Tagged: Drew Dearwester
Design Build Cincy
Switch is happy to be a part of the first ever Design Build Cincy this year!
Design Build Cincy is a design showcase featuring a list of amazing designers and retailers such as Switch. It is going to take place inside of the historic and always impressive Music Hall located in Over the Rhine, Cincinnati. Drew and Bertie will be present to show off some of our fixtures and to answer your questions. Just stop by booth 99!
The show is taking place this weekend (November 1 & 2), and you can purchase tickets and check out a list of all the companies participating here. You can also get a sneak peak at some of the designer’s on the Design Build Cincy Facebook page.
We hope to see all of your lovely faces there!
Jerry Springer and Omarosa at Switch!
This past Saturday we hosted a small event here at Switch for Nina Turner in which a few celebrities attended. Jerry Springer and Omarosa were among our guests, and we were very happy to host them! Take a look at some of the photos from the event:
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- Jerry & Omarosa at Switch!
Graypants Visits Switch
We’ve recently received a visit from our Graypants rep, Mark, so that we could learn all there is to know about the fixtures they provide.
Graypants is located in Seattle, and is most well known for their scraplights series. The scraplights are made from recycled cardboard, and provide a lovely aesthetic and texture while being environmentally friendly.
Stop into Switch today to learn more about this fantastic product line as well as to see one in action!
Finding Your Perfect Fixture With Switch
Picking out the perfect fixture for you can be a daunting task. Today we are here to break down a few steps you can take to make the whole process a lot easier, and will guarantee you getting exactly what you need!
Step one: Finding your style
The first step to picking out a fixture may seem a bit obvious, but it is definitely one of the most important! To find something you like, you must first know WHAT you like. Do you tend to be drawn to more contemporary designs, or traditional? Simple and architectural, or something that will really stand out? What sort of finishes and colors do you like? While some of us already know the answer to all of these questions, the rest may have some difficulty. If that is your case, it helps to gain some inspiration! Go online and check out a few design sites. Save what you love and take note of what you don’t like. Get a few design magazines and do the same. Sometimes it helps to make something called a ‘mood board’. A mood board is basically a collection of things you like all gathered together! It’s a lot like making a scrapbook page.
Step two: Determine what you need
This is another question that some of you may already know the answer to, but knowing exactly what it is that you need will definitely speed up the fixture selecting process. First thing to consider is what type of fixture do you need? A suspension or ceiling mount? A sconce? Table lamp? Floor lamp? Outdoor? The answer to this can be found by determining what exactly the fixture will be used for and what it needs to accomplish. Do you need general lighting or task lighting? Is the fixture a decorative element or not?
Step three: Determine your budget
This step doesn’t need much explaining. Determine how much you are willing to spend on a fixture. Make sure to consider installation costs as well!
Step four: Come and see us!
Finally, come in to see us! Bring in some of your inspiration to inspire us as well. Once you have a good idea of what you like, need, and can afford, it will be a breeze finding the perfect fixture for you!
Project: Ascent Penthouse
Sharing another one of our past projects with you today! Check out these photos of our Ascent Penthouse project:
Amberly Village Contemporary
Hyde Park Observatory
Sharing another one of our past projects with you all today! Check out this home in Hyde Park (Cincinnati, OH) Drew worked on!
The Crane House
Crane House is located on the coast of Sonoma, CA. The craggy coastline features natural arches, long sandy beaches, secluded coves, open grasslands and forested hills. This is an ideal area for fishing, abalone diving, or just listening to the pounding of the surf and watching the sunset over the Pacific Ocean.
Our own Drew Dearwester was the head designer on this project, which was completed a few years back, but we’re still really proud of his accomplishments!
Check out the video and photos:
Our ICFF Favorites!
Hello, Friends!
As I’m sure most of you know, Switch was in New York for ICFF last week! (Check out our experence here!) Now that Drew and Bertie are settled back in Cincinnati, it’s time to share their favorite pieces from the show!
Drew’s Favorites
Plumage: New from Axo Lighting!
Plumage is a new large scale suspension and floor lamp collection by Axo Lighting. The fixture features a metal frame with fabric diffusers, and is available in seven different colors, or even multicolored!
Trapeze: By Light & Contrast!
Trapeze by Light & Contrast is a new LED table lamp with a full range of motion. It is available in two versions, one with an extra joint for more versatility, and one with a clean, straight arm.
Bertie’s Favorite
Scraplights: By Greypants!
The Scraplight from Greypants is available in a multitude of shapes, sizes, and configurations. Each lamp is constructed from laser cut, recycled cardboard!
Switch Goes to ICFF
Hello, Everyone!
Switch has returned from New York! It’s only fitting that we share some of our experiences at ICFF with you!
ICFF (International Contemporary Furniture Fair) is an event that occurs once a year. This year it boasted of 629 exhibits featuring manufactures from 38 different countries. The exhibits showcase everything from furniture to flooring and wall covering, and of course, lighting! Every year architects, designers, retailers, manufactures, and merchandisers come from all over to attend ICFF and get a peek at all of the fantastic new products! Drew and Bertie were very excited to have the opportunity to attend this year!
Take a look at some of the photos they took during all the excitement!
Check out our favorite ICFF fixtures here!
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