Choose from different colors, finishes, and sizes depending on each collection or product - mix and match for a truly personalized fixture! As all of our items are hand-made, variations in size, color, shape and texture (including but not limited to fissures, bubbles, crackling, and crazing in the glass) are inherent to all of our glass.
Fully customizable Table Lamps
Choose from different colors, finishes, and sizes depending on each collection or product - mix and match for a truly personalized fixture! As all of our items are hand-made, variations in size, color, shape and texture (including but not limited to fissures, bubbles, crackling, and crazing in the glass) are inherent to all of our glass.
Fully customizable Chandeliers
Choose from different colors, finishes, and sizes depending on each collection or product - mix and match for a truly personalized fixture! As all of our items are hand-made, variations in size, color, shape and texture (including but not limited to fissures, bubbles, crackling, and crazing in the glass) are inherent to all of our glass.
Fully customizable Floor Lamps
Choose from different colors, finishes, and sizes depending on each collection or product - mix and match for a truly personalized fixture! As all of our items are hand-made, variations in size, color, shape and texture (including but not limited to fissures, bubbles, crackling, and crazing in the glass) are inherent to all of our glass.
Fully customizable Pendants
Choose from different colors, finishes, and sizes depending on each collection or product - mix and match for a truly personalized fixture! As all of our items are hand-made, variations in size, color, shape and texture (including but not limited to fissures, bubbles, crackling, and crazing in the glass) are inherent to all of our glass.
Fully customizable Sconces
Choose from different colors, finishes, and sizes depending on each collection or product - mix and match for a truly personalized fixture! As all of our items are hand-made, variations in size, color, shape and texture (including but not limited to fissures, bubbles, crackling, and crazing in the glass) are inherent to all of our glass.
Shakúff is the leading custom lighting partner for high-end residential clients and interior design studios. We've brought singular artistry, craftsmanship, and imagination to each collaboration, prioritizing our clients' vision and experience since 2007.
Philosophy
Craftsmanship is the repetition of technique in efforts of perfection.
Craftsmanship is the repetition of technique in efforts of perfection.
Shakúff’s design philosophy is simple: creation is a collaborative act. Each fixture we handcraft is a synthesis of discovery, planning, and vision alignment between us and the client. Our collections aim to reveal and enhance the natural beauty of light, never distorting or overpowering it.
We view glass blowing not just as an art, but as a craft. With dedication and practice, we've perfected a process that produces beautiful sculptures of light.
Every new product begins with planting the seed of an idea into the fertile soil of dynamic dialogue.
Shakúff’s Product Development Team combines creative and technical expertise to drive innovation. Our Founder finds inspiration in conversations, travel, and the natural world while our Product Designer draws from the tactile experience of working with materials in the showroom. Meanwhile, our Engineer approaches each project with a problem-solving mindset, experimenting with what’s at hand to invent new applications. Wherever the initial spark originates, the idea takes its true form when the team collaborates, alchemizing their unique inspirations into a cohesive vision. This meticulous process involves sketching initial ideas, rigorous prototyping, and continual refinement, culminating in the final production of our bespoke fixtures.
We partner with artisans from around the world who bring generations-old techniques to life, showcasing awe-inspiring skill and creativity. The finest glass, transformed by our master glassblowers, becomes stunning and surprising shapes. Combining glass with metal, wood, and natural materials allows us to play with juxtaposition in form to create lighting fixtures that are both ethereal and grounded.
Customization
Each piece, whether commissioned or collection, is tailored specifically for you and your singular space
Each piece, whether commissioned or collection, is tailored specifically for you and your singular space
Our clients seek flexibility and ease. We deliver by addressing their unique needs through thoughtful communication and unique solutions. The now-iconic pieces in our online shop are all carefully described and customizable in order to make discovering and choosing lighting that accommodates your space quick and effortless.
“I collected all sorts of stuff – rocks, shells, fruit pits, sticks – and made up games that kept me and my friends entertained for hours. I loved figuring out how to meet people’s needs in the most creative and ambitious ways I could.”
Joseph SidofFounder, CEO, and Creative Director Joseph Sidof is Shakúff’s guiding light.
“I collected all sorts of stuff – rocks, shells, fruit pits, sticks – and made up games that kept me and my friends entertained for hours. I loved figuring out how to meet people’s needs in the most creative and ambitious ways I could.”
Joseph’s active imagination has led him on a fascinating journey, steering him toward the arts from a young age. He’s had an interest in bringing the organic indoors since he was a child collecting stones and shells on the beaches of Israel, fascinated by how natural beauty can enhance a home and bring people together. Joseph further developed his eye for color and shape as a costume jewelry designer.
His instant fascination upon witnessing glassblowers at work in Israel sparked his life’s work, as he realized that lighting plays with the same materials as jewelry but on a bigger scale. He fell in love and set out to create a collective of artisans devoted to adding beauty to everyday life through their glass art.
The most rewarding part of his job is the opportunity to discern individuals' innate talents and adeptly position them in roles that allow them to grow both professionally and personally. He nurtures this skill constantly, through workshops and courses, and takes an active leadership role in his community. Like the brilliant installations he’s dedicated his life to, he shines brightest when fostering connections.
Joseph finds inspiration in his beautiful wife and five children every single day.
The Team
Jess NhaCEO Assistant / Client Relations
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Jess NhaCEO Assistant / Client Relations
Originally from Korea and now a seasoned New Yorker, Jess is the heart of Shakúff's client relations team and Joseph’s right hand at work. Her rich background encompassing sales, marketing, and fashion allows her to wear many hats with ease and forge genuine connections with clients. Deeply invested and always dreaming up big ideas, Jess’s genuine passion for the company inspires the entire team. Beyond lighting, you'll often find her scaling rock walls, attending Monet exhibitions, or traveling. If Jess were a Shakúff design, she’d be Crystal Shell; her friends would describe her as someone who seems straightforward, but will open up over time to reveal hidden depths.
Erno SallerSenior Engineer
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Erno SallerSenior Engineer
Much of the ingenuity behind Shakúff’s designs comes from Senior Engineer Erno Saller’s creative mind and background in electrical systems. Erno came to us after many years of experience in the lighting industry, including working in Europe for the world’s largest non-commercial lighting manufacturer. Over the past ten years, he’s moved through the ranks of production to become our Senior Engineer. He has shined a path forward and crafted several collections that embody our commitment to beauty and technique. He’s also quite the (self-taught) painter.
Dovid SchackJunior Engineer
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Dovid SchackJunior Engineer
Dovid Schack joined our production team in 2017 as a student. Over the years, his excitement and bright ideas grew, which Josef recognized as a knack for engineering. Josef paired Dovid up with Erno, and the rest is history. Dovid is a true Renaissance soul who finds joy in restoring motorcycles and general tinkering. Dovid's favorite artist, M.C. Escher, reflects his love for intricate patterns and the endless possibilities of design — it’s no wonder his favorite part of the job is tackling tricky engineering problems. As a believer in balance in all things, he sees himself as a Bloom Chandelier. Having witnessed his blossoming as an engineer, we agree that’s a great fit.
Dina Lewis3D / Rendering Designer
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Dina Lewis3D / Rendering Designer
Dina’s role involves translating abstract ideas and concepts into visuals that not only capture the aesthetics, but also the functional aspects of the design. She’s been our alchemist since 2014, modeling products, architectural spaces, interior layouts, and renderings. Hailing from the heart of Israel, Dina moved here after architecture school. She’s always had a passion for design and fine art, particularly the work of Yayoi Kusama, which illustrates her love for intricate patterns. When she’s not creating with her coworkers, you can find her lacing up her running shoes or baking something sweet.
Loren AllistonProduction Manager
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Loren AllistonProduction Manager
As the leader of our Production team, Loren’s job is to ensure that each Shakúff fixture is created with utmost care and held to the highest standard of craftsmanship. Loren achieves this not only through his keen attention to detail, but also through his ability to lead with empathy and foster a close-knit team. Whether on the floor or at happy hour, you can always count on him to lend an ear. Loren came to us by way of an eclectic artistic journey. He cultivated a deep understanding of materials, fabrication, and the intricate production process through studies at Pratt Institute and eight years of invaluable experience alongside world-renowned artists like Matthew Barney and Diana Al-Hadid. His love of natural beauty extends outside the studio into his hobbies of gardening and hiking, while his imaginative side is evident in his love of science fiction.
Nicole ArenaSales & Business Development
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Nicole ArenaSales & Business Development
Nicole is a native New Yorker with a lifelong passion for the creative arts. Her background in music endowed her with a symphony of skills that translates perfectly into collaborating with other creatives and helping clients turn their ideas into radiant realities. When she’s not working to expand our business, you can find Nicole playing instruments, practicing yoga, or unleashing her inner power through boxing. She finds inspiration in travel and nature walks — and happy hour margaritas with the team. She’s always been fascinated with the mysteries and metaphors of the cosmos, so the Shakúff design that best represents her is, of course, Star.
Samantha GoldbergSales & Business Development
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Samantha GoldbergSales & Business Development
Samantha's artistic journey first ignited at the Culinary Institute of America. She worked as a Chef before finding her way to the world of jewelry sales, where she became a certified diamontologist. The next stage of her career sparked when she met Joseph and fell in love with his designs, and now Samantha loves working with clients to create pieces that reflect their personal style. Beyond the world of bespoke lighting, Samantha's time is illuminated by her two teen daughters as she guides them to chase their passions. Layered and sweet, she’s got a lot in common with our Honeycomb collection.
Elizabeth DiazProduction Logistics
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Elizabeth DiazProduction Logistics
Elizabeth finds constant inspiration from the city itself, her hometown. Her rosy disposition is a shining beacon for her coworkers at Shakúff. She believes in the magic of learning from the world around her, a philosophy that infuses her work with an authentic touch. Elizabeth’s dedication to self-improvement mirrors Shakúff's commitment to the art of creation, where each fixture is a pursuit of perfection. That dedication to actualization has also helped the company grow efficiently and ethically.
Camilo PrietoProduction Foreman
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Camilo PrietoProduction Foreman
Having grown up in Bogotá, Colombia, Camilo brings the warmth of his homeland to the heart of Shakúff's craftsmanship. His zeal for math and teaching make him the perfect person to lead training for production personnel, while his eye for detail guides our quality control process. He especially loves assisting on international installations, when his love for travel intersects with his passion for technology. As an engineer, Camilo finds satisfaction in optimizing production to improve quality. Outside of the studio, you can find him shooting photographs, admiring the work of sculptor Edgar Negret, programming, or working on plans for his future business.
Sophia HanProduct Design Intern
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Sophia HanProduct Design Intern
As our new product design intern, Sophia is our budding luminary. She is a recent graduate in Industrial Design at Pratt, where she arrived via Seoul and Vancouver. Sophia draws inspiration from nature, especially its forms and materials. She loves when creative ideas pop up unexpectedly — that’s what makes the design process so exciting for her. Whether she’s sketching by hand or digitally, or exploring through prototypes, Sophia takes a hands-on approach, often using whatever scrap materials are around. Inspiration frequently strikes at her deskside studio, where she moves around (sometimes even working on the floor!) to turn her ideas into tangible designs.
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Our Process
We’ve streamlined the customization process into four simple steps to bring you attainable bespoke fixtures that are limited only by your imagination.
