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Stunning K9 Glass and Exquisite Detailing at Center of Latest Kichler Families
New Lighting Collections Selected and Approved By Today’s Discerning Homeowners

CLEVELAND—Jan. 15, 2009—In designing their latest lighting collections, Kichler teams went straight to the source. Hundreds of designers and homeowners were asked to weigh in on a variety of lighting styles, and they responded warmly to those incorporating customizable features, ornamental detailing and lustrous K9 glass, a sparkling, clear glass. In reply, five of the newest Kichler families build on these and other unique elements.

"It’s important that all of our designs speak to today’s homeowners, and we’re excited that those polled expressed interest in styles that use unique materials, such as K9 glass, which we hadn’t yet incorporated until this release," said Bob Doernberg, Kichler senior product manager. "These new families far exceed functionality and will transform any room into a stunning, welcoming setting."

The following families are part of the newest Kichler Lighting catalog:

Added Sparkle – K9 Glass
Originally developed for scientific purposes, K9 glass offers the clarity and sparkle of leaded crystal without the lead. Among the new families incorporating this sparkling, stand-out material:

  • Reynes™ – This clean and contemporary collection represents a design breakthrough by cleverly combining a mirrored Chrome finish with curving, tubular arms. K9 glass accents highlight the family’s flowing design and sit beneath the family’s tall, mouth-blown Opal-Etched glass shades, as well as each end of its dynamic center columns. This collection includes five-light, nine-light, and 12-light chandeliers, a mini pendant, and a wall sconce, as well as coordinating bath lights.
  • Hanna™ – The Hanna collection commands attention with its large-scale, slender design and K9 glass detailing. Offered in Kichler's new Heritage Bronze finish, this lighting family combines hand-painted gold and red hues for a dignified and regal appeal. Eye-catching Mica shades accentuate the collection’s simple lines and ornate banding, and tubular glass diffusers offer a warm and inviting lighting output. Included in this collection are three-light, five-light, and nine-light chandeliers, all with a dramatic K9-glass center shaft, as well as a tall 24" wall sconce.  
  • Baraga™ – The Baraga Collection is an elegant, contemporary fusion of clear glass and polished metal. Its heavy clear glass shades feature an intentional optic swirl distortion for added depth and interest, and are paired with lustrous K9 glass columns and K9 glass bottom finials. The family features rectangular arms, halogen bulbs and a highly Polished Nickel finish. Stand-out fixtures include a convertible three-light chandelier that can be chain-hung or installed as a semi-flush ceiling mount depending on homeowner preference. 

Inspired Materials, Detailing
  • Fabius™ -- Traditional styling intricately blends with art glass to create this European-inspired botanical collection. Embellished with die-cast sculpted leaves and a multi-toned Carré Bronze® finish, a soft flowing metalwork gently cradles original Art Glass shades. Each one is distinct thanks to striking hand-blown Italian Umber Piastra Glass and delicately waved edging. Standout fixtures include Kichler's innovative Pendalette™, a pendant-sized chandelier that can be chain-hung, installed as a semi-flush or used as a wall sconce.  
  • Sabrina™ -- Shimmering Antique Silver highlights, exquisite top to bottom ornamental detailing and a lavish candlestick design define the European-inspired Sabrina Collection. Its highly ornate candle sticks feature a metal-drip candle chase and ornate bow-bash detailing. Also, a rich Lincoln Bronze finish showcases Antique Crackle accents, while optional Antique Paisley fabric shades emphasize the collection’s modern-day elegance. In addition to several chandelier styles, a Pendalette and a 24" wall sconce also are available.

Kichler is a world leader in decorative lighting. The Kichler Lighting® brand encompasses more than 3,000 products, including chandeliers, wall sconces, bath lighting, ceiling fans, under cabinet lighting, landscape lighting and lamps and accessories. Kichler products can be purchased at independent lighting showrooms nationwide.