Interesting article, to be sure... Personally, I've always thought that the trek lighting has deteriorated over the last few years, especially the way they light it in CG. It's less... well it's like there's less effort put in to it. I understand the nature of television requires that things are done as fast as possible, which can limit the scope of some effects, but the lighting is the most important part. Lighting was something that ultimately killed believeability for Babylon 5, although they did do the odd special bit. It's azs if a lot of these houses don't see the need for just one more light at an interesting angle.
My opinion anyway. Still, good article.