Founded in Vienna by Julius August Kalmar in 1881, Kalmar first specialized in the production of handcrafted objects of cast Bronze. Today, the Austrian family-owned business is one of the world's leading specialists in custom designed and manufactured solutions for lighting projects. Our know-how is based on decades of intensive, on-going development as well as partnerships with leading architects and designers.Lighting concepts range from bespoke chandeliers to contemporary decorative luminaires and functional lighting solutions. Our work can be found in some of the finest hotels and cruise ships, and many buildings of cultural significance around the world.Our policy is to focus all our activities on the human dimension. The expectations and requirements of our clients define the criteria for which a formal and functional lighting solution must be found. Therefore we attach utmost importance to the intensive exchange of information between all the involved parties and strict attention to the objectives and constraints in every phase of the project.Our aim is absolute perfection in compliance with international and national regulations and safety standards, in addition to craftsmanship and over a century of experience.