Partners

George S. Sexton, III, I.E.S., I.A.L.D., Founder

George S. Sexton, III established George Sexton Associates in 1980 as a firm dedicated to providing consulting for lighting design, exhibition design and museum planning. Prior to forming GSA, George worked as a lighting designer for Claude Engle, a museum specialist for the National Gallery of Art, Acting Keeper for the Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts (SCVA) in the UK, and Chief Exhibitions Designer and Head of Design and Installation with the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco.

Over the past 45 years, George has been involved with challenging projects of all scale, while establishing a professional and innovative approach to lighting and exhibition design. George earned a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. He is currently a member of the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES), International Association of Lighting Designers (IALD), and the American Institute of Architects.

Owen Brady, I.E.S.

Owen joined the firm in 2000, with previous experience at the Smithsonian Institution, the Commission for Historical and Architectural Preservation in Baltimore, MD, and Deems Lewis McKinley Architecture in California. Owen has provided lighting design and exhibition design services and serves as the project manager for a multitude of museums, libraries, art galleries, churches, residences, and office spaces. Owen earned degrees in Engineering and Architectural Studies from Brown University.

Joe Geitner

Joe joined the firm in 1994. In 1995, Joe moved to Norwich, England to work as the designer in residence at the Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts. Joe has provided innovative design solutions for a variety of spaces including museums, special exhibitions, public spaces, and high-end retail stores. Joe received his Bachelor’s degree in English from Washington and Lee University and his Master’s degree in Architecture from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University.

Karin Salch, RA

Karin joined the firm in 1990. Prior to working at George Sexton Associates, Karin spent several years working at architectural firms in the Washington, DC area. During her tenure, Karin has designed and managed projects for a variety of spaces including, museums, international resorts and hotels, and high-end retail stores. Karin received her Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from the University of Texas - a rigorous, design-oriented 5-year program. She is a licensed architect.