Lighting legend Murray Feiss passed away this week. An indisputable icon in the lighting…
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Lighting legend Murray Feiss passed away this week. An indisputable icon in the lighting industry, Murray Feiss passed away on August 18 at age 99. Born in 1926 to Rose and…
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The nomination recognizes Dallas Market Center’s Stand With Main Street initiative supporting independent retailers in wake of tariffs. Dallas Market Center (DMC) has been named a finalist for the 2026 Gold 100…
New York-based Innovations Lighting has promoted lighting industry veteran Jeff Sokol to vice president of operations. Innovations Lighting founder Robert Marash announced Jeff Sokol – who joined the company in May after…
The new 2026 catalog features products suitable for both residential and commercial applications. Irvine, California-based Access Lighting, which also operates a warehouse in South Carolina, has unveiled a new 644-page catalog. Presenting…
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Lighting legend Murray Feiss passed away this week. An indisputable icon in the lighting industry, Murray Feiss passed away on August 18 at age 99. Born in 1926 to Rose and…
New York-based Innovations Lighting has promoted lighting industry veteran Jeff Sokol to vice president of operations. Innovations Lighting founder Robert Marash announced Jeff Sokol – who joined the company in May after…
Lighting manufacturer AFX has hired one new regional sales manager, one internal sales manager, and a quotations specialist. Waukegan, Illinois-based AFX, Inc., has appointed Kyle Tindle as a regional sales manager. Most…
Lighting industry veteran Theo Shpunder – who has a combined 30+ years of experience on the showroom side, running a lighting agency, and directing a sales team for a manufacturer – has…
Founder and CEO David Littman will transition to executive chairman. Effective September 1, Malaina Matheus, current president of Hudson Valley Lighting Group (HVLG), will become CEO. Founder and CEO David Littman will…
Ken Dretzka, principal of California-based Dretzka & Associates, has passed away. After entering the industry as a lighting rep, Ken Dretzka founded his own agency, Dretzka & Associates in 1985. Based in…
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Natural elements – whether as real materials or design inspiration – remained a top trend at June Lightovation. Consumers shopping at every price point continue to be interested in styles that evoke…
Lighting manufacturers at the recent High Point Market say statement pieces are in demand — and not just on the ceiling. Statuesque floor lamps have become popular sellers. John-Richard Featuring dramatically veined…
Made in the company’s Florida factory, the ceramic Big Splash table lamp is shown in a Sand finish and is offered in two shade options. The lamp stands 34.5″ high.The Natural Light…
New for spring 2026, the Telescope buffet lamp offers a blend of classic form and fresh color, bringing understated elegance to any space. Crafted with a slender, sculptural silhouette, this lamp features…
Ciro’s fluid tubular structure integrates light and geometry into a unified system, delivering precise illumination while maintaining a minimal footprint. A rotating base and fully articulating head provide directional control, allowing light…
New for spring 2026, the compact Giorgio Crystal Mini table lamp comes with a scalloped fabric shade that is offered in nine colors. It features a solid, hand-polished base and polished nickel…
