Seventy Years Of

Beautiful Radiance

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Three Generations of Family Ownership
Artcraft Lighting is a family-owned residential lighting company founded in Montreal in 1955 by Albert Cohen and Samuel Bernstein. For over seventy years, Artcraft has designed lighting collections shaped by craftsmanship, careful detailing, and enduring quality for beautifully illuminated homes across Canada and the United States.
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Now joined by the third generation of the family, Artcraft continues to create chandeliers, pendants, wall sconces, flush mounts, vanities, outdoor lighting, LED fixtures, and statement lighting collections for homeowners, designers, builders, retailers, and residential lighting professionals.

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Portrait of two elderly men side by side; the man on the left is wearing a black tuxedo with a white shirt and black bow tie, and a white boutonniere with greenery, while the man on the right is wearing large black glasses, a dark suit, white shirt, and a striped blue tie.
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Since 1955, Artcraft Lighting has shaped residential spaces with fixtures made for both beauty and everyday performance.

Founded in Montreal, the company has grown into a North American lighting brand known for craftsmanship, dependable quality, and design-led collections for modern, transitional, traditional, and classic homes.

Meet the Artcraft Team

Experienced professionals. One team. A shared commitment to exceptional service

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Our Approach Section

A Space Isn't Finished Until
The light is right

Our collections are created for homeowners, interior designers, builders, architects, and lighting professionals who want residential lighting that feels considered, reliable, and beautifully made.

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Modern dining room at night with a round glass table set for six, black chairs, a bouquet of multicolored tulips in a clear vase, a contemporary chandelier with eight lamps, abstract wall art, and large glass doors showing an illuminated pool and patio with trees outside.
Modern dining room with a round glass table with a chrome pedestal base surrounded by five white upholstered chairs, a vase with fresh flowers on the table, a large window showing a garden outside, a rectangular wall mirror with a reflective frame, and a sleek console table beneath the mirror on light wood flooring.

Craft

Designed with attention to quality, finish, and dependable performance for everyday living.

Design

Created across modern, contemporary, transitional, traditional, and classic lighting styles.

Community

Exclusive collections developed with leading designers and design personalities across North America.

Longevity

Built on more than 70 years of residential lighting expertise, with fixtures made to enhance homes for years.

Community and Responsibility

Artcraft has always believed that business should contribute to the communities it serves. Through support for organizations such as Habitat for Humanity and The United Way, the company’s commitment extends beyond lighting to the people, partners, retailers, and families connected to its work.

Looking forward, Artcraft remains focused on shaping residential lighting through design, craftsmanship, technology, and imagination, creating fixtures that help homes feel more beautiful, welcoming, and complete.

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Featured Fixtures

The Fixtures Your Home Deserves

Reviews

Words From Our Clients

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who founded Artcraft Lighting?

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Artcraft Lighting was founded in Montreal in 1955 by Albert Cohen and Samuel Bernstein. The company has grown from a Canadian lighting workshop into a third-generation, family-owned residential lighting company serving homes across North America.

2. Where are Artcraft Lighting’s offices located?

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Artcraft Lighting has offices in Montreal, Toronto, and Dallas. These locations support the company’s residential lighting business across Canada and the United States.

3. Which designers does Artcraft Lighting work with?

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Artcraft Lighting works with designers and creative partners including Sarah Baeumler, Steven Sabados, Kevin Kraemer, and Lighting Pulse.

4. What makes Artcraft Lighting different from other lighting brands?

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Artcraft Lighting combines over 70 years of lighting experience with a strong focus on design, quality, and timeless residential style. Each collection is created to help homeowners bring warmth, character, and lasting beauty into their living spaces.

5. What type of lighting does Artcraft offer?

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Artcraft offers a wide range of residential lighting, including chandeliers, pendants, wall sconces, flush mounts, bathroom lighting, and outdoor fixtures. The collections are designed for different rooms, styles, and atmospheres throughout the home.

6. How do I choose the right fixture for my room?

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Start with the feeling you want the room to have. Chandeliers often work well as statement pieces, pendants are ideal above islands and dining areas, and sconces can add warmth, depth, and balance. The right fixture should complement both the room’s function and its overall style.

7. Is Artcraft Lighting suitable for modern homes?

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Yes. Artcraft offers lighting collections for both classic and contemporary interiors. Whether your home is modern, transitional, rustic, or more traditional, there are fixtures designed to add refinement without overpowering the space.

8. Can Artcraft fixtures be used outdoors?

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Yes. Artcraft offers outdoor lighting options such as wall lights, pendants, post lights, and other exterior fixtures. These are designed to help create a welcoming atmosphere around entrances, patios, outdoor dining areas, and exterior living spaces.

9. Why is lighting important in interior design?

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Lighting changes how a room feels, not just how it looks. The right fixture can create warmth, highlight architectural details, define a dining or living area, and make everyday spaces feel more finished and inviting.

10. Where can I buy Artcraft Lighting?

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Artcraft Lighting is available through selected lighting retailers and dealers. To find the right fixture for your home, explore Artcraft’s collections and connect with an authorized retailer for product availability, pricing, and ordering details.