REVIEWS & Testimonials

Nick de Klerk, Director, Translation Architecture

“Susan and I have worked together on a number of hospitality projects over several years, ranging in scale from large resort projects to urban hotels and a concept mock-up guestroom. Susan is a genuinely collaborative designer who is able to work closely with both architects and interior designers to create and deliver fully integrated, award-winning lighting schemes - which is so important to the success of hospitality spaces. On our Sleep Set concept room, lighting was fundamental to the design concept and Susan pushed the available technology to the limit, working with the whole team - designers, contractor and suppliers to create a memorable and unique experience.”

Mark Lane, Savile Row Projects, client

“As we were taking a basement space to create an Acoustic Demonstration Suite for clients, we knew how important the lighting design would need to be. The work from Susan Lake and her team was exceptional and really brought the space to life. Not only has the lighting ensured it does not feel like a basement, the design has also given the space a unique, signature element.”

Peter Banks, Private residential project, client

“We have used Susan Lake for the design of the lighting of our recently built House Boat. There were particular needs to not only create an impressive atmosphere (both inside and outside) but also to ensure that the power consumption was kept to a minimum - as this House Boat is designed to be Carbon Neutral (or nearly so!)
Susan Lake was particularly helpful in sourcing competitive suppliers for a somewhat complicated overall lighting installation.”

Thomas Lindner, Private residential project, Architect, HOK London

“When working with Susan on a high-end residential project her service was always top notch. Susan's lights brought our design to life at any time of the day.”

Jane Graham, Private residential project, client

“It has been an absolute pleasure working with Susan with our house renovations over the last five years. Susan has always been extremely professional which is what you would expect at this level, but what has impressed us is how approachable and friendly she has been throughout the process. Susan has a very practical approach and has a "can do" attitude in problem solving when issues arise with the build. She has a wealth of experience and product knowledge and I would definitely say that our house would not feel or look as good without Susan's expertise.”

Trevor Millet, Private residential project, client

“Susan helped us create a fantastic lighting effect during the refurbishment of our Georgian home.
She really knows about lighting! As just one of many examples - she sourced terrific subtle spotlights which remain the best we have ever seen in any domestic setting.
More generally she developed a comprehensive lighting plan that ensured every room in our home has a mix of lighting options, from "bright" through to "cosy". It has made a huge part in the enjoyment of our home.
Would highly recommend Susan - she is a thorough professional.”

Iona Cobb, Private Residence, client

“We had the pleasure of working last year with Susan on the lighting design for our house, including the interior, the outside, and the area surrounding our swimming pool. From start to finish, she was a joy to collaborate with—professional, creative, and attentive.
Susan brought ideas that transformed each space, striking the perfect balance between beauty, atmosphere, and practicality.
What set her apart was her dedication throughout the entire process. She supervised the installation conscientiously, ensuring every detail was executed perfectly.
We couldn’t be happier with the outcome and wholeheartedly recommend Susan to anyone seeking thoughtful and meticulously delivered lighting design.”

Andrew Whitfield, Private Residence, client

“We worked with Susan as part of our property renovation and were really impressed with her creativity, professionalism, and attention to detail. Her lighting designs completely transformed the spaces, adding warmth and character while remaining practical.
On occasions where we wanted to explore different styles or options, Susan was flexible and collaborative, always keen to make sure the final result reflected our preferences. She was also excellent on site, clearly instructing the tradesmen and ensuring the lighting was installed exactly as intended.
The end result looks and feels superb. We’d happily recommend Susan to anyone looking for thoughtful, high-quality lighting design.”