary office lobby featuring stark white walls contrasted by a vivid red accent wall with typographical artwork, linear lighting fixtures overhead, and minimalistic black furnishings.

Sports Television Production Facility

Bristol, CT

Financial Services Firm Stamford

Stamford, CT

Spacious office lounge area featuring a blend of natural wood paneling and exposed concrete ceiling. Mid-century modern furniture with rounded tables and sleek chairs offer informal seating arrangements. Overhead, distinctive linear pendant lighting complements the contemporary workspace ambiance.

Financial Services Client

New York, NY

Modern and minimalist reception area featuring a sleek white desk against a textured wooden slat backdrop. Overhead linear lighting accents the warm tones, and recessed floor lighting adds a dramatic effect near the entrance marked "Union Bank Plaza".

Union Bank Plaza

Los Angeles, CA

New Jersey skyline with central focus on Urby building

Urby at Harborside

Jersey City, NJ

Modern interior with dynamic lighting features leading into a spacious room with glass partitions, showcasing a contrast between sharp geometric lines and a corporate logo illuminated on a textured wall.

Pac-12 Networks

San Francisco, CA

Modern multi-story building rendering with a reflective glass facade, featuring clean lines and cubic forms. Surrounded by green landscaping, the structure's transparency contrasts the adjacent traditional brick building, showcasing a blend of contemporary and historic urban architecture.

UNFCU

Long Island City, NY

Spacious contemporary dining room featuring rich walnut wood paneling, sleek beige stone floors, and modern furnishings. Vertical wine storage adds an artistic focal point, while warm lighting enhances the cozy, yet elegant ambiance.

Hilton Grand Vacations Club

New York, NY

Written by Scott

Modern commercial interior featuring an expansive, illuminated ceiling installation with cascading spherical lights over a dual staircase. Reflective surfaces and minimalist furniture provide a sleek, contemporary ambiance, complemented by a coffee shop counter on the upper level.

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