Who We Are

WHO WE ARE

Our History

Crenshaw Lighting was founded in 1957 by William Crenshaw in Raleigh, North Carolina, specializing in lighting for educational institutions, theaters, and ecclesiastical spaces. In 1982, his son Woody relocated the business to Floyd, Virginia, expanding our capabilities and deepening relationships with architects and lighting designers. In 2013, Patrick Daley took over operations, continuing the focus on hand-fabricated quality and historical restoration.

We've spent nearly seven decades building a reputation for doing work that others won't or can't. Our resume includes state and federal government buildings, universities, sacred spaces, and private residences.

What We Do Differently

Most lighting companies in the United States are importers or assemblers. They buy finished goods overseas, apply a finish or logo, and market them as American-made. We design, engineer, test, and fabricate lighting under one roof in Floyd, Virginia.

Our 50,000 square foot facility houses:
- Machine shop with CNC, NC, and manual mills and lathes
- Hot and cold glass studio
- Welding departments (MIG, TIG, laser)
- Finishing capabilities (powder coating, liquid finishes, patina work)
- Wood shop and assembly
- UL co-witness testing laboratory

When you need a custom modification, a historical replication, or a finish we don't currently stock, we develop it in-house. The same team that designs the light builds it.

Historical Restoration & Replication

We specialize in restoring and replicating period lighting for landmark buildings. Our process combines traditional craftsmanship with modern LED technology, maintaining historical integrity while meeting current energy and safety standards.

Our UL co-witness laboratory allows us to test fixtures for your specific application rather than relying on general coverage. We currently hold over 100 LED listings.

For Architects & Designers

We work closely with architects, lighting designers, and specifications teams. We provide detailed cut sheets, CAD files, and transparent lead times. Our fixtures are designed to last decades, not years.

Consumer Market

With nearly seven decades of experience in custom and historical lighting, we're now bringing our manufacturing capabilities to the consumer market. Whether you're looking for a statement chandelier, a custom pendant, or a historically accurate sconce, we build it in-house with the same care we apply to our largest projects.