Thoughtful design extends far beyond lowering operating expenses. It shapes experiences by fostering comfort, supporting health, and cultivating spaces where people are inspired to live, learn, work, and flourish.

At Wight & Company, environmental responsibility is fundamental to who we are and how we practice. As early champions of sustainable design, engineering, and construction, we approach every project with a commitment to delivering healthy, high-performing environments. Across all disciplines and throughout every phase, from initial vision through occupancy, we integrate strategies that enhance performance, resilience, and long-term value ensuring the places we create remain relevant, resilient, and meaningful for generations to come.

As design and build leaders, we continuously seek innovative resources, emerging technologies, and forward-thinking practices to elevate client outcomes and advance human well-being. We envision a built environment rooted in regeneration that improves air quality, stores carbon, relies on renewable energy, and spports a circular economy.

Occupant Health & Wellness

Designing environments that support physical, mental, and social well-being through enhanced indoor air quality, daylighting, thermal comfort, and healthy material choices.

High Performance Design

Integrating sustainability and building science strategies to optimize energy efficiency, resource conservation, occupant experience, and long-term operational performance.

Zero Carbon (Operational & Embodied)

Reducing carbon emissions across the building lifecycle by minimizing operational energy use and lowering the embodied carbon impacts of materials and construction.

Adaptive Reuse & Renovation

Transforming existing buildings to meet modern needs while preserving valuable resources, reducing waste, and extending the life of the built environment.

Resilient Operations & Communities

Creating facilities and infrastructure that can withstand changing environmental conditions, support continuity of operations, and strengthen community preparedness.

Regenerative Design

Moving beyond sustainability to create buildings and spaces that restore natural systems, enhance biodiversity, and generate positive environmental and social impacts.

Third-Party Verified Building Certifications

With more than 20 years of experience, Wight has helped clients achieve LEED, WELL, PHIUS, and Zero Energy certifications, providing trusted, third-party validation that the building performs as intended. These certifications build community confidence through transparency and accountability while delivering long-term value through reduced risk, improved performance, and lasting operational efficiency.

Churchill FDK 02
Will Courthouse 03
Ireland House 05
UC Student Wellness 10
Du Page CRC 11
Botanic Garden 10
New Trier THSD 23

Our work reflects a deep sense of stewardship that balances environmental care with social and economic responsibility. Ultimately, we strive to shape places where people, communities, and the natural world can thrive together.

Megan Zack, Chief Sustainability Officer

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