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LIGHT HAS ALWAYS BEEN AT THE CENTRE OF OUR FAMILY’S STORY.
Our grandfather, Willie Duggan, founded the business in 1935, at a time when electricity was just beginning to shape Ireland. He fostered a deep love for design, collaborating with European creators at Kilkenny Design workshops.
Our father, also Willie Duggan, brought that same forward-thinking spirit to the business. While playing rugby for Ireland and the Lions, he and our mother, Ellen, grew the company into Ireland’s leading designer lighting supplier. They were the first to introduce lighting design, bespoke lighting, and European designer brands to the country.
Now, in its third generation, the business is run by Monica and Willie Duggan, a sister and brother partnership—and just like before, we challenge conventions. We believe light isn’t just about design; it’s about life itself.
Through innovation, research, and a deep understanding of health and well-being, we’re continuing our family’s tradition: bringing light to the forefront of design.
Our team
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Willie Duggan Jnr
Willie grew up in the family business, stacking boxes, wiring fittings and making deliveries. He went on to study engineering and then lighting design. After working as a lighting designer in London he returned to lead our design team. You can also find Willie chasing a ball round the rugby pitch, at a gig or threading the boards on stage.
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Monica Duggan
Monica grew up with a screwdriver & bulb in her hands before she started to 'hassle' the boss! After gallivanting around the world & getting an education she worked in all areas of the business, and was a natural fit for Sales. She does her best thinking struggling up a mountain, hiking a trail or beating herself up in the gym!
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Helena Duggan
Helena is our Creative Director and a stickler for Gotham medium and Pantone 021 on all things Willie Duggan. In her spare time she's a children's writer. Her first book in the Perfect trilogy A Place Called Perfect was published to great success in August 2017.
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David Fogarty
Dave works on all aspects of lighting design and is the go to guy for lighting calculations, technical info and all those pesky details which can make or break a project. He is an avid motorsport fan and is forever playing with the latest gadgets. Dave comes recommended by 4 out of 5 people that recommend things.
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Carolann Kelleher
Carol-Ann fell into the world of design and hasn’t looked back. In her spare time, she likes to utilise her creativity by experimenting with photography Carol-Ann's favourite way to unwind in the evening is watching videos of puppies.
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John Gunner
John is our resident technical expert. The first call for challenging projects and always there when things don’t go to plan. When he is not in the office he can often be found fishing on the river Nore or heading to a rock concert. He does play the odd round of golf but would like to play more.
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