(The 15-foot, 1,100-pound crystal chandelier, crafted by Bluebird Lighting and designed by Baskervill, features intricate artistic overlays and a cascade of crystals designed by Kevin Barry Art Advisory. Through a JavitsCares program donation, it now graces a Brooklyn ballroom Add color. Yes home.)
Dazzling trade show centerpiece finds new purpose in Brooklyn’s vibrant art scene
Author: Exhibition City News Staff
A 15-foot-tall, 1,100-pound crystal chandelier that perfectly combines sustainability and artistry has found a new home at Brooklyn’s House of Yes. The $18,000 chandelier, originally shown at Boutique Design New York (BDNY), was made by Bluebird Lighting and designed by Baskervill. Donations through the JavitsCares program ensure it avoids ending up in the trash landfill, but instead become a centerpiece of creativity.
The centerpiece of the chandelier showcases an artful covering designed by Kevin Barry Art Advisory, surrounded by an intricate outer ring of crystal. When BDNY organizers mark donations, the Javits Center’s sustainability team works with Materials for the Arts, a nonprofit that redistributes leftover materials to New York’s creative community. Out of thousands of potential winners, House of Yes—a venue known for immersive performances and community-driven events—was chosen as the perfect match. With the help of Javits Union staff, the chandelier was prepared for shipment to its new home, where it now hangs in the center of the venue’s ballroom.
“We are delighted to have found such an appropriate home for this extraordinary work,” said Sammi Ragsdale, communications manager for the Javits Center. “This donation reflects JavitsCares’ purpose: to transform leftover materials into opportunities for creativity and connection.”
House of Yes: House of Creativity
House of Yes has become a Brooklyn institution, known for its eclectic performances and inclusive culture. Co-founded by Anya Sapozhnikova and Kae Burke, the venue has overcome challenges such as fire and relocation to develop into a “temple of expression” and a hub for artists, performers and dreamers.
The placement of the chandelier perfectly fits the vibrant spirit of House of Yes. Once a centerpiece at trade shows, it now illuminates a space that thrives on creativity and community.
JavitsCares: Sustainability in action
The chandelier donation is part of the JavitsCares program, which collects items left behind by exhibitors and redistributes them to local nonprofits. Since its launch in 2018, the program has diverted materials ranging from furniture to food to support New Yorkers in need while reducing waste. Partnering with groups like Materials for the Arts ensures these donations find meaningful use, whether at arts organizations, schools or community spaces.
“This is a great example of how creative partnerships can work,” Ragsdale added. “It’s about seeing the potential in each item and giving it new life.”
The second life of a masterpiece
The chandelier’s journey from trade show halls to Brooklyn ballrooms reflects the power of collaboration and vision. At House of Yes, it now serves as a beacon for performances, celebrations and parties, proving that sustainability and beauty can go hand in hand.
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