Our Story

Matthew Schwam, Founder of Wishing Lights, started his journey in New York City in 1999 with a commercial lighting design shop, building large scale displays for the most influential clients in the world.

His childhood was spent in his father’s design shop, learning the business and tagging along on buying trips to China and Taiwan. Important influences arrived from extensive world travel and the diversity, heartbeat and rhythm of New York City. His approach to design manifests itself in the nuances of form, quality and detail. His unique approach attracts a seasoned customer base demanding of uniquely branded product.

Wishing Lights adapts, reimagines and repurposes to consistently present new and surprising points of view to the market. Join our mission to create change and beauty in the world.

Serving Architects, Designers, Purchasing Professionals, Specifiers for Residential, Commercial, Hospitality, Development, Retail, E-commerce, Lifestyle Centers, Special Events and Home. Stocking Dealers, Wholesale Dealers and Designers welcome.

Here’s a great story about Matthew’s start in Experiential Lighting from The Wall Street Journal:

Decking the Halls (And Walls)

https://www.wsj.com/articles/SB119673263708512627

Make it glow.

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