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About Brian Casella

Brian Casella is a professional event lighting designer and commercial real estate owner based in Connecticut. With a creative eye for detail and a strong technical background, he designs dynamic lighting environments for live events, transforming spaces across the Northeast into visually stunning experiences. In addition to his work in event production, Brian owns and manages a portfolio of commercial properties through his company, BDC Realty LLC. His dual expertise in design and real estate reflects a unique blend of artistic vision and entrepreneurial drive.

Founder, Principal of BDC Realty, LLC

Brian oversees a portfolio of commercial properties throughout Connecticut at his company, BDC Realty. What distinguishes Brian’s real estate work is his deep understanding of market dynamics, property values, and long-term asset development. 

As the driving force behind BDC Realty, Brian Casella brings a strong business acumen and a commitment to quality that has positioned the company for sustained success. With a background in both design and operations, Brian oversees every aspect of the business, from identifying new investment opportunities to handling renovations and tenant improvements. His attention to detail, proactive communication, and long-term vision help set BDC Realty apart in a competitive market. Brian’s leadership ensures the company remains agile, financially sound, and focused on delivering lasting value to both tenants and investors.

Event Production Lighting, Designer, Fox Haus Event Production

While real estate provides an avenue for Brian’s business endeavors, his creative passion lies in the world of event lighting and production. As a lighting designer with Fox Haus Event Productions, Brookfield, Connecticut, Brian Casella works with clients across the Northeast to elevate corporate events, private functions, and large-scale productions with visually stunning, imaginative, and technically precise lighting designs.

A Lasting Impression

Brian has worked on the lighting for intimate weddings, gala dinners, brand activations, and major productions. He approaches each project with a fresh perspective, ensuring lighting becomes a seamless, immersive part of the overall event experience that leaves a lasting impression on guests. His design philosophy combines artistic creativity with technological precision.

Raised with a strong work ethic and a passion for design, Brian began exploring event production early in his career. He became fascinated with the opportunity to elevate events through the beauty of lighting and gradually built a network of collaborators and clients who recognized his talent and reliability. Over time, his reputation grew, and so did the scale of his projects. He now leads a team of trusted lighting technicians and production partners, managing complex installations while maintaining hands-on involvement in every design. 

His client roster includes fashion and interior designer Christian Soriano, actress Vanessa Williams, television presenter, singer, and author Kathie Lee Gifford, entrepreneur and filmmaker Chris Milk, and investor Peter May. He has done work for diverse companies such as Hyundai, Ford, IBM, Bridgewater Investments, Diageo, Hartford Health Care, and Live Nation Events. Numerous educational institutions have also sought Brian’s talent, including Kent School, Canterbury School, Greenwich Country Day School, Harvey School, Fredrick Gunn School, King School, Sacred Heart School, and Marvel Wood School.

At the Forefront of Lighting Innovation

Brian keeps pace with the latest advancements in LED technology, wireless control systems, and energy-efficient fixtures. This allows him to deliver a transformative and captivating ambiance while also ensuring his designs meet today’s logistical and sustainability standards. Brian works closely with event producers, planners, and venue operators to ensure his lighting designs bring his clients’ vision to life and are safe, scalable, and tailored to the unique demands of each space. 

Brian’s Dual-Track Career

Brian’s dual career tracks reinforce each other in valuable ways. His real estate projects benefit from his creative mindset, while a deep understanding of structural layouts, energy systems, and architectural context informs his lighting designs. This unique cross-disciplinary fluency allows Brian to offer insights and solutions that others might overlook, creating added value for clients and partners alike. 

Throughout his career, Brian has built a reputation for integrity, innovation, and follow-through, enabling him to continue to grow his business interests while remaining committed to delivering personalized service and high standards to clients. Whether transforming a warehouse into a high-end event venue through immersive lighting or repositioning a commercial building through strategic investment to meet the needs of a new market, he is adept at envisioning opportunities where others see limitations. He approaches everything he does with clarity, dedication, and results. Brian’s vision has earned him repeat business and long-standing relationships in both industries. 

Brian’s Education, Volunteer Work

Brian Casella pursued his education in technical theater and lighting design at Western Connecticut State University, where he developed a strong foundation in stage production, lighting technology, and visual storytelling. While attending, he specialized in lighting design, gaining hands-on experience with industry-standard equipment and working on a variety of live productions. In addition to his theater studies, Brian earned a degree in Electrical Design and Management, further expanding his expertise in power systems, control technologies, and project coordination. This combination of creative and technical training has equipped him with a unique skill set that bridges the worlds of theatrical artistry and electrical engineering.

He was a volunteer board member for the Brookfield Theater of Arts for several years. The theater is located in the historic Curtis School for Boys gymnasium building in Brookfield, located within the Brookfield Center Historic District. It hosts a variety of entertainment events, such as films, plays, and musical performances.

An Avid Outdoorsman

Outside of his professional pursuits, Brian enjoys hiking and exploring the scenic trails of the 

Northeast and beyond, often accompanied by his dog, Oakley. Taking the time to experience nature rejuvenates Brian and helps fuel his creativity in his work.