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BRAND VAN EGMOND is a Dutch design brand and an international trendsetter in exclusive handcrafted
lighting.
The brand and studio were founded in 1989 by William Brand and Annet van Egmond, two pioneer artists
with the sole intension to create art without restraints. William Brand (1963) and Annet van Egmond (1964)
graduated at the Utrecht School of the Arts in the Netherlands, where he was trained as an architect and she
as a sculptor. They have been working as independent product designers for over 24 years. Their first lighting
sculpture became an instant icon.
Their passion for lighting sculptures has resulted in an impressive collection, with yearly additions of new
designs. As all their lights are handmade, they are frequently asked to customise for specific clients and projects
across the world. From their base in Naarden, The Netherlands they operate in over 60 countries, with a clientele
ranging from Royals to Rappers. Several leading luxury brands like Chopard, Neuhaus and Louis Vuitton
have made the lighting sculptures of Brand van Egmond part of their retail identity.
Both William and Annet continue to welcome requests from architects, designers and clients who seek their
help in order to translate specific wishes into beautiful handcrafted lighting sculptures.
Through the selected images in this book of projects around the world we hope to inspire you, just as we have
been inspired by anecdotes and specific requests from you.
Prelude
