Specifying decorative lighting for commercial projects can often feel fragmented. Inspiration sits in one place, technical information in another, and product selection somewhere else entirely. Designers and specifiers are expected to move between moodboards, spreadsheets, supplier catalogues and project notes while trying to maintain a cohesive vision for the space.
As projects become more design-led and timelines move faster, there is increasing demand for tools and resources that support the specification process more effectively.
That thinking is what sits behind Chantelle Studio.
Currently in development and launching later this year, Chantelle Studio is being created as a dedicated resource for interior designers, specifiers and professional clients working across hospitality and commercial interiors.
Rather than functioning as a traditional trade portal, the aim is to create a more considered environment that supports project planning, product discovery and inspiration in one place.
A more curated approach to specification
One of the challenges within decorative lighting specification is balancing creativity with practicality. Designers need access to inspiration and new ideas, but they also need clear information, streamlined product discovery and confidence in what will work commercially within a project.
Chantelle Studio is being designed to bridge that gap.
The platform will provide access to curated collections, project inspiration and tools intended to make product sourcing and selection more intuitive for design professionals. The focus is not simply on displaying products, but on helping designers build cohesive schemes and navigate specification decisions more efficiently.
This curated approach also reflects how many commercial projects are now developed. Increasingly, designers are looking for suppliers who can support the broader design process, rather than simply providing individual products.
Supporting hospitality and commercial projects
The first phase of Chantelle Studio is being shaped around the needs of hospitality and commercial interiors, including hotels, restaurants, bars, retail spaces and designer-led residential projects.
Lighting within these environments needs to do more than provide illumination. It shapes atmosphere, supports customer experience and contributes to how a brand or space is perceived.
As a result, specifying decorative lighting has become a much more considered process. Designers are often looking for:
- Greater flexibility during project development
- Easier access to inspiration and collections
- Support in building layered lighting schemes
- More efficient product selection and comparison
Chantelle Studio is being developed with these priorities in mind.
What designers can expect
At launch, Chantelle Studio will introduce a range of features aimed at supporting professional users throughout the design process.
This will include:
- Early access to selected product launches
- Curated collections and inspiration
- Price guidance indicators across products
- Project planning support
- A more streamlined browsing experience for trade clients
The intention is to create a platform that feels genuinely useful within the flow of a live project, rather than simply acting as a product library.
Creating a more connected design experience
Alongside the launch of The Journal, Chantelle Studio forms part of a wider shift toward creating a more connected online experience for designers and specifiers.
The Journal has been introduced to provide inspiration, guidance and insight around hospitality and commercial lighting design. Chantelle Studio will build on that foundation by offering a more practical and project-focused layer for professional users.
Together, these platforms are intended to support the earlier stages of project development, where designers are researching concepts, exploring finishes and building schemes before formal specification begins.
Looking ahead
As Chantelle Studio moves into development, the focus remains on creating a resource that feels thoughtful, practical and aligned with the needs of modern commercial interiors.
More information will be shared ahead of launch, including access details and additional features currently being developed.
For designers and specifiers working across hospitality and commercial projects, Chantelle Studio aims to become a valuable new resource within the specification process.