Pablo Designs

Pablo Designs
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Pablo believes that the right light can transform any environment. Pablo Designs is committed to creating lasting solutions that provide a lifetime of illumination. By fusing the highest technical sensibilities with the most appropriate material palette, Pablo is able to create unique, timeless designs with the power to transform any environment. Pablo was founded in San Francisco in 1993 by Venezuelan-born industrial designer Pablo Pardo. Embracing a less-is-more ideology, Pablo frequently challenges traditional design metaphors, developing more practical solutions distilled down to their essence, form and light.

Pablo Designs unveils a captivating display of lighting innovation at 3daysofdesign. The centerpiece is the modular totem collection, crafted from mouth-blown opal glass, offering endless design possibilities. Alongside gleams the Bola collection, its seductive curves echoing the allure of its namesake. Visitors can also explore portable lighting solutions like the versatile Nivél, the charming Candela, and the elegant Lucy. Pablo's unwavering commitment to simplicity and utility shines through each piece. By marrying technical mastery with thoughtful materials, Pablo Designs elevates lighting to an art form, imbuing any space with timeless elegance.

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