Dan Lister
About Dan Lister
Dan Lister is the Associate Director of Lighting at Arup, with extensive experience in lighting design and engineering, particularly in healthcare, public realms, and education sectors.
Current Position at Arup
Dan Lister currently holds the position of Associate Director | Lighting at Arup, a role he has occupied since 2021. In this capacity, he is responsible for overseeing lighting teams across multiple locations, including Leeds, Sheffield, and Birmingham. His work involves coordinating with other disciplines within Arup to enhance project outcomes, particularly within the healthcare sector.
Previous Roles at Arup
Dan Lister has a long history with Arup, having held several positions within the company. Prior to his current role, he served as Associate | Lighting from 2015 to 2021. Before that, he was a Senior Lighting Designer from 2007 to 2015 and a Lighting Designer from 2005 to 2007. He started his career at Arup as an Electrical Engineer, a position he held from 2000 to 2005. Each role has contributed to his extensive expertise in lighting design and engineering.
Education and Expertise in Lighting
Dan Lister has a robust educational background in engineering and lighting. He earned a BEng(Hons) in Engineering from The University of Sheffield, completing his studies in 2000. He further specialized in lighting by obtaining an MSc in Light and Lighting from UCL between 2005 and 2007. This academic foundation has greatly contributed to his expertise in creating innovative lighting solutions.
Specialization in Public Realm and Healthcare Lighting
Dan Lister has a particular interest in designing lighting for large public realms, focusing on creating environments that are both safe and engaging for large crowds. Additionally, he leads Arup's lighting input into the healthcare sector, working to ensure that projects meet high standards through interdisciplinary coordination. His work in these areas aims to enhance user experiences and project outcomes.
Lighting Projects in the Education Sector
Dan Lister has extensive experience in developing lighting solutions for the education sector. His work spans various learning levels, and he is known for coordinating activities with other Arup disciplines to ensure successful project delivery. His contributions have been crucial in creating conducive learning environments through innovative and effective lighting designs.