Precision-engineered architectural, commercial, and hospitality OEM/ODM lighting solutions built to project exact specifications.
Metal & Wood Finishes
In-House Quality Control
Custom Scale Capability
Certified Fabrication
In the contemporary landscape of international architectural design, commercial real estate development, and luxury hospitality procurement, standard off-the-shelf luminaire catalogues frequently fail to meet nuanced design intents, complex plenum space constraints, and strict code compliance mandates. As a premier original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and original design manufacturer (ODM), our custom fabrication ecosystem bridges the critical gap between conceptual lighting renders and fully certified, specification-grade lighting hardware.
Operating with a vertically integrated manufacturing structure, every custom fixture—from bespoke 9-foot vertical wall sconces for landmark historic renovations to massive multi-tiered lobby chandeliers and ADA-compliant corridor sconces—is drafted, laser-cut, CNC machined, hand-finished, wired, and photometrically tested under a single roof. This single-source engineering approach gives lighting designers, interior architects, and procurement agencies complete control over material honesties, physical proportions, optical distributions, and intelligent dimming protocols.
Our state-of-the-art fabrication facility is equipped with advanced multi-axis fiber lasers, precision tube benders, automated spinning lathes, and dedicated hand-patina stations. By retaining total ownership over raw material processing—including architectural brass, marine-grade aluminum, structural stainless steel, and natural hardwoods—we eliminate supplier reliance delays and maintain traceable quality control at every stage of production.
Turnaround detailed CAD shop drawings, 3D Revit/BIM models, and photometrically modeled IES files within 48 to 72 hours for submittal approval.
Select from hand-applied antique brass patinas, satin nickel, electroplated bronze, real timber veneers, and hand-stitched linen or silk shade media.
Engineering fixtures to meet strict international standards, including UL, ETL, CE, SAA, damp-location ratings, and ADA 4-inch profile restrictions.
The global contract lighting sector is undergoing a profound paradigm shift driven by digital digitization, decarbonization policies, and human-centric wellness design standards (WELL Building Standard v2). Commercial specifiers and real estate developers no longer evaluate lighting purely on visual aesthetics; lighting systems are evaluated as dynamic digital assets embedded in the building's smart automation infrastructure.
Modern lighting procurement requires complete protocol flexibility. OEM custom fabrications must now natively accommodate internal digital drivers supporting 0-10V, Phase-cut, DALI-2, Zigbee 3.0, and wireless Mesh networks (Casambi, Matter). Modern office environments and high-end hospitality suites require individual fixture addressability, energy metering, and dynamic scene setting without external bulky gear boxes that compromise architectural aesthetics.
With research proving the biological impact of light spectrums on human melatonin production and cognitive focus, OEM manufacturers are integrating multi-channel LED engines capable of smooth 1800K to 6500K Tunable White dimming along a blackbody locus. High color fidelity—defined by CRI > 95, R9 > 80, and TM-30-18 color gamut ratings—is becoming a mandatory standard across high-end commercial office spaces, healthcare environments, and luxury residential developments.
Under strict ESG framework criteria and circular economy regulations, lighting fixtures must be engineered for full repairability, upgradability, and eventual disassembly. Our ODM manufacturing process utilizes modular LED light engines and driver plates held with standardized physical fasteners rather than permanent potting resins or glues. This allows facility management teams to upgrade LED drivers or LED arrays in 10 years without replacing the custom architectural housing.
| Specification Parameter | Standard Commercial Grade | ILEX Architectural OEM/ODM Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Color Consistency (MacAdam Ellipse) | 5-Step SDCM | ≤ 2-Step / 3-Step MacAdam Ellipse |
| Color Rendering Index (CRI) | CRI 80+ | CRI 95+ (R9 > 80, TM-30 Rf > 93) |
| Driver Protocol Flexibility | Fixed 0-10V or Phase-cut | Integrated DALI-2, Zigbee 3.0, Casambi, Mains Dim |
| Housing Materials | Stamped Sheet Steel / Thin Plastic | Heavy-Gauge Brass, Aluminum Extrusions, Solid Hardwoods |
| Custom Scale & Mounting | Fixed Factory Dimensions | 100% Scalable Drop Lengths, Diameters & Backplates |
| Warranty & Life Expectancy | 1 to 3 Years (Disposability) | 5 to 10 Years (Modular Circular Design) |
Procuring large-scale lighting packages for major international hotel chains (e.g., Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt), commercial headquarters, or multi-family real estate developments demands rigorous supply chain risk mitigation. Cost overruns and project schedule slip often stem from improper submittal packages, unverified photometrics, or overseas freight bottlenecks. Partnering with a proven OEM/ODM manufacturer minimizes total cost of ownership (TCO) through strategic project phases:
A frequent point of failure in commercial lighting procurement occurs when decorative fixtures fail to hit required foot-candle levels on task surfaces. During our OEM engineering review, we provide full AGi32 photometric calculations and photometer IES files. This guarantees that decorative pendants, flush mounts, and sconces actively contribute to space ambient lighting levels while controlling glare via engineered acrylic, frosted glass, or micro-prismatic optical diffusers.
For large hospitality rollouts involving hundreds of guestrooms or expansive public banquet spaces, physical mock-ups are critical. We offer accelerated physical sample fabrication. Mock-up units allow the project design team, general contractor, and electrical subcontractor to verify physical finish patinas, mounting plate structural points, junction box clearance, and dimming compatibility with specified building control systems prior to mass factory production.
By balancing domestic hand-assembly with automated precision machining, our OEM/ODM production pipeline dynamically scales from boutique single-item custom fixtures to multi-thousand-unit guestroom contract runs. Dual-source component procurement guarantees uninterrupted component supply for time-sensitive construction milestones.
Essential guidance on custom modification capabilities, compliance standards, and order workflows.
Yes. Every luminaire in our product line can be custom-scaled by diameter, total overall drop length, mounting canopy footprint, and arm extension. Because our hand-assembly workshop operates alongside our engineering department, we re-engineer internal structural framing and optical positioning to ensure uniform illumination across any custom proportion—from a 24-inch dining globe to a 9-foot vertical lobby sconce.
We provide over 30 standard metal finishes (including hand-applied patinas, satin brass, brushed nickel, oil-rubbed bronze, and matte black powder coats), natural hardwood veneers (walnut, oak, maple), and premium shade textiles (linen, silk, parchment). Physical finish swatches and submittal plates are dispatched directly to design firms upon request for client board approvals.
Absolutely. All engineered fixtures are manufactured to specification-grade standards and tested to comply with UL 1598, CSA C22.2, CE, and SAA requirements. We routinely design ADA-compliant wall sconces with projections under 4 inches for public corridors, as well as IP65-rated damp/wet location fixtures for outdoor entryways, spa zones, and hotel bathrooms.
To start a project, send your architectural elevations, design sketches, or reference imagery along with target photometric requirements to our engineering team. We review the drawings and generate a comprehensive submittal package containing 2D dimensioned shop drawings, material specifications, driver electrical details, pricing tiers, and estimated production lead times.
Our luminaires support all global dimming protocols, including TRIAC/ELV phase-cut, 0-10V analog dimming, DALI-2 digital addressable lighting interfaces, and wireless mesh protocols such as Zigbee 3.0, Casambi, and Matter. Driver selection is verified against your control specification before production starts.
Initial CAD shop drawings are typically turned around in 48–72 hours. Prototype and physical mock-up samples are generally fabricated in 2 to 3 weeks following design freeze approval. Mass production lead times range from 4 to 8 weeks depending on batch volume, material complexity, and custom patina requirements.
Connect directly with our senior application engineers and project managers. Receive CAD shop drawings, physical finish samples, and comprehensive factory quotes tailored to your exact bill of materials.
