Solid Light, Inc. Completes Strategic Succession
New Partnership Group Assumes Full Ownership Solid Light, Inc., a nationally recognized full-service design, planning, and fabrication firm, specializing in immersive visitor experiences, is pleased to announce the successful completion of its ownership transition. Founder, Cynthia Torp, has sold her remaining shares to the internal ownership team, marking a milestone moment in the firm’s history as it moves into its next era of […]
Why Honest Storytelling Should be the Foundation of America250
There is a certain silence that occurs in a museum when you encounter something real. It’s that moment of connection when you see a handwritten letter from a mother, or a tattered uniform that survived a battlefield. In those seconds, the dates and distance fall away; you are no longer looking at an exhibit, but you’re standing face-to-face with a human life. As we enter America250, these moments of connection […]
Raising the Capital is Stressful. Executing the Project Shouldn’t Be.
Successfully leading a major expansion or renovation is the ultimate act of institutional stewardship. You’ve secured the funding, aligned your stakeholders, and captured the vision for your ambitious capital project. Congratulations—some of the hardest work is complete! Now comes the critical execution phase. We understand this phase brings unique anxiety and immense pressure to transform […]
Historical Integrity and the Power of Story
For over 25 years, Solid Light has operated from the core belief that thoughtfully crafted, emotionally engaging experiences transform understanding and create lasting personal and societal impact. We are passionate about the cultural institutions we serve because they are more than just destinations—they are dynamic spaces that connect us to the human story and serve […]
Emotional Mapping and the Power of Spacial Storytelling
Imagine: darkness envelops you as you step through a doorway into an enclosed space at the American Civil War Museum in Richmond, Virginia. The walls surrounding you are black, creating a sharp contrast to the bright lobby and renovated Tredegar Ironworks site. Ambient sounds of distant artillery fire and muffled voices envelop you in a […]
Solid Light Receives Silver Telly Award for Eternal Gandhi Museum Houston Film
LOUISVILLE, KY. (October 2, 2024) Solid Light is pleased to announce the design-build firm has received a Silver Telly Award for the immersive and dynamic orientation film at the recently opened Eternal Gandhi Museum Houston. This is Solid Light’s 21st Telly Award in 25 years. The Telly Awards is the premier award honoring video and […]