Custom Commissions
Custom crystal chandelier design, start to finish.
A custom Berkana chandelier is commissioned directly with a Czech workshop and typically takes 6–12 weeks from brief to switch-on. You provide room dimensions, ceiling height, finish direction, and an installation date; you receive renderings and material selections to approve before any crystal is cut. Berkana USA runs this process for interior designers, architects, and boutique retailers across the United States.
The four stages
Initial consultation
1–2 weeksWe take the brief: room dimensions, ceiling height, mounting condition, finish direction, installation date, and budget band. Preliminary design directions come back at the end of this stage.
Design development
2–3 weeksDetailed renderings, crystal and metal selections, dimensioned drawings, and weight and electrical specifications for your engineer. Nothing enters production until you sign off.
Artisan production
4–8 weeksCrystal is hand-cut, the frame is fabricated and finished, and the fixture is assembled and quality-checked in the Czech Republic before it is packed.
Shipping & installation
2–3 weeksDoor-to-door logistics through our Miami warehouse, tracked the whole way, with support for professional installation on site.
What to send us
- Room length, width, and ceiling height, plus a section if the ceiling is vaulted or double-height.
- Mounting condition — joist, concrete slab, existing box — and any weight limit from the engineer.
- Finish direction: polished brass, antique brass, bronze, nickel, chrome, or a custom match.
- Whether the fixture is on a dimmer, and the control system if one is specified.
- Reference images or a mood direction, and the date the piece must be on site.
Sizing a bespoke piece
Start from the room, not the catalogue. Sum the room's length and width in feet and read the number as inches for a starting diameter. Over a dining table, aim for one-half to two-thirds of the table width and 30–36 inches of clearance above the top. In a double-height foyer, allow 2.5–3 inches of fixture height per foot of ceiling and centre the piece in the entry window as seen from the street. Custom work exists precisely because these numbers rarely land on a stock size.
What customisation actually covers
- Overall form, tier count, and silhouette.
- Crystal type, colour, cut, and density — from clear to smoked, amber, blue, and violet.
- Frame material and finish, including matching to existing hardware in the room.
- Drop length, canopy type, and sloped-ceiling adaptation.
- Lamping and dimming to suit the control system already specified.
Budget and trade treatment
Custom pricing follows crystal weight, cut complexity, and metalwork. Because the fixture comes from an EU member state, tariff treatment is generally more favourable than for comparable Asian production, and there is no distributor layer between the Czech workshop and your project. Both differences show up in the quote rather than in our margin.
After installation
Every piece ships with custom care instructions and spare crystal elements for future replacement, and an optional annual maintenance programme is available. Dust monthly with microfibre or compressed air, deep-clean annually with mild soap and water, and use LED lamps only — heat from incandescent bulbs degrades finishes and adhesives over time.
Common questions
Can you make a custom crystal chandelier to my design?
Yes. Berkana USA commissions bespoke Bohemian crystal chandeliers directly with Czech workshops. You supply the brief — dimensions, ceiling height, finish, mood, any reference imagery — and receive renderings and material selections for approval before production begins.
How long does a custom chandelier take to make?
Typically 6–12 weeks end to end: 1–2 weeks of consultation, 2–3 weeks of design development, 4–8 weeks of artisan production in the Czech Republic, and 2–3 weeks for shipping and installation. Lead times are confirmed at order placement.
What information do you need to start a custom design?
Room dimensions, ceiling height, mounting condition, desired finish, any weight or electrical constraints, the installation date, and reference images or a mood direction. A rough budget band helps scope the crystal weight realistically.
Do you handle installation?
Berkana coordinates door-to-door delivery from the Czech workshop to the project site and supports professional installation, which ensures the fixture safely handles its weight and wiring. Spare crystal elements and custom care instructions ship with every piece.
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Specifying crystal for a project?
Berkana USA works directly with interior designers, architects, and boutique retailers across the United States. Send us the room and we will scope the piece with you.