Kichler Focuses On Contemporary
Families, Innovative Fixtures in Latest Release Upscale Crystal Accents, Bold Angles and Contemporary Detailing
Designed to Make a Statement
CLEVELAND—July 16, 2008— As part of its mid-year release, Kichler Lighting expands its
contemporary offerings with original, innovative designs across several new contemporary families.
Coupled with the high-quality materials and the design savvy for which Kichler is known, the latest
collections also incorporate stunning decorative accents, inspired textures and unique angles that
add a powerful dynamic to any room.
"More and more consumers are decorating with a contemporary influence, and our new offerings
build on the growing popularity in this category by taking contemporary lighting to the next
level," said Bob Doernberg, Kichler senior product manager. "Kichler designers and engineers spent
months reviewing new materials, unique finishes and bold design angles, and the result is a
stunning collection of unique fixtures that make a statement in any room, whether used individually
or in combination."
The exciting new Kichler® families include:
Sparkling Soft Contemporary
Marcalina™ – This elegant, soft contemporary collection shines
even with the lights out. Dozens of finely cut lead crystal droplets and hundreds of miniature,
iridescent crystal beads embellish the fixtures of this heavily faceted family. Exposed candelabra
lights sit atop scrolled arms on polished nickel frames in
six-,
eight- and
12-light chandeliers, as well
as a unique two-light
wall sconce.
Innovative Designs, Bold Angles
Capetto™
– This inspired family features kryptron lamps and clear crystal cylinders cradled in circular wire
frames. In addition to a two-light
wall sconce, this angular, contemporary chrome collection includes
three-,
eight- and
18-light cable-hung chandeliers.
Nana™
– This clean contemporary family features a cylindrical shape with bias-cut round glass tubes
angled across perpendicular lines. Incorporating white, cased opal etched glass and a brushed
nickel finish, the collection includes a simple one-light
wall sconce and five chandeliers of varying sizes.
Cava™
– This masculine collection follows the popularity of ring-inspired lighting and includes heavy
tusk-shaped glass and arms arranged around a thick, square center ring. An Olde Bronze® finish and
white opal etched glass add to the appeal of this family, which features a two-light
wall sconce and several chandeliers, including a
10-light abbreviated oval design.
Eye-Catching Textures, Lines
Sawyer™
– Incorporating white, cased opal etched glass, this soft contemporary family includes heavy cast
arm backs and finial tails with wave-inspired arms and a brushed nickel finish. Stand-out fixtures
in this collection include a dramatic hanging
foyer light, measuring 36” tall, and a slender
mini pendant. Chandeliers, a
wall sconce and a
flush mount also are available.
Ornate Traditional In addition to its new contemporary collections, Kichler adds several new traditional
lighting families, including:
Basham™
– This new collection features ornate cast-metal accents with a decorative cast drape, delicate
cast bow accents and miniature cast metal pearls. These elements complement the family’s Parisian™
finish and antique paisley fabric shades. Three chandeliers and a two-light
wall sconce are available as part of this collection.
Anniston™ – This upscale family features the popular Lincoln Bronze™ finish with
gold leaf accents and hanging crystal trim. Ornate detailing is found throughout the center columns
and scrolling arms, which split into two segments for an added decorative element. Optional
hand-embroidered antique gold and crimson paisley fabric
shades are available. Stand-out fixtures include
five- and
six-light chandeliers with decorative crowns, a two-arm
wall sconce with a crystal-embellished center column and an
inverted pendant.
Founded in 1938 in Cleveland, Ohio, Kichler is a world
leader in decorative lighting designs. Its products include
chandeliers,
wall sconces,
kitchen and
bath lighting, decorativeceiling fans and
outdoor lanterns,
as well as
under cabinet
lighting,
landscape lighting,
and
floor and
table lamps and
accessories. Its 3,000 designs are sold under the Kichler®, Kichler Landscape Lighting, Kichler
Lighting Systems and Kichler Lamps and Accessories brands.