We are proud to expand our portfolio of decorative brands with the addition of internationally renowned lighting designer and manufacturer, Artemide. Adding to our roster of product offerings in this category, we have also acquired the product lines of U.S.-based Neidhardt, New Zealand-based David Trubridge, Canadian brand VISO and Italian SLAMP.
“We have always been well known in the industry for our knowledge and offering of indoor, outdoor and lighting control products. As we continue to expand our architectural and decorative offering and in-house design capabilities, we’re excited to be able to consult directly with local architects and interior designers to help them find the perfect fixtures to complement their design vision,” says Paul Hudson, Partner.
Artemide is a worldwide leader in lighting design with an unparalleled commitment to technological innovation and research. Founded in 1959 by Ernesto Gismondi and Sergio Mazza, the company has collaborated with some of the world’s most talented designers including Naoto Fukasawa, Zaha Hadid, Karim Rashid, and Richard Sapper, among many others.
Neidhardt has earned its reputation in the industry for fabricating well-designed lighting fixtures. Founded by Frank Neidhardt and Karen Moffeit in 1992, Neidhardt is located in Redwood City, California and develops products that provide distinctive lighting solutions. Manufacturing decorative lighting fixtures for architects, interior designers, lighting designers and business owners, Neidhardt releases a new collection each spring and also designs custom fixtures.
David Trubridge Ltd. was formed in 1995 when David started to expand his operation from his small designer/maker business. It is comprised of two distinct yet congruous areas: production, which manufactures the stock lights and furniture, and the design studio. The company is driven by a strong environmentally conscious philosophy that informs all aspects of design and production.
VISO is a Canadian manufacturer of contemporary decorative light fixtures with a passion for lighting design and a client-focused approach. Many of VISO’s collections are inspired by designs from the ‘60s and ‘70s, reflecting a sophisticated elegance and cutting edge style that has earned the company unprecedented success around the world.
SLAMP: was founded in 1994 with the goal of creating high quality lamps that merge an artisan’s design detail with excellent industrial production. The company achieved this goal, offering products that are now immediately recognizable. SLAMP’s success has led it to collaborations with international designers, including Mendini, Cibic, Dalisi, Garro and Munari.
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