Business Details
39 Years
experience
Custom Art Deco Lighting Fixtures & Solutions
Founded in 1987, Donovan Lighting has established itself as a leader in contemporary art deco lighting design. Our founder Brian Donovan combined his background in scenic design and the building trades to create luminaires that blend artistic vision with functional craftsmanship. With over 35 years of experience, we specialize in transforming architectural concepts into custom lighting solutions for residential, commercial, and entertainment industry applications. Our expertise extends to UL-listed fixtures that incorporate innovative materials like powdercoated steel, acrylic, and perforated metals.Trusted by universities, restaurants, and film production teams, we maintain industry authority through consistent delivery of high-quality products and collaborative relationships with Central New York vendors. Our commitment to precision manufacturing and adherence to safety standards ensures reliable, code-compliant lighting systems that meet exacting client specifications.
Services
Custom Lighting Design
Art Deco Fixtures
Residential Lighting
Commercial Lighting
Film Industry Fixtures
Metal Fabrication
Acrylic Lighting Solutions
Historic Style Replication
LED Integration
Theatrical Lighting
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- 35+ years creating art deco-inspired lighting solutions
- Custom capabilities for architect and designer collaborations
- UL-listed products meeting strict safety standards
- Proven track record with film industry projects
- Direct founder-led approach ensuring design integrity
Associations and certifications
- Underwriters Laboratories (UL)
What people say
Unique art deco designs
Excellent custom work
Film industry expertise
Quality craftsmanship
Historic accuracy
Services
Custom Lighting Design
Transform architectural concepts into unique lighting solutions through collaborative design process. Our team works directly with architects and interior designers to create one-of-a-kind fixtures that meet specific aesthetic and functional requirements. Utilizing advanced fabrication techniques while maintaining art deco principles of geometric simplicity and material integrity.
Art Deco Fixtures
Recreate 1920s-1940s design aesthetics using modern manufacturing methods. Specialized in geometric forms, metallic finishes, and symmetrical patterns that honor the machine age aesthetic while meeting contemporary lighting standards. Each piece combines historical accuracy with practical illumination requirements.
Commercial Lighting
Provide code-compliant lighting systems for institutional and business environments. Offer UL-listed products with documented safety certifications for commercial installations. Develop scalable solutions suitable for universities, restaurants, and retail spaces while maintaining design consistency across multiple locations.
Film Industry Fixtures
Create specialized lighting elements for motion picture and television production sets. Design fixtures that meet strict dimensional and safety requirements for studio environments. Provide rapid prototyping capabilities for time-sensitive production schedules while maintaining visual authenticity for period-specific scenes.
Metal Fabrication
Precision manufacturing of steel, aluminum, and brass components for lighting applications. Employ powder coating, perforation, and spun metal techniques to achieve desired visual and functional properties. Maintain tight tolerances for structural integrity while achieving decorative surface treatments.
People
Brian Donovan
Founder & Designer
Brian established the company in 1987 after studying scenic design at Syracuse University. With prior experience in automotive mechanics and construction trades, he brings practical engineering knowledge to artistic lighting concepts. Continues to oversee all design aspects while maintaining hands-on involvement in complex projects.
Questions
What lighting styles do you specialize in?
We focus on contemporary interpretations of art deco and machine age aesthetics, combining geometric forms with modern materials while maintaining historical design principles.
Can you create custom lighting solutions?
Yes, we specialize in transforming architectural concepts into custom fixtures. Our process involves collaborating directly with designers to develop unique solutions meeting specific spatial and aesthetic requirements.
Are your products UL listed?
All standard fixtures carry UL listing certification. We maintain strict compliance with safety standards for both residential and commercial applications.
Do you work with film production companies?
Yes, we've created specialized lighting elements for numerous motion picture and television productions, providing period-accurate fixtures that meet production-specific technical requirements.
What materials do you work with?
Our capabilities include metal fabrication (steel, aluminum, brass), acrylic shaping, wood veneer application, and custom powder coating finishes for both indoor and outdoor installations.
What geographic areas do you serve?
While based in New York, we serve clients nationwide with completed projects in multiple states including New Jersey, Colorado, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania.
