Lawrie Nisbet / Managing Director BArch (Hons), Dip Arch, RIBA, RIAS, IALD

Lawrie has specialised in lighting design since graduating as an Architect. He has designed and managed a diverse range of projects worldwide. He founded LDPi in 2000 and as Managing Director has established LDPi as one of the leading firms of lighting architects in the world. He frequently lectures internationally primarily on urban lighting solutions & masterplans. Lawrie maintains a very hands on approach ensuring the essence of LDPi design is always relevant and that the core of LDPi is always anchored within today’s multi-faceted design medium.

Douglas Hamilton / Technical Director BArch (Hons), MArch, RIBA, RIAS

Douglas joined Lighting Design Partnership after graduating in Architecture. He then completed his studies with a Masters in Architecture and then tutored in architecture at Edinburgh University. Formerly an Associate in a leading UK based firm of commercial Architects he then co-founded LDPi with Lawrie Nisbet. As Technical Director he ensures the highest standards of technical delivery and compliance across the LDPi portfolio.

Sudarshan Sathe / CEO India B.Eng (El. Engineer)

Sudarshan is CEO of LDPi India, taking full responsibility for the infrastructure of live projects and the business development of LDPi within the Region.

Sudarshan is an Electrical Engineer with over 25 years of experience in lighting and related fields. He has a rich experience in working on large scale and prestigious projects from both a design and business perspective.

He was formally working in the Middle East with a large conglomerate as Vice President and Profit Centre Head. His experience is in the project management from design to the final handover of the project, including supervision of initial mock ups, to the issuance of final design compliance certificate. He has also worked on a number of award winning and iconic projects such as Muscat International Airport, Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Resort in Oman and has been associated with LDPI in his previous position for over two decades.

Sara Jeffrey / Head of Studios BDes (Hons) Interior Architecture, 3D Design

Sara graduated in Interior Architecture and 3Dimensional design. From working in commercial interior design with a leading UK company whilst exhibiting her personal esquisse project work through international showcases, she joined LDPi. Sara is our Head of Studios and manages design output across our international base. Her excellent communication skills along with knowledge and interest in all aspects of design, ensures the highest standards of Client and Design team relationship.

Ammar Habib Mohamed / Middle East Director MAE (MArch.Eng), SLL, IESNA

Ammar trained as an Architectural Engineer and attained a Master’s Degree in Lighting Design from The Pennsylvania State University, USA. His two decades of experience have allowed him to gain an excellent understanding of designing lighting systems for very exclusive and high-end environments.

Ammar has worked as an independent Lighting Design Consultant on a number of large-scale projects in Oman and the GCC region including private palaces, yachts, 5-star hotels, office buildings, shopping malls, restaurants and many other commercial projects. Having worked on projects located in 10 different countries spread over 4 continents, Ammar has developed a great understanding of working methodologies and client expectations in different parts of the world.