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WBE Certified in the City of St. Louis, State of Missouri, and National WBENC Certification
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Amy Hughes

Co-Founder

As a Lighting Designer and Electrical Engineer, Amy creates lighting solutions that not only convey the aesthetic appeal desired by clients, but are also engineered for performance and controllability.

With over 25 years of experience, Amy has been responsible for developing unique lighting solutions for a variety of projects including universities, community recreation centers, healthcare, museum, residential buildings and theaters. Amy stays current with lighting trends by being an active member with both local and national professional organizations such as the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES), IALD, and the USGBC.

Amy has 3 daughters, Zoe, Maggie & Claire.  She enjoys a glass of wine or coffee with friends and is an avid runner.

Julia Heutel

Co-Founder

Julia has 12 years of architectural/specialty lighting design experience including aviation, commercial, corporate, education, government, healthcare, hospitality, justice and science + technology industries.  She serves on the Board of Managers for the local chapter of the Illuminating Engineering Society, and is an active IALD member.  Julia began her career working for engineering firms although her degree is in interior design. She takes pride in being able to bridge the communication gap between architects and engineers.  As Co-Founder of H2Ltg, Julia will put her business development, marketing and leadership skills to work while continuing to share her passion for lighting with others.

Julia married her high school sweetheart, Ross, in 2007 and has two children, Clark and Elliot.  She enjoys spending time with friends and family and is an avid volleyball player.  You’ll find her on sand volleyball courts throughout St. Louis over the spring and summer months.