Devin Riles

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About Devin Riles

BIO: Devin Riles - Industrial Designer specializing in Landscape Lighting & Themed Environments/Exhibits. Devin Riles’s hybrid education has given him an exceptional breadth and depth of skills, which he applies to every project. Being a jack of all trades, he balances experience and a pragmatic approach. Devin uses a combination of art and science to improve the aesthetics, ergonomics, functionality, and sustainability in exhibits and in the themed landscape environments which include lighting, ponds, and water features in residential and commercial applications. His extensive knowledge and accomplishments in the landscape, and themed environment/exhibit industry are highly valued. He demonstrates strength in driving sustainable solutions and is regarded as a high-energy, impassioned advisor, and trusted expert. He has a reputation for seeking challenging growth opportunities beyond job requirements and delivering exceptional results. He offers a creative approach to lighting & exhibit design, bringing extensive strengths in electronics and fabrication. Devin offers over 25 years of proven experience in conceptualizing, designing, and fabricating high-quality, interactive exhibits featuring dynamic electronic, audio, motion, and lighting features. His designs are designed and built around safety, performance, and aesthetic appeal. Consistently demonstrating a can-do attitude, great communication skills, and a commitment to teamwork, Devin collaborates well with clients, vendors, and team members of all backgrounds and disciplines. He is well-versed in all facets of the design-build lifecycle, with relevant experience in design, drafting, prototyping, and fabricating. His work has included theatrical sets, trade show booths, products, playscapes, landscape designs, parks, and recreational areas, incorporating a wide range of fabrication and finishing materials, applications, and processes. Devin’s clients consistently remark on his innovative yet balanced approach to design and problem-solving, as well as his efficient management of multiple projects, ensuring on-time, on-budget, and high-quality completion of each assignment.