The Rise of Art4Light
Founded in 2007 by the dynamic husband-wife duo of Tom Van Buuren and Irma Lankhaar, Art4Light embarked on a journey to shake up the local lighting game. What began as a modest endeavor burgeoned into a thriving enterprise, fueled by a passion for Casambi and a commitment to excellence.
To be found in Uithoorn, a stone’s throw away from Amsterdam, Art4Light‘s premises amply reflect their vision. Here, amid the cozy warmth of their setup, one encounters the marriage of lighting artistry and control technology. Casambi is everywhere. Years prior, the picture was very different. Initially, their focus was on the integration of KNX systems and smart controls, reflecting Irma’s fervent desire in the early noughties to carve her niche in the lighting market.
However, it was in 2014 that the winds of change swept through Art4Light’s domain, carrying with them the seeds of Casambi. Like a revelation, Casambi offered Tom and Irma a glimpse into a future where lighting transcended mere functionality and evolved into a fully immersive experience. Recognizing the transformative potential of this technology, Tom and Irma embarked on a new venture, dedicated solely to selling the virtues of Casambi.
The transition was seamless, fueled by years of experience and a shared conviction in Casambi’s merits. As the Netherlands and Belgium bore witness to the dawn of a new wireless era in lighting, Art4Light emerged as its vanguard. Today, they stand as the preeminent purveyors of Casambi, with a singular focus on its promotion and support.
At the helm of Art4Light’s operations lies their dedication to customer service. With two locations strategically situated near Schiphol Amsterdam, their multi-storey 360 m2 Casambi Showroom and Warehouse never cease to serve. Open seven days a week, by appointment, these sanctuaries welcome enthusiasts and professionals alike, offering an opportunity to learn everything there is to know about Casambi.
“Our dedicated focus is clear. We strive to empower electricians and lighting designers with the transformative potential of Casambi. We don’t pursue OEM partnerships, but if the call comes from them, we’ll answer. Crucially, we don’t use Casambi for own commercial projects. Our commitment lies in illuminating the path for others, not in casting light upon ourselves.”
“With approximately 400 B2B clients, we serve as the go-to Casambi helpdesk for our region, offering ad hoc and instant support for our partners. Moreover, we extend the opportunity to rent our entire showroom for those seeking to promote or sell their own Casambi products and services, with our expertise within an ear’s shot if needed. Whether it’s soft- or hardware needs, we’re here to provide assistance whenever required.” – Tom Van Buuren, Co-founder of Art4Light.
Commitment to education and empowerment is central to their ethos. As 4C-certified Casambi training partners, they equip individuals and businesses with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the complexities of modern lighting systems and to harness the technology to bring the wildest of lighting ideas to life. From introductory sessions to specialized workshops and the Casambi Enhanced training, they demystify the intricacies of Casambi, fostering a community of informed enthusiasts and professionals.
“We take pride in arranging specialized workshops, covering such topics as Casambi-DALI master configuration, to provide valuable education opportunities. Additionally, we offer our expertise to partners by assisting with commissioning and custom profile settings. Furthermore, we host introduction sessions for those hesitant to embrace Casambi, where skeptics have left impressed and enlightened, affirming their decision to choose Casambi by day’s end.”
Seeing them in action, training newbies in their spectacular 12-person ‘Casambi Cockpit’ that’s fitted with 2 85” HD screens to work on, one thing becomes abundantly clear; that journey towards enlightenment begins with a single spark, and Art4Light is leading the way.
Committed to exemplary customer service and proactive in meeting the needs of their clientele, ‘With handshakes to all Casambi manufacturers worldwide’ as Tom puts it, Art4Light ensures that all Casambi Ready components (some 300+ across 16 collections) showcased on their website are readily available in their warehouse. With same-day delivery via courier for orders placed before 16:00 hrs, they speedily bring Casambi to those who require it. We are delighted to have Art4Light as a valued ally in our journey.
If you, too, would like to become a Casambi partner, get in touch!
