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Designer-First by Design: Inside Union’s Creative Community

Step through the doors of Union and you feel it immediately—a bond, a sense of belonging. Designers linger over glowing fixtures, clients compare finishes in person, and conversations flow as easily as light. Union Lighting has always been more than a showroom; it’s a place of connection and kinship. This is where Canada's design community gathers to spark ideas, refine details, and move projects forward.

Designer-First by Design: Inside Union’s Creative Community
Designer-First by Design: Inside Union’s Creative Community

 

Union was built with designers in mind—not just as a shop, but as a place to connect, collaborate, and make real projects happen.

A Designer‑First Approach

Great projects start with the right support. That’s why Union’s trade program isn’t an afterthought; it’s a commitment. Qualified members receive personalized discounts with no minimum purchase, plus larger savings for loyal partnerships. Over 300 brands are at your fingertips, with insider access to new collections and trends. Need product expertise? Union’s team helps source, presents alongside you, and even tracks orders. Real‑time availability tools and customizable wish lists make planning effortless, while flexible storage solutions let you coordinate deliveries on your timeline. It’s everything a designer needs—without the noise.

Explore more about our Trade Program and discover how it supports your projects.

More Than Products—A Place to Exchange Ideas

Union’s showroom isn’t just stocked; it’s staged. Galleries are curated by brand to help you feel scale, finish, and context. Newly renovated and expanded, the space is modern yet welcoming. Exclusive lines such as Visual Comfort Signature and Studio M sit beside favourites like Currey & Co, Hudson Valley, Regina Andrew and Armac Martin, inviting you to discover new textures and forms. High‑end touches—iPads and visual monitors—let you compare pieces on the fly while interior designers and lighting specialists guide the journey. Union’s commitment to community shows in its layout: the showroom encourages conversation and collaboration, not a quick transaction.

Experience the space yourself by booking a consultation or stopping by seven days a week.

Events, Conversations & Real Connections

Community is at the heart of Union. When the newly renovated showroom was unveiled, more than 200 guests—designers, trade members and loyal clients—filled the 25,000‑square‑foot space. Live music floated through the galleries, sushi and appetizers fueled conversations, and brand representatives shared insights. It wasn’t a party for party’s sake; it was proof that design thrives on connection. Union regularly hosts book launches, designer talks, and collaborative evenings that bring creatives together. If you missed the last event, stay tuned—there are always more opportunities on the horizon.

Keep an eye on our Events page to join the next gathering.

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If You’re a Designer, You’re Home Here

Union is where designers find not just products but fellowship. It’s a space where connections become collaborations, where a network of experts and peers supports your vision. If you crave a showroom that values relationships over transactions, a team that genuinely cares about your success, and a community that feels like kinship, then Union is your place.

Visit our showroom to experience the glow in person, or explore our collections online. Designers, welcome home.

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