Color-forward, made-to-order lighting and hardware that brings confidence and personality to every space you create.
What We Stand For
Expressive, intentional, and central to the design. Never an afterthought.
Made-to-order is core. We build fixtures to fit your vision, not the other way around.
Made with care, skill, and attention to detail. Built to last, not to be replaced.
Assured, knowledgeable, clear. We stand behind our designs, process, and people.
Our Story
Dutton Brown began in 2013 with a simple idea: lighting should never be boring. Founded by designer Zach Dutton and engineer Thomas Brown, we started as an Etsy shop offering one handcrafted light fixture.
Today, we're a Minneapolis design studio producing over 200 customizable lighting and hardware products — each made-to-order, color-forward, and designed to make a statement.
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Why Dutton Brown
Intentional and cohesive across products, finishes, and collections.
Every piece built specifically for you, without sacrificing quality.
Control over quality, timelines, and execution from our studio.
Faster and more predictable than traditional custom manufacturers.
Samples, specs, CAD/Revit files, and clear communication for pros.
Confident, clever, approachable — never stiff, never pretentious.
"Colorful lighting that's actually well-made. Customizable without being overwhelming. High-end but fun."— How our customers describe us
For Designers & Architects
Samples, CAD files, fast lead times, and a team that understands professional workflows. We're built to be your lighting partner.
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