Bert Frank has been awarded ‘Best Space Only Stand’ during the 2024 edition of Decorex. To mark the British lighting brand’s 10th year at the London design trade show, Bert Frank created two immersive exhibition spaces, the Renaissance stand and The Making Of stand, highlighting the artistry and craft behind its products.
Michael Evesque, Managing Director, Bert Frank, commented: “We are delighted and humbled that our 10th year at the show can be marked with being awarded such an accolade. The journey to create both stands was ambitious, but I am delighted that, together, they showcase the essence of Bert Frank.”
The Renaissance stand
Measuring 9.5 metres by six metres with a height of four metres, the Renaissance stand is the larger exhibit. It draws inspiration from Romanesque architecture, reflecting the structural and lighting aesthetics of the 10th to 12th centuries. The design is influenced by artistic styles of Fra Angelico and Piero Della Francesca, creating an immersive environment with stylised details. The stand references this architectural era, characterised by thick walls, minimal exterior openings and semi-circular arches, which offers a sense of stability and security on the show floor.
Key features include the centrally positioned Eos chandeliers, elegant wall-mounted lighting fixtures and seven Italian early Renaissance-inspired angels by artist Caroline Rose, displayed in a semi-circular apse area that evokes the stained-glass windows of medieval churches.
The aesthetic of the stand is mirrored in Bert Frank’s lighting designs. Geometric shapes, torches and Farol lighting, for example, have been displayed to create a contemplative, introspective environment, providing a sense of refuge and representing a bridge between past symbolism and modern design.
The Making Of stand
Situated next to the Renaissance stand, measuring nine metres in length, 3.5 metres in width and 3.6 metres in height, is The Making Of stand, which blends traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design.
The inspiration behind the slightly smaller exhibit was to showcase the makers’ creative processes and the intricate craftsmanship behind each Bert Frank design. The immersive experience invites visitors to explore the meticulous creative journey behind each of product.
Featuring a preview of new designs launching in 2025, the stand features the Bide wall light, with two new sizes that were introduced in summer 2024. Other products on display include the full Masina range of table lamps and wall lights and the Colt Hexagon and Octagon chandeliers, which combine traditional craftmanship with modern engineering.
The stand has been designed to encapsulate the innovative spirit that defines Bert Frank’s aesthetic. A prominent wall feature, for example, inspired by British artist Ben Nicholson, showcases the brand’s palette of colours and textures. The use of Unilin brushed–bronze laminate and double–chain–link archways creates a sense of lightness and transparency, while highlighting Bert Frank’s signature luxurious finishes.
The stands also have a strong emphasis on collaboration with renowned partners, such as London Display, Wall Rapture, Arte and Sylka Carpets.
