Telling & Selling

Nasir Kassamali, is a pivotal figure in the contemporary design landscape co-founder of Luminaire, is renowned for revolutionizing the design and home furnishing industry in the US. After emigrating from Kenya, he and his wife, Nargis, opened Luminaire in Miami in 1974, initially focusing on lighting but soon expanding to offer a wide range of design products. Luminaire grew to become a beacon of contemporary design, known for its curated exhibitions, educational programming, and efforts to make design accessible to a broader audience.

Tony Chambers is a Creative Director, Design Consultant and Editor. He is the founder of creative agency TC & Friends and co-founder, with artist Ryan Gander, of OTOMOTO – the design, art and ideas platform.