September has a way of making us look at our spaces a little differently. As summer winds down and the days begin to get shorter, lighting becomes an even more important part of how a room feels, functions, and comes to life. The right fixture can add warmth, introduce texture, create a focal point, or completely transform the atmosphere of a space. This September, Earth Elements is shining a light on three decorative lighting brands that bring their own distinctive point of view to the world of design: Palecek, Kuzco Lighting, and Life is Beautiful & Company. (Lib&Co.). From natural, hand-crafted materials to cutting-edge LED technology and sculptural statement pieces, these collections prove that beautiful lighting is about so much more than simply brightening a room.
Founded in 1974 by Allan and Nancy Palecek, Palecek has spent more than five decades developing a signature approach to design rooted in natural materials, global craftsmanship, and contemporary styling. Allan Palecek was inspired by the weaving traditions he encountered while serving in Southeast Asia, eventually bringing that appreciation for artisan techniques into the American furnishings market. Today, the family-owned company creates furniture, lighting, accessories, and outdoor pieces that pair traditional craftsmanship with fresh, modern design. Palecek's decorative lighting collection is especially recognizable for its use of organic materials such as abaca, rattan, rope, wood, and woven fibers. From softly sculptural pendants to oversized chandeliers and elegant sconces, the fixtures bring warmth and texture into a room while maintaining a polished, elevated aesthetic. The Ibiza and Seville collections are great examples, with hand-woven abaca creating dimensional silhouettes that feel both relaxed and sophisticated. Palecek is also continuing to expand its lighting offering, with more than 100 pieces currently featured in its All New Lighting collection, including new introductions from 2026 and updated designs across collections such as Ibiza, Seville, Virginia, and Selita. For September, when interiors naturally begin to lean toward warmer and cozier finishes, Palecek's combination of natural texture and ambient illumination feels particularly right at home.
Since its founding in 2006 by Nathan Yang, Kuzco Lighting has built its reputation around contemporary design, innovative LED technology, and an impressive breadth of lighting solutions. The company began in Surrey, British Columbia, and has grown into a family-owned lighting group with locations throughout North America, including Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Dallas, and New York. Even the name has an interesting story: inspired by the historic Peruvian city of Cuzco, Yang adapted the spelling to "Kuzco" as a connection between Incan creativity and his Chinese heritage. Today, Kuzco offers an extensive range of chandeliers, pendants, linear pendants, sconces, vanity lighting, flush mounts, architectural lighting, exterior lighting, landscape lighting, and lamps. Its contemporary designs make it easy to bring both visual impact and high-performance illumination into a project, with LED technology playing a major role throughout the collection. And there is plenty happening at Kuzco right now. Its current New Arrivals collection includes more than 150 products, with 130 designated as 2026 releases, including the new Bosco collection of chandeliers, wall sconces, and semi-flush mounts. Kuzco has also continued expanding its capabilities through the acquisition of Auroralight and, more recently, Insight Lighting, bringing additional expertise in luxury outdoor and architectural lighting to the Kuzco Group. The result is a brand that feels perfectly suited to the changing seasons: sleek, sophisticated, technologically advanced, and ready to make a statement.
Life is Beautiful & Company, known as Lib&Co., takes decorative lighting in a wonderfully artistic direction. Founded by industry veteran Tony Zitoli, whose career spans more than 40 years, the company was created with the goal of redefining high-end decorative lighting through expressive design, craftsmanship, and personalized service. The name itself comes from the company's guiding philosophy: Life Is Beautiful. Lib&Co. specializes in bold, sculptural chandeliers and custom creations that treat lighting as an architectural element and a piece of art rather than simply a source of illumination. Its portfolio includes chandeliers, pendants, ceiling mounts, and wall mounts, with collections ranging from the organic, textural Molfetta to the energetic, starburst-inspired Volterra. The company is also embracing new creative collaborations, including the Brian Gluckstein for Lib&Co. collection. The collection introduces a refined, contemporary perspective through pieces such as the Nuvola collection, which pairs sculptural forms with natural alabaster and LED technology. For projects that call for something truly memorable, Lib&Co. also offers custom capabilities, allowing designers to collaborate on scale, materials, and details to create a fixture specifically tailored to a space. In other words, when the goal is to make the lighting the moment, Lib&Co. certainly knows how to make an entrance.
As September brings a fresh season of inspiration, it is the perfect time to reconsider how lighting can shape the spaces we live, work, and gather in. Whether your style leans toward the natural textures of Palecek, the sleek innovation of Kuzco, or the artistic drama of Lib&Co., the right fixture can bring an entirely new energy to a room. At Earth Elements, our extensive selection of high-end finishes is curated to help bring every detail of your project together beautifully. Make an appointment at your nearest Earth Elements showroom and let our product specialists help you explore the possibilities. From finding the perfect statement chandelier to selecting the finishing touches that make a space feel complete, our team is here to make the process inspiring, seamless, and—most importantly—a little brighter.
