Visionary Founder and Chief Creative Officer behind Evolve Design. With over three decades of expertise in lighting design spanning across various sectors, Wes is a true pioneer in the industry. His innovative approach and award-winning designs have garnered international recognition, with 8 U.S. patents under his belt as a co-inventor. Leading a team of talented professionals, Wes continues to push boundaries and create iconic projects that redefine the art of lighting design.

Wes began his career in lighting as a product development manager in 1992 for High End Systems an industry leader in the entertainment and theatrical lighting industry. During his nine years with High End, his focus was on the design of cutting edge automated lighting instruments. Wes quickly rose through the ranks to earn eight U.S. patents and lead a design team responsible for creating some of High end’s most successful products in the 90’s, these included: Cyberlight, Studio Color, Studio Spot 250, Studio Color 250, and Studio Beam.

In the summer of 2000, Wes founded Solux Design in Austin, Texas. Solux was a high end lighting showroom with a focus on contemporary, decorative and architectural products. Solux allowed Wes to expand his talents and apply them to many successful projects throughout the U.S., in bot lighting design and custom fixture design/ fabrication, including restaurants, boutiques, night clubs, high-end residences, and pools.

Wes’ lighting creations have been included on many A|A Homes Tours. He also designed the Lighting Laboratory at the University of Texas School of Architecture, a state-of-the-art resource for students to incorporate lighting into their projects. He assisted the UT School of Architecture with their 2005 Solar Decathlon entry. Wes received a platinum Award for Design Excellence (ADEX) In 2006 for a custom designed pendant “Shinmauri” which was hand crafted by the noted Los Angeles-based Satori Light Sculptures. He also received 2 platinum and a fold ADEX award in 2007 for cubed, cubo-zoa, and pen-will, respectively.

Wes founded LIGHTfaktor in 2007 which has eventually evolved into Evolve Design, which is still in operation today. Evolve is an architectural lighting design consultant with the focus on high-end, modern design, employing the latest advancements in lighting technology and style. Wes actively practices techniques in embedded architecture and makes use of automated lighting and DMX control to bring his projects to life.

As his craftsmanship continues to grow, so do demands for Wes’ expertise on lighting partnerships with nationally recognized architects and designers across the country.