At Ideoli, we love hearing our partners feedback and insights.We recently distributed our magazine to our partners,and we’re excited to share what some of them are saying: “Congratulations on the outcome which underscores the tremendous work you have done.” -Robert. “As a guy who once published magazines, I’m very proud of how these turned out. Nice work!” -Grant. “I think this is exceptional. What a great marketing tool and statement of your dedication to your craft and customers. This is a game changer.” -Allen. “It looks great, I’m going to share it with the team.” -Michelle. “Shut the front door! It’s beyond fabulous – congratulations!” -Maelisa. Keep the feedback coming! If you want to receive a copy of our magazine, contact us invigorate@ideoli.com. Facebook-f Linkedin-in Tumblr Envelope
With the unprecedented COVID-19 conditions our world is facing right now, all industries are being impacted especially the retail industry. A recent online survey conducted by the Chain Store Age from March 19-22 asked retailers how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting businesses. The results determined that 39% responded it’s had a negative impact on sales. With a combined 38% responded the coronavirus has been a “goldmine” (18%) or created an increase in sales (20%). Here are additional insights and effects from the survey results: COVID-19 IS HITTING SOME RETAILERS WHERE IT HURTS Sales is the backbone of the retail industry. From communication with customers, an online presence, brand awareness, managing staff and keeping inventory, without selling products, retailers will not succeed. And with consumers ‘shelter in place’ demand creates a decrease in shoppers’ actions. DIGITAL SALES AREN’T ALWAYS MAKING UP FOR LOST BRICK-AND-MORTAR SALES Consumers are shopping online more since they are not able to actually go to the stores due to the closings from the virus. The survey noted that four in 10 respondents stated the pandemic is having a decrease effect on sales as consumers are delaying or buying less items than normal. SOME RETAILERS ARE STEALING MARKET SHARE There are certain retailers like Amazon, grocery stores, pharmacies, discount and dollar store chains that have increased hiring. Amazon has to concentrate on household fulfillment items while large chains like Target and Walmart are limiting store hours to stock shelves. There are certain retailers especially selling food and household items that are already seeing increased sales from COVID-19. WHAT YOU CAN DO Retailers feeling the effects of decreased sales due to the virus need to be more adaptable for consumers. Since consumers will not be brick-and-mortar shopping, retailers need to offer alternative omnichannel options like curbside pickup, drive-thru pickup, and on-demand delivery. There are multiple third party platforms that can assist retailers help or improve omnichannel sales options. Since retailers are not able to the determine the longevity of the pandemic, they can handle their response to consumers. Facebook-f Linkedin-in Tumblr Envelope
Known as a company and client favorite, Ideoli’s customized one-of-a-kind LED ring chandelier for a retailer’s flagship store in Rockefeller Center in New York City was recently recognized for its beauty. Nestled at the heart of one of New York’s most visited tourist locations, the retail store has become a go-to attraction in Rockefeller Center. Recently, the LED ring chandelier was awarded with the 2019 GOOD DESIGN® Award from The Chicago Athenaeum. The Chicago Athenaeum focuses on the art of design in all areas of the discipline: architecture, industrial and product design, graphics, landscape architecture, and urban planning. Founded in 1950, GOOD DESIGN® is the world’s most prestigious, recognized, and oldest Design Awards program organized annually by The Chicago Athenaeum Museum of Architecture and Design in cooperation with the European Centre for Architecture, Art, Design and Urban Studies. For 2019, products and graphic designs were selected and awarded for a range of different categories including new electronics, lighting, tools, packaging and more. Ideoli was among the winners for its customized creation of the LED ring chandelier. Inspired by the demands of their clients worldwide, Ideoli was thrilled and honored to be tasked with designing, producing and installing this specialized showcase piece for American Girl. Ideoli constantly pushes the envelope of design excellence, and its founders take the time to thoroughly understand their client’s vision to deliver to end users. By doing so, Ideoli is able to curate individual customized pieces that perfectly complement the space at hand, just as they did with this piece Now, as visitors make their way to the store, they will be welcomed by Ideoli’s award-winning, breathtaking chandelier.
Ready, set, jet! Ideoli’s Co-Founders George and Chris recently headed across the pond to visit the company’s newest clients in London. With a population of over eight million people and cultures represented from all over the world, London is a melting pop full of inspiration and ideation. Already having established a presence in other regions within Europe, George, Chris and the Ideoli team are no strangers to what is needed to seamlessly transition into new markets and support partner growth wherever they find themselves. George and Chris took to the skies for a seven-hour trip to London for meetings with their new clients, installers, designers and more. While in London, George and Chris are always sure to check out the local scene to keep a pulse on what the market is looking for and what trends to expect in the future. Even more – they made sure to try the local favor, fish and chips! As Ideoli’s work continues to expand around the globe, the team remains committed to providing top quality products and service in all markets. Let’s see how Ideoli can help you invigorate your next project!
The 2019 LIT Lighting Design Awards named Ideoli to its honorable mention list for its end-to-end LED chandelier. Created to recognize the efforts of talented international lighting product designers and lighting implementers, the LIT Design Awards believes that lighting is both an art and a science. LIT was established with the goal of celebrating creativity and innovation in the fields of lighting products and applications. Ideoli was thrilled to be recognized amongst some of the industry’s largest and key players for the 2019 awards. Ideoli’s end-to-end LED chandelier was created to help enhance the entire ceiling of the commercial space by using the already in-place cement beams and linking them together to create a breathtaking statement piece.The end-to-end chandelier’s design features mimicks traditional salt mine units with glass casings connected by black metal bases and rods along the ceiling, plus the latest LED chip and driver technology. The connected rods create a grid layout and captivate the attention of any visitor, providing an industrial look that would fit perfectly into an array of commercial and retail spaces. We strive to provide our clients with top-quality service, experienced design advice, and exceptional products, and it’s a gratifying moment to have that recognized by the LIT Awards. Perfect for large rooms, the end-to-end chandelier is sure to grab the attention of end users, similar to how it attracted this honorable mention. The end-to-end chandelier has set a bar of standard with this honorable mention and we hope to continue to surpass it with our future products.
Greece is home to one of our regional offices that hosts a small team, focused heavily in serving our design and creative needs. In previous years, Greece has faced heavy economic hardships that have impacted the local and international investment interests. Ideoli has been doing business in Greece since the company’s inception. Recently, Greece has seen political changes that have revitalized confidence for the future of the country. Thanks to the new leadership of Mitsotakis, the country has garnered attention from various global companies to invest in Greece. With a hand on the pulse in Greece, Ideoli is a strategic partner for many individuals looking to develop business in the area. Our goal is to continue to build our footprint and team in Greece as the confidence in the country soars. We’re eager to help both existing and new clients face some of the key challenges we have come to expect when developing projects in various international markets. Ideoli is known for their ability to work quickly through designing, prototyping, certification and more, ensuring that they can keep up with the demands of the booming market. As confidence is rebuilt in Greece, Ideoli is confident convinced that we can help service clients in the area with the best the industry has to offer. We look forward to seeing what the next chapter has in store for Greece.
Extra, extra– read all about it! Ideoli was recently chosen for a feature piece on Superbcrew.com. As a leading business news website, SuperbCrew covers tech and business industry news and innovative companies. Our Co-Founders George and Chris were thrilled and honored at the chance to give the journalists at SuperbCrew an inside look into Ideoli. The piece was a traditional Q&A story feature, offering both Chris and George the chance to dive a little deeper into the story behind Ideoli’s founding, the work done at Ideoli, what sets the company apart from others in the industry, as well as what our clients and team members can look forward to from us in the future. We hope to keep sharing Ideoli with the world, so be sure to check out the story here. If you enjoyed the read, be sure to share it with your friends and family, too! You can also read the interview below. —– Custom-Interiors Specialist Ideoli Creates Vibrant Products For Its Progressive Partners Located Around The World Below is our recent interview with George Stroumboulis, CEO and Co-Founder and Chris Hartswick CPO and Co-Founder of Ideoli Group: Q: Could you provide our readers with a brief introduction to Ideoli Group? A: Ideoli is a custom-interiors specialist that creates vibrant products for its progressive partners located in markets around the world. We are experts in the design, prototyping and manufacturing of lighting fixtures, furnishing elements and showcase pieces, and adopting them to market-specific conditions quickly. Ideoli has quickly become a go-to leader in the custom development of products for various client types looking to expand and implement cutting-edge technology lighting products and other elements. Q: How was your company founded? A: Ideoli was founded in 2014 by George Stroumboulis and Chris Hartswick in New York City. Both George and Chris worked together previously and were part of a LED lighting company startup. That startup experienced tremendous growth within a few short years and was later acquired and went public on the New York Stock Exchange. Now working for a larger corporation, both guys knew it was time to start their own company. With an international footprint, they knew to be successful, they had to tap into markets outside of the United States quickly, during the initial stages of their company’s infancy. Both George and Chris complement each other in their personalities, skillset, craziness and drive to be the best at what they do, while having fun along the way. Which is evident with the team they have established and the travels around this world. Q: What types of services/products do you offer to your clients? A: Through an invigorated and integrated design and manufacturing approach, Ideoli creates the highest quality products that are installed in retail, restaurant, hospitality, commercial and industrial environments across the world. We design and produce lighting fixtures, furnishing elements, showcase pieces and also assist with the sourcing of products when necessary. – Lighting Fixtures: we fabricate custom lighting fixtures that are designed by lighting experts and feature the latest LED lighting and driver technologies on the market. We can create for any application imaginable and on any scale—large or small. – Furnishing Elements: we develop the highest-quality furniture and fixtures for retail and restaurant environments. Depending on the requirements, we craft elements needed to bring the experience to life. – Showcase Pieces: we conceptualize the most magnificent statement pieces for those high-profile applications. Whether you require a single fixture or a few elements for a flagship opportunity, we can drive the long and creative process with all parties. – Sourced Products: we are procurement collaborators when our clients need to buy better or seek items already existing on the market. We aid our countless international partners when customization is not required. When engaged, we own the process and work with existing partners to deliver products per specifications. Q: Who are your clients and what are some of the key challenges you’re helping them solve? A: Our clients include reputable global brands in the retail, restaurant, hospitality, commercial and industrial industries. We work with companies such as Hilton, American Girl, WeWork, Carls Jr., California Pizza Kitchen and dozens of other brands to design and manufacture their custom lighting and furniture products. Our industry partners include the most progressive companies in the design, specification, distribution and architectural arenas around the world. Some of the key challenges we’re helping to solve is through our value proposition is being able to take a product concept for a new space, work with the client to refine their specific requirements, prototype samples quickly, certify as needed and roll into mass production in a matter of weeks. This has truly revolutionized the way we go to market and clients realize this. We had a client for example where we developed a custom LED fixture for their global locations, from the time of approval, we were manufacturing 20,000+ units monthly and were able to certify this for 30+ countries in a matter of months. Something that is not the norm. Q: What makes you stand out from your competition? A: We make product customization an easy process. From an idea in your head to an inspiration sample in hand, Ideoli helps its partners design, prototype and mass-produce customized products across multiple industries. We have mastered the process and have accelerated the time it takes from taking an idea in your head, to furnishing your physical locations. We also have a boutique team with a global footprint. With strategic offices in the United States, Asia, South America and Europe, we have a team of invigorators that work together around the clock to provide the solution in product design and manufacturing on another level. Clients are blown away how quickly and professionally we bring their product concepts to life. Q: What are your plans for the future? A: We are continuing to build our international footprint with new offices opening in Argentina, Greece and Vietnam. Our ability to bring products to market is dependent on the global network we have created and continue
Ideoli team members have been busy racking up frequent flyer miles on their adventures to meet face-to-face with clients all around the world to discuss projects and production. Most recently, Ideoli’s Co-Founders George and Chris went on a 70-hour adventure beginning in Los Angeles with stops in London and Athens before returning to The States. At a closer glimpse into their trip, George and Chris made their first stop in London where they had a busy day full of meetings to discuss an upcoming project and final install for a client. After completing the day’s meetings, the Ideoli leadership duo took to the skies and headed to Athens for a quick one-day trip. Here, they were able to conduct more than five meetings, meet with local team members in Athens, and enjoy the many sites and shops of the city. Another bonus to traveling to the markets Ideoli serves is the team’s ability to tap into and experience local trends first hand. By immersing themselves into local culture, Ideoli is aware of what and how users react to the products they provide. By applying this knowledge, Ideoli is also able to offer their clients advice and insight into what their customers are more likely to value when visiting their locations. As the company continues to expand into various parts of the world, the team aims to maximize their face-to-face time with clients, distributors, production teams, installers and others involved inthe various stages of Ideoli’s work. In doing so, Ideoli can guarantee that the client’s vision will come to life in a seamless fashion. Ideoli strives to deliver top quality service to our clients around the world –even if it means a 70-hour, multi-destination trip across the globe. We look forward to the next trip…where in the world will Ideoli travel to next?
On their most recent travels around the globe, Ideoli Co-Founders George Stroumboulis and Chris Hartswick found themselves in Athens, Greece. Since it was Chris’s first-time visiting Greece, the duo decided to do what every tourist would do in Athens– climb the Acropolis on a two-hour break between meetings. Climbing to the top of the Acropolis is no easy task. Sitting at more than 490 feet above sea level, the top of the hill provides a beautiful view of the city, marvelous ancient ruins, and is a true test of endurance. Faced with steep inclines, uneven pathways, and a variety of stairs, the trip to the top can be a true challenge for the everyday person. Layer in 90-degree weather and all black clothing like George and Chris did, and you are in for “loads of fun.” Although the more than 6,000-step journey was a challenge, Chris and George faced it head on with determination. Much like every task at Ideoli, the team comes together to accomplish any task at hand and the Acropolis was no different. Until next time Athens! Be sure to stay tuned for more glimpses into our future Ideoli travels.
Ideoli is back at it again! A commercial client reached out to Ideoli in the hopes of taking a bland, industrial style space met with many limitations and turn it into an enjoyable, warm work environment. Ideoli’s approach was to take the already in-place cement beams and link them together to create an amazingstatement lighting piece. The customized end-to-end chandelier’s design features multiple fixtures mimicking traditional salt mine units, glass casings connected by black metal bases and rods along the ceiling, plus the latest LED chip and driver technology. The connected rods create a grid layout and captivate the attention of any visitor, providing an industrial look that would fit perfectly into an array of commercial and retail spaces. Always up for a challenge, Ideoli was thrilled to be tasked with this assignment and see how they could invigorate this space. When the final design came to fruition, the client was pleasantly surprised. Not only does the LED end-to-end chandelier illuminate the room, it provides an otherwise attractive feeling to a cold and industrial space. Now, the office space is welcoming and the LED end-to-end chandelier offers a statement piece to those who enter. Looking forward to our next challenge. Let us know how we can help invigorate your space!
Ideoli Co-Founders George Stroumboulis and Chris Hartswick are constantly traveling the world around the globe to meet with clients, partners, manufacturers and more. This time, their travels have brought them to Athens, Greece! Known for its deep history, breath taking architecture and delicious cuisine, Greece offers rich experiences for those who choose to roam throughout the city and explore the ancient ruins. Beyond the Acropolis, Athens is also home to authentic Greek restaurants, quaint coffee shops and more. After exploring for themselves, George and Chris are ready to share with you their top five things to eat and drink in Athens to stay invigorated. 1.Kourou Cheese Pie –Although you can find cheese pies throughout the city, George and Chris recommend visiting Ariston in Syntagma Square for the best Kourou Cheese Pie. The more commonly known “tiropita” is made with traditional filo dough while the Kourou Cheese Pie is used making a kourou dough. Kourou provides a more pastry-like experience and is sure to please your taste buds. 2.Freddo Coffee –Espresso lovers rejoice! The Greek favorite “Freddo” can be found in almost every coffee shop around the city. It is espresso shaken with ice, served as is or with a layer of whipped foam as a “freddo cappuccino.” Visit Kaya Coffee House for this classic cold beverage! 3.Local Pie –Want to try more than just the traditional cheese pie? Visit The Tiny Pie Shopto try an array of sweet pies from around the world. Explore various fruit pies and other treats while at this amazing hidden gem in the city. 4.Souvlaki –A day in Athens isn’t complete without a mouth watering souvlaki. Served in a traditional pita and piled high with fresh tomatoes, fragrant onions, and classic Tzatziki sauce, souvlaki is served throughout the city. Be sure to swing by Kostas or Thanasis for the city’s best options. Don’t forget to add French fries for an added pack of flavor! 5.Takeaway Cocktail –With so much to see in Athens, it’s a wonderful thing when you can multitask. TYCO is the perfect place to not only grab a signature cocktail but allows you to do so on-the-go. Grab an expertly crafted cocktail and take it with you as you admire the rest of the city. Be sure to take plenty of photos! 6.BONUS: LE GRECHE Ice Cream–After a wonderful day of exploration or even as a midday treat, be sure to visit Le Greche Ice Cream for an ice cream experience that is sure to go unmatched. They offer a wide array of creamy flavors that encompass some of the freshest ingredients.
It’s official – Ideoli has begun sending shipments from its newest California warehouse, helping service its clients around the world! Nestled along the Pacific Coast and a short drive to the Port of Los Angeles and all major airports, Ideoli’s new California warehouse can be found in the breathtaking, coastline city of Newport Beach. As with most things Ideoli, the new facility was customized to meet the needs of Ideoli – including offices for everyday operations, warehouse space for Ideoli’s growing product lines, and a showroom that brings Ideoli products to life. We are thrilled to finally get to see our warehouse in action, delivering pristine innovative products, exceptional service, and great results to our clients. This first shipment is a representation of the dedication and heart that Ideoli puts behind every product the design, develop and distribute. By including the warehouse in the new facility, Ideoli is able to maintain excellent service for its clients from start to finish, ensuring that all products are up to Ideoli standards before shipment. We look forward to continued service and shipments to come from our new California warehouse!