How to Make a Statement with Julie Neill's Unique Lighting Designs

Lighting is more than just illuminating a room for Julie Neill, who designs chandeliers, sconces, and other fixtures for clients from her New Orleans studio. "I trust in the power of light. It's a positive energy in the world," she says. "I consider what I create to be art, and creating art that energises a space is really a dream come true".

Julie Neill grew up in New Orleans, where her passion of beautiful things began. She has always been inspired by the creative spirit that gave birth to this gorgeous, historic, and one-of-a-kind city. She is constantly influenced by the tropical weather, the breathtaking architecture, and the unconventional way of living.

With over 20 years of experience, Julie has established herself as a trusted designer for unique, vintage-inspired light fixtures that solely focus on a classically feminine aesthetic and make use of luxurious materials such as gold leaf, crystal, and plaster.

It's a look that affects everything she touches, including her collection with Visual Comfort and her historic New Orleans house, which is filled with—surprise, surprise—plenty of her stunning designs. "When I sit down and get comfortable in my home, my gaze is drawn to the magnificent pieces in the ceiling," she says. "Everyone should experience the excitement of a large spectacular piece of lighting."

"It is both the art and craft of creating bespoke lighting that is the driving force behind what we do. Our collection is inspired by the desire to create timeless, elegant works of art"

-Julie Neill

Why Choose Julie Neill Designs

Julie Neill is one of our favourite designers because of the particular feminine yet vintage-inspired vibe she gives to her pieces. Julie's designs focus on the classics, pieces that will last you a lifetime, yet she adds a personal youthful twist to each fixture.

She is dedicated to designing stunning unique lighting fixtures. Julie is inspired by the desire to create classic, elegant, artistic lighting that will showcase her love of design. Julie is known for designing everything by hand, which results in stunning fixtures that are created and rendered in her New Orleans studio. When you choose a fixture by Julie Neill, you are not only getting a spectacular one-of-a-kind fixture, but you are also choosing a passionate designer.

Design Process of the Karissa Table Lamp & the Alberto Wall Sconce

Drawings of the Alberto Wall Sconce & Talia Chandelier

With one glance at Julie Neill's workstation, it's clear she's not the AutoCAD type of person. Sure, she can use the software program, but she prefers the art class approach for creating initial prototypes or testing out new designs. The walls and tables in her studio are covered in a variety of materials ranging from metal forms to wire, chain, glass, and endless pencil sketches. She'll even draw out on her designs on the floor. She's a very hands-on type of woman who loves to make each piece of lighting feel as though it was custom-made just for you. That's the beauty of choosing lighting by Julie Neill!

Featuring Our Talia Chandelier

Designed by Julie Neill for Visual Comfort, the Talia Collection combines beautiful swirled clear glass balls in an organic pattern for an eye-catching lighting fixture. The Talia Collection is a well-known product from Visual Comfort that can add a lot of character and dimension to any space. This stunning, one-of-a-kind design is available as a wall sconce, flush mount, linear suspension, or chandelier, depending on your needs.

Featuring Our Alberto Chandelier

Featuring Our Silva Chandelier

Chandeliers hang in nearly every room of Julie’s home. Julie believes a chandelier is the ultimate statement piece to a room and that everyone should use as much light as possible. "Give yourself the opportunity to have as much light as you could ever need in a room,” Julie says. This means adding a chandelier with several arms, wall sconces, hanging pendants, and lamps. She believes in the power of light, and how much positive energy lighting can give off!

Featuring Our Farfalle Chandelier

Between the material quality and durability from Visual Comfort, as well as the design and historic elements of Julie Neill, this collection is truly one-of-a-kind. Julie's designs so effortlessly display a vintage-feminine influence. Any of her fixtures are sure to create a statement in your home!

Union Team at Market in Dallas, TX with Julie and Isabelle Neill

Julie Neill Gallery at Union Lighting

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Designs by Julie Neill

Talia Chandelier

Lorino Chandelier

Alberto Table Lamp

Acadia Chandelier

Caddo Chandelier

Vacarro Chandelier

Octavia Floor Lamp

Farfalle Chandelier

Illana Linear Suspension

Karissa Table Lamp

Talia Linear Suspension

Lorelei Chandelier

Dumaine Chandelier

Ormond Chandelier

Silva Chandelier

Mandeville Wall Sconce

Julie Neill is without a doubt one of our favourite designers with whom we are so proud to work with! We adore her work because of her inspiring and passionate approach to lighting and home decor. Every piece from her collection has a touch of warmth, natural vibe and feminine energy that makes her so unique. Julie really does know how to make a statement with her unique designs in order to create fabulous interiors. A Julie Neill lighting fixture will add a special touch of beauty to your space and will illuminate the entire room with elegance.

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"If I had ten lines to introduce myself, I would say that I have a facility for creating beauty, opening up to real things and making connections. I co-founded ergonofis at 25 with my fiancé. I have an unquenchable thirst for learning, so I'm always working on new projects. " -Kimberly

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Take a peak at entrepreneur, design lover and all around beautiful soul, Kimberley Pontbriand! Out of the thousands of items available at Union, Kimberley has a number of favourites that are now a beautiful addition to her home thanks to her brilliant design team, Blanc Marine Living!

Kimberley explains that we may not always notice it, but lighting is perhaps one of the most important elements in interior design. Lighting plays a role in our perceptions, moods and can create unique sensations and experiences. Lighting fixtures are often the works of art of a room, deserving our attention.

We couldn't agree more.

Photos by Sylvie Li

Kimberly’s Dining Room Glow

Kimberly has chosen our Reese Pendant by Visual Comfort for her dining area. The Reese Pendant from Visual Comfort is a timeless piece that brings both style and function to gatherings around the table. Designed by Marie Flanigan, its elegant form and versatile finishes—Soft Brass, Polished Nickel, and Bronze—make it easy to complement any décor. With its warm glow and refined design, the Reese Pendant creates an inviting ambiance that feels both sophisticated and welcoming.

Kimberly’s Elegant Entry

Kimberly has chosen our Lettie Flush Mount to brighten her entrance way. With its demi-globe glass diffuser and high-performance LED light, this fixture offers both beauty and function the moment you walk through the door. The spun metal funnel design adds a touch of modern elegance, while the clever twist-on shade makes it easy to maintain—though its long-lasting light means Kimberly will enjoy its glow for years to come.

Bathroom Elegance with Chapman & Myers

Kimberly has chosen our Chapman & Myers Chandelier for her bathroom. This stunning fixture takes the classic plantation-style lantern and pares it back to its essential form, removing glass sides and adornments for a clean, elegant silhouette. The antique gilded frame adds a timeless, sophisticated touch, creating a bathroom that feels both refined and welcoming.

Thayer Chandelier: Visual Comfort Studio

The Sean Lavin Thayer three light hall fixture in antique gild is the perfect way to achieve your desired fashion or functional needs in your home. Sophisticated and sleek, the Thayer Collection is a refreshing interpretation of a traditional four-sided lantern softened with graceful curved lines. Thayer is available in three stunning finishes: our New Antique Guild finish, industrial-inspired Smith Steel or Polished Nickel.

Piaf Chandelier: Visual Comfort Signature

Transitional by design, the Piaf Chandelier makes its presence known in both modern and traditional homes with its large, stately appearance. Featuring six bulbs covered with linen shades, this fixture brings soft light into your space, as two unique finish options help you develop a look that’s entirely your own. Also available in a linear suspension and wall sconce.

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