The Arts and Crafts movement of the early 20th century, in reaction to the design excesses and mass production of the industrial age, emphasized design that was simple, handcrafted and true to the nature of the materials from which it was made. The creative influences of designers and artisans such as Frank Lloyd Wright, C.R. Mackintosh, Charles and Henry Greene, Dirk Van Erp, Gustav Stickley and Louis Comfort Tiffany, established an American art form which embraced organic architecture, handcrafted furnishings, and fine lighting united in harmonious style that encouraged a simpler lifestyle and a return to basics. In the late 1980's, a Pasadena artisan, who had grown up surrounded by the "ultimate bungalows" of the Greene brothers, believed that the time had come again to embrace the design and lifestyle promoted by the Arts and Crafts movement and created what became "Arroyo Craftsman". Arroyo Craftsman designs and manufactures fine architectural and landscape lighting that honors the traditions of elegant simplicity combined with a quality craftsmanship established by the founders of the American Arts & Crafts movement. Our creative interpretations of this design aesthetic and strict attention to quality have made us the premier manufacturer of contemporary Arts & Crafts inspired lighting. What makes Arroyo Craftsman special? We pride ourselves on our attention to detail, hand finishing, and quality. Because of that, and an extensive variety of choices in metal finish and glass combinations, we offer the finest quality and greatest selection in Arts and Crafts inspired lighting available. The beauty of our product is more then skin deep. Our fixtures are made of heavier gauge brass than is common, giving them a more substantial appearance and increased durability. The rivets we use on many of our fixtures provide both beauty and additional structural integrity. Our glass panels are installed with both retaining clips and silicone to ensure that they are secured and won't rattle in the wind. Our hand applied finishes are the best in the industry because we take the time to let them "mature". Our unique verdigris patina is the result of an intensive three day process resulting in a complex and naturally aged appearance. All our hand applied metal finishes will continue to mature and change with time. We offer eight glass and two mica choices. Combine them with your selection from one of our eleven metal finishes to create the fixture that meets your personal needs. Each Arroyo Craftsman fixture is custom made, just for you. Because of the tremendous selection of finishes, trims and glass available, we have listed each fixture in one configuration only. Please call us toll-free at 1-888-628-5332 for assistance in ordering any other configuration. |
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