Maxwell’s signature lighting takes its cue from one of the most visually distinct eras in design history—the Gilded Age and the Roaring 20s Art Deco. That spirit runs through the club’s interiors, where old-world charm meets layered detail, and nowhere is it more visible than in the chandeliers.
The inspiration came from the work of Adolf Loos, a pioneering German designer from the Jugendstil (Germany’s Art Deco movement) period. Loos’s skirt chandeliers reflected a balance between minimal structure and soft detail, qualities that resonated with Maxwell’s vision.
Rather than replicating Loos’s originals, Maxwell created its own version. Fringe was added. Layers, too, in the rectangular chandelier design. The top ball was updated from brass to copper, chosen for its warmer tone and better fit with Maxwell’s material palette.
The Maxwell chandelier is custom-manufactured, not just for aesthetic reasons but to ensure that the proportion matches the rooms they would anchor. The result is lighting that feels intentional, lived-in, and very much part of the Maxwell identity.
During the day, the chandeliers add softness and movement. At night, they cast a warm, diffused glow—never harsh, always welcoming. Their design turns light into part of the architecture.
While the chandeliers provide primary ambiance, they’re part of a broader lighting strategy. Maxwell uses them in tandem with sconces and indirect lighting to support multiple modes: conversation, dining, presenting.
The chandeliers carry the room’s character, while other fixtures fine-tune mood and visibility, allowing the space to transition smoothly from daytime gatherings to nighttime events. Guests frequently ask about the chandeliers, not because they’re flashy, but because they’re unfamiliar. The mix of shape, texture, and copper accents tends to spark curiosity.
Since we’ve launched the Maxwell chandelier, we’ve noticed the format getting more popular, seeing it pop up in rooms at the Chelsea Hotel, which means we’re in good company!
Curious how lighting can define a room? Come see the Maxwell chandelier up close!
