Metal Stamping & Fabrication for Lighting & Light Fixtures
At DureX Inc., we specialize in custom light fixture fabrication that blends engineering precision with creative design. Whether you’re outfitting a retail space, high-end restaurant, or architecturally distinct residence, our team brings your concept to life with custom pieces crafted for performance, beauty, and durability.
Located in Union, New Jersey, we proudly serve clients throughout the Northeast and across the country, delivering fixtures that elevate space and create memorable visual experiences.
Introduction to Custom Light Fixture Fabrication
Every space tells a story — and lighting is the voice that sets the tone. Custom light fixture fabrication is about more than illumination; it’s about creating a signature element that enhances ambiance, reflects brand identity, and fits seamlessly within a space’s design narrative.
From small-batch production to large-scale rollouts, DureX supports a wide range of clients — including retail chains, hospitality groups, architects, designers, and developers — with tailored lighting solutions built around project-specific needs. Our fabrication capabilities are not limited to a few options; we cover a broad spectrum of lighting needs to serve diverse requirements.
Whether it’s wall sconces for a boutique hotel, statement chandeliers for a flagship store, or functional custom lighting for a branded environment, we design and build fixtures that meet the highest standards for quality and aesthetics. In addition to core fabrication, DureX offers supplementary services that enhance the value of each project.
DureX’s shop and flagship projects are based in Brooklyn, where our team emphasizes local craftsmanship and in-house production.
We deliver custom lighting solutions to clients around the world, managing projects from concept to installation on a global scale.
What is Custom Lighting?
Custom lighting is the art and science of designing and fabricating lighting fixtures that are uniquely tailored to the needs of a specific project or space. Unlike off-the-shelf products, custom lighting allows clients to create fixtures—such as architectural lighting, wall sconces, and chandeliers—that perfectly match their vision and enhance the beauty of their environment. This process gives clients the freedom to select from a broad range of materials, finishes, and forms, ensuring that each fixture is not only functional but also a true reflection of the space’s character.
Whether you’re looking to create a dramatic statement piece for a hotel lobby or subtle accent lighting for a retail boutique, custom lighting solutions are designed to meet the exact requirements of your project. The result is lighting that not only illuminates but also elevates the atmosphere, making every space more inviting and memorable. By working closely with experts, clients can bring their ideas to life, creating fixtures that seamlessly integrate with the architecture and design, and ultimately enhance the overall experience for everyone who enters the space.
Why Choose DureX for Custom Lighting Projects
With over 75 years of manufacturing experience, DureX is one of the most established and versatile fabrication companies on the East Coast. We offer an end-to-end lighting fabrication process under one roof — combining design engineering, metalwork, electrical integration, and finishing all in our 120,000 sq. ft. Union, NJ facility.
What sets us apart:
Local Production: Faster turnaround and tighter quality control than overseas alternatives.
Cross-Industry Expertise: From medical to hospitality, we understand the nuances of your application.
Collaborative Process: We partner with your architects, designers, or in-house team to develop stunning fixtures — from concept to installation.
Certifications & Quality Assurance: ISO-compliant processes and thorough in-house testing ensure each fixture meets code and client expectations. DureX adheres to industry best practices in custom lighting fabrication, integrating traditional techniques with modern technology to deliver quality and innovation.
For custom inquiries or quotes, contact DureX today.
Our Custom Fabrication & Design Process
Custom doesn’t mean complicated — especially with a proven system in place. Here’s how we bring your vision to life:
Consultation & Concepting
We start by learning about your space, goals, and aesthetic vision. Sketches, inspiration photos, or CAD files — we adapt to your workflow. You can customize your lighting fixtures by selecting from a wide range of options to achieve a truly personalized design.Engineering & Prototyping
Our engineering team prepares detailed drawings and mock-ups for your approval. We offer prototype fabrication and lighting mock-ups for review.Materials & Manufacturing
From metals and glass to powder-coated finishes and CNC-machined elements, we select and shape materials to meet both form and function.Assembly & Testing
Every fixture is assembled, tested for quality and electrical compliance, and prepped for delivery or installation.Ongoing Support
Need revisions, spare parts, or multiple rollouts? Our team is available throughout the project lifecycle.
DureX has completed thousands of custom lighting projects and prototypes, demonstrating our expertise and capacity in delivering unique solutions.
Serving New York City, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and beyond with fast lead times and hands-on collaboration.
Types of Custom Light Fixtures We Fabricate
At DureX, custom means crafted for your space, not pulled from a catalog. We fabricate a broad range of custom lighting solutions — from single statement pieces to repeatable production runs — tailored to your project’s specific needs.
Here’s what we build:
Chandeliers: Grand, artistic focal points built to define entryways, dining spaces, or showrooms.
Pendants: Sleek or sculptural forms suspended for task or ambient lighting — ideal for retail counters, bars, lobbies, and retail spaces, enhancing both aesthetics and functionality.
Wall Sconces: Decorative and functional accent lighting that adds rhythm and elegance to vertical surfaces — perfect for retail spaces where both style and practicality are essential.
Table and Floor Lamps: Freestanding custom pieces designed for style and usability — perfect for lounges, suites, and commercial interiors.
Architectural Lighting: Fixtures integrated into millwork, ceilings, or architectural features — fabricated to exact scale and detail.
Statement & Specialty Fixtures: Bold, conversation-starting designs that double as functional art — ideal for hospitality and high-end commercial settings.
From minimalist modern to intricate traditional, our team is ready to bring your vision to life — at any scale.
Materials, Finishes, and Techniques
We offer one of the most versatile material libraries in the industry, along with advanced fabrication and finishing capabilities, all under one roof in Union, NJ.
Material Options Include:
Stainless steel, brass, aluminum, and copper
Acrylic, crystal, and specialty glass
Wood, composite, and mixed media upon request
Custom Finishes Available:
Powder coating (matte, gloss, texture)
Patinas (antique, oil-rubbed, verdigris)
Brushed and polished metals
Anodized and custom color-matched finishes
Techniques Used:
CNC machining and forming
Turret punching and laser cutting
TIG/MIG welding and brazing
Polishing, media blasting, and coating
Our finishing techniques add a final, decorative touch to each custom fixture. Every fixture is finished for both beauty and durability — designed to withstand the test of time in demanding commercial settings.
Technical Considerations in Custom Lighting
Behind every custom lighting fixture is a meticulous manufacturing process that blends artistry with engineering. When developing custom lighting, it’s essential to consider the unique technical requirements of each project. This begins with understanding the space—its dimensions, layout, and intended use—so that the lighting can be designed and built to deliver the right level of brightness, ambiance, and visual impact.
The process involves selecting the right materials and finishes to achieve both the desired look and long-term durability. Advanced techniques, such as 3D modeling and digital simulation, are often used to visualize and refine fixtures before production begins, ensuring that every detail aligns with the client’s expectations. Quality control is paramount; each fixture is rigorously tested to meet industry standards and certifications, such as UL or ETL, guaranteeing safety and reliability.
By focusing on these technical considerations, custom lighting manufacturers are able to create fixtures that are not only beautiful but also engineered to perform flawlessly in their intended environment. This attention to detail ensures that every custom piece is designed, built, and installed to meet the highest standards—delivering lighting solutions that are as functional as they are inspiring.
Architectural Lighting & Space Integration
Custom lighting must do more than just look good — it must work in harmony with the space.
At DureX, we understand the architectural demands of modern environments. Our fixtures are designed not only to enhance ambiance but to meet the functional, scale, and installation needs of your project.
Whether we’re collaborating with a national architectural firm or a local designer in New Jersey, we consider:
Ceiling height, clearance, and mounting conditions
Electrical requirements and integration with controls
Light output, diffusion, and color temperature
Assembly and installation constraints
We also fabricate mounting systems, junction box covers, and installation-ready components to streamline the final on—site experience and minimize disruption during buildouts or remodels.
Featured Projects / Gallery
Our portfolio reflects the versatility, creativity, and quality we bring to every custom lighting project. From upscale restaurants to national retail chains, DureX has delivered fixtures that elevate spaces and capture attention.
Here are a few examples:
Custom Pendant Series for Boutique Retailer – SoHo, NYC
A series of brushed brass pendant lights with frosted acrylic diffusers. Designed to align with the brand’s minimal aesthetic while providing soft, even lighting over product displays. We engineered custom mounting plates for seamless ceiling integration.
Statement Chandelier – Hotel Lobby in Jersey City, NJ
A 7-foot sculptural chandelier fabricated from powder-coated aluminum and crystal elements. Built in modular sections for transport and easy on-site installation. Dimmable LED integration ensures ambiance shifts with time of day.
Wall Sconce Collection – Upscale Restaurant in Montclair, NJ
Dozens of custom wall sconces were built using hand-formed steel and oil-rubbed bronze finish. The design included matching wall plates fabricated to hide existing junction box inconsistencies — saving the client from costly rewiring.
Architectural Fixture Integration – Corporate HQ, Philadelphia
Fabricated recessed ceiling panels with built-in LED lighting for a high-tech boardroom. Integrated seamlessly into the acoustic ceiling system and tied into the building’s smart lighting controls.
Each project began with a vision and was brought to life through engineering collaboration, material expertise, and fabrication precision, right here in our Union, NJ facility.
Benefits of Custom Lighting Fixtures
Choosing custom lighting from DureX offers more than just design freedom — it provides tangible value:
Tailored to Fit
Designed to complement your architecture, brand, and specific lighting goals.Built to Last
Our fixtures are engineered and assembled with commercial-grade durability and precise tolerances.Reflects Your Brand or Style
Whether bold and modern or understated and classic, your lighting becomes a signature element.Streamlined Execution
Local fabrication means faster lead times, direct communication, and reduced risk compared to offshore vendors.One Partner, Full Support
From early-stage mock-ups to final install support, you work with one expert team throughout.
Whether you’re outfitting a high-end lounge, renovating a retail space, or opening a new hospitality concept, custom lighting adds character, cohesion, and performance to your proje
Designing Your Own Pendant Light or Fixture
Have a vision for something truly original? At DureX, we welcome collaboration and help you turn sketches, ideas, or inspirations into fully engineered, buildable custom fixtures.
Whether you’re a lighting designer, architect, general contractor, or business owner, we guide you through the creation process step-by-step:
What We Offer:
Concept Development
Start with your idea — we’ll refine it with you through CAD modeling, mock-ups, or physical prototypes.Material & Finish Selection
Choose from a wide array of metals, glass, finishes, and mounting systems to match your space and brand identity.Size & Shape Customization
Every detail — from scale and drop length to lighting performance — is adjusted to suit your environment.Prototyping & Small-Batch Runs
Need to test a design before full rollout? We offer fast prototyping services and low-volume production — ideal for pilot installations or staged rollouts.Production Ready Fixtures
Once approved, we manufacture and assemble your fixtures to exacting standards, right here in Union, NJ.
From a single centerpiece pendant for a luxury residence to hundreds of matching fixtures for a retail brand — we make it possible to build something no one else has.
Meet the Team Behind the Fixtures
Behind every custom lighting solution is a team of engineers, artisans, and project managers committed to excellence.
At DureX, our people are the difference. We combine precision fabrication knowledge with an artist’s eye — bringing both design sensitivity and engineering rigor to every project.
What sets our team apart:
Multidisciplinary Skillsets
Lighting specialists, mechanical engineers, CAD experts, CNC operators, finishers, and assemblers work together under one roof.Attention to Detail
Every curve, connection, and finish is reviewed through the lens of quality, safety, and long-term performance.Client Collaboration
We don’t just “build to spec.” We ask the right questions, challenge ideas when needed, and help make every fixture the best it can be.Commitment to Craft
Many of our team members have been with DureX for over a decade — and it shows in their craftsmanship.
When you partner with DureX, you gain access to a team that takes great pride in every custom piece we produce.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the typical lead time for a custom lighting project?
Lead times vary based on complexity and volume, but most custom lighting projects take between 4 to 10 weeks from concept approval to delivery. Rush production may be available depending on the scope and schedule.
Can you fabricate a fixture based on my design or sketch?
Absolutely. We regularly work from client-supplied concepts, mood boards, or hand-drawn sketches. Our engineering team will translate your idea into a build-ready format and collaborate with you on refinements.
What is the minimum order quantity for custom light fixtures?
We specialize in both one-off statement pieces and small to mid-size production runs. There’s no strict minimum — our focus is on delivering high-quality, project-specific solutions at any scale.
Do you provide installation support?
While DureX doesn’t perform on-site installations, we fabricate with installation in mind. That includes preparing mounting systems, hardware kits, and providing detailed diagrams and tech specs. We also coordinate with your contractors or installers to ensure a smooth setup.
Can I tour your facility in Union, NJ?
Yes! We welcome visits to our 120,000 sq. ft. facility to see our custom fabrication process in action. It’s a great way to better understand our capabilities and meet the team behind your project.
Do you offer mock-ups or prototypes before production?
Yes, we offer mock-ups, renderings, and prototype samples as part of our process, especially for more complex or high-visibility projects.
What types of clients do you typically work with?
We serve a wide range, from independent designers and boutique hospitality brands to large commercial developers and national retail chains. Whether you’re launching a flagship store or renovating a restaurant, we adapt to your needs.
