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OUR STORY

Here, at Dounia Home, we contribute new and innovative lighting to today’s forward-thinking home dwellers, architects, and designers. We ensure our products are made from sustainable, high-quality materials, and incorporate the most eco-friendly components. This is our story.

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I grew up in Safi and Marrakesh, one a sun-drenched coastal town in Morocco, and the other a bustling city, near the foothills of the Atlas Mountains. I drew from both, cultivating my artistic passion for marrying textures, forms, and colorful patterns. Morocco truly inspires all who know her.

Readying myself for this amazing home décor adventure — a small but bright light in my mind at the time — I moved to the U.S. in 2003. After completing my college degree in Design, I sought informative positions in product design and production. Incredibly, I had the honor of working with the legendary Michael Graves, and that light in my mind grew bigger and brighter. When it shone blindingly bright like the Moroccan sun, I knew it was time to honor my heritage and artistic vision by creating Dounia Home, a bold design aesthetic that gives character to our homes. With this intention, Dounia Home sold its first lighting piece in 2015. Today, our mission to produce innovative, high-quality lighting sustains a community of Moroccan artisans and preserves the traditional metalworking handicraft. I hope you find joy in our lighting, as much joy as we take in creating these stunning sconces, pendants, and chandeliers for you.


DOUNIA TAMRI-LOEPER
CHIEF OF INSPIRATION,
FOUNDER & CEO DOUNIA HOME

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AUTHENTICITY

Committed to aesthetic authenticity, we focus on designing, developing, and making all our products in the heart of Marrakech. Each piece is meticulously hand-crafted by artisans, using traditional metalworking techniques passed down through generations. We welcome new thoughts and new skills by exploring the boundaries of the craft.

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“WE ARE CREATING LIGHTING THAT’S NOT ONLY INNOVATIVE BUT IT ALSO AUTHENTIC, USING TIME-HONORED TECHNIQUES AND DESIGNED INSPIRED BY 7TH-CENTURY MOROCCAN ARCHITECTURE.”

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CRAFTSMANSHIP

We specialize in revitalizing ancient metal working techniques that are indigenous to Morocco. Our Master Artisans infuse each piece with hand etched designs giving each fixture a personal touch. Dounia Home helps grow ancient metal working techniques and help preserve the knowledge.

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ETHICS

We pay our master artisans a premium. We provide reasonable, reliable work hours, and provide opportunities for growth. We operate ethically, and transparently, in every aspect of our business. We honor and empower artisans creatively, economically, and culturally through a collaborative business model that showcases, preserves, and supports traditional art forms.

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After moving to the U.S. in 2003 and continuing my education in Art. I earned a B.S. in Design from Drexel University. I was fortunate to join the Michael Graves Architecture and Design firm as a senior designer. Where I had the honor of working closely with the legendary Michael Graves himself for almost 5 years. In 2015, I decided to pursue my dream and start my own line of products, for the well travelled home under the Dounia Home brand. 

In February, 2016 Dounia Home Launched at the NY NOW winter market with 4 designs and one finish. However things accelerated quickly, Dounia Home was featured in Blogs and Magazines and sales from around the world started coming. Our brand was very well received and before we knew it we had 3 collections on the way, offering over 20 designs, 8 sizes and four metal finishes.

WE ARE A LUXURY LIGHTING AND HOME DECOR BRAND COMMITTED TO AESTHETIC AUTHENTICITY, CRAFTSMANSHIP, ETHICAL PRODUCTION AND INNOVATION.

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AESTHETIC AUTHENTICITY

Committed to aesthetic authenticity, we focus on designing, developing, and making all our products in the heart of Marrakech. Each piece is meticulously hand-crafted by artisans, using traditional metalworking techniques passed down through generations. We welcome new thoughts and new skills by exploring the boundaries of the craft.

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“We are creating lighting that’s not only innovative but it's also authentic, using time-honored techniques and design inspired by 7th-century Moroccan architecture.”

 TIME TESTED CRAFTSMANSHIP

We specialize in revitalizing ancient metalworking techniques that are indigenous to Morocco. Our master artisans infuse each piece with hand-etched designs giving each fixture a personal touch. Dounia Home helps preserve traditional metalworking and grows the craft. Each pendant, sconce, lamp, and chandelier represent the far past and the present.

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ETHICAL BUSINESS MODEL 

We pay our master artisans a premium. We provide reasonable, reliable work hours, and opportunities for growth. We operate ethically, and transparently, in every aspect of our business. We honor and empower artisans creatively, economically, and culturally through a collaborative business model that showcases, preserves, and supports traditional art forms.


FAIR SCHEDULE

Regular turnaround time from receipt of order is 4-6 weeks, providing artisans time to effectively manage their work and days. Each lighting fixture requires handwork and individual attention as well as adheres to our quality standards.


GROWTH

Our artisans form the bedrock of our company. Our team creates new approaches to the art form and incorporates technology in the process. Together, we push the boundaries of the craft, exploring new possibilities.


FAIR WAGES

By working directly with artisans, Dounia Home can pay approximately 30% higher wages, and keep our high-quality standards. This still allows us to remain competitive in the lighting industry.

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INNOVATION AND SUSTAINABILITY

Here, at Dounia Home, we contribute new and innovative lighting to today’s forward-thinking home dwellers, architects, and designers. We ensure our products are made from sustainable, high-quality materials, and incorporate the most eco-friendly components. We regularly introduce fresh, new designs to our collections — exciting lighting options in an array of metal finishes for living spaces, kitchens, offices, and transitional areas.


SUSTAINABILITY

Our light fixtures are made from brass, copper, and nickel silver. All 3 metals are eco-friendly as they are 100% recyclable and use less energy-intensive processes to recycle. They are also durable and long-lasting.

To reduce our carbon footprint on this planet even more, we have created eco-friendly packaging. All our products come in handmade fabric bags that can be reused or up-cycled. We also use recyclable packaging, and biodegradable packing elements.  


INNOVATION

Our products are infused with the latest technologies. We incorporate high quality LED lights that are not only energy efficient with a long life cycle, but that have also been shown to improve mood, decrease stress, and create a generally healthier and happier environment—all because the lighting spectrum mimics that of natural sunlight.

This amazing technology makes our fixtures shine a beautiful healing light that adds to your health and your overall happiness.


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WHAT THE DESIGNERS ARE SAYING


Lisa Lev

" We purchased the stunning pendant lights from Dounia Home they bring this powder room from beautiful to beyond "



- Lisa Lev Design, Toronto, Ontario


Marcus Lafrate

" Thank you for designing the perfect fixture!!The clients are beyond thrilled."




- Conick Studios Inc. Toronto Canada


Megan Oldenburger

" We hung this pendant in a powder room It shines down on a very modern sink. It really makes a statement that influences the entire room. Well designed.
Unusual. Modern. Love it! "

- Dichotomy Interiors, NY

INNOVATION

Here, at Dounia Home, we contribute new and innovative lighting to today’s forward-thinking home dwellers, architects, and designers. We ensure our products are made from sustainable, high-quality materials, and incorporate the most eco-friendly components. We regularly introduce fresh, new designs to our collection--exciting lighting options in an array of metal finishes for living spaces, kitchens, offices, and transitional areas.

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When you purchase Dounia Home lighting, you invest in a piece of history, sustain the Moroccan artisan community—and ensure the continuity of the trade.

We believe your home should illuminate your essence. Let us light the way.