About Us
Patdo has evolved since 1973 into the Tri-state area’s premier source for high-end architectural and decorative lighting products and excellence in lighting design. Our extensive credentials include some of the nation’s top architects, interior designers, decorators and landscape architects. We have earned the respect of these design professionals through our hard work and consistently excellent results.
When lighting is ignored or simply not given enough importance, expensive and rich materials such as stone, fabric and wood lose their beauty. Tasks can be difficult to perform under improper light levels or in shadow. Switching and dimming is frustratingly illogical and inconvenient when not properly planned. Spaces are too dark, too bright or have the wrong feel and colors pale in artwork, paint... and fabric. Proper lighting addresses and corrects all the above inadequacies, transforming good spaces into great ones. The lighting can be decorative adding beautiful and distinctive elements or recessed blending seamlessly into the architecture.
The showroom’s expertise lies in the selection and application of decorative lighting solutions. They can also provide you with specifications and approximate locations for recessed lighting; however, they do not produce formal architectural lighting plans. For more “architectural” or complex lighting designs and fully detailed architectural lighting plans, you should contact our design department.
Services Provided
Landscape Lighting Installation, Lighting Design, Outdoor Lighting Installation, Recessed Lighting Installation
Areas Served
Ardsley, Chappaqua, Dobbs Ferry, Elmsford, Greenwich, Harrison, Old Greenwich, Ossining, Pleasantville, Rye, Rye Brook, Scarsdale, Stamford, Tarrytown, White Plains, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Norwalk, Bridgeport, Fairfield, Westchester
Awards
Showroom of the Year 2010
Credentials
4 Houzz Awards
4 Houzz Badges
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15 Reviews for Patdo Light Studio
Marcy Rothman Aufrichtig
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Client
If I could give Patdo 6 stars, I would! Actually, our experience there had more to do with the salesperson with whom we worked. Yes, the studio/business offers a great, extensive selection at very competitive prices. But we really lucked out when we met Rene Fressola. This very indecisive person (me!) was fortunate to have worked with Rene, a non-pushy, patient, talented salesperson who helped us select a chandelier for our dining room and fixture for our foyer. From the very beginning, Rene figured out our style and steered us in the right direction. Over the course of about 6 weeks and a half dozen meetings, Rene could not have been nicer and more able to overlay his artistic design aesthetic with ours. Fixtures were just installed and we love them! There were a couple small glitches with one of the fixtures and the next day, Rene came to our house and took care of it. I highly recommend Patdo and, specifically, Rene Fressola, to help with any lighting needs - you cannot go wrong!
June 25, 2015
Scott Fletcher
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Client
Let there be light, Gary is truly a visionary talent (as is his team). Their Design Services are well justified as part of the planning, value engineering, and staging when building from conceptual ideas to refining the completed.
Very capable with highlighting practical and unique nuances that complement every day living environments.
Not every light is the same and not every home should be treated as such.....I am grateful for the education Gary and his team provided.
June 19, 2015
Comment from Patdo Light Studio:
Thank you Scott, I am flattered and proud that you chose Patdo for the project!
dpwhine
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Client
I'm a Cinematographer, so I was concerned when we started to do a complete rebuild of our home in CT because I'm probably pickier than most clients. I needed someone who could not only implement my lighting plan, but also understand that they would be working with someone who was very particular about lighting design. I hired Patdo and worked with Gary Novasel and I couldn't have been happier with my choice. Gary is very knowledgeable, but he also has a fantastic attitude. He's very easy to work with, never gets flustered no matter the complexity, and his staff is excellent. He is also very responsive & easily reachable, which is of paramount importance to me. I counted on him to steer me in the right direction when I was confused (like where exactly to place a certain recessed light, based on the pattern of other lights in the ceiling). And I really had fun working with him to boot. I give him and Patdo my highest recommendation.
May 31, 2015
Comment from Patdo Light Studio:
Our collaboration was like the meeting of two worlds: Cinematic and Architectural lighting. Trying to recreate some of the subtleties that you created in your sets within the restrictions of architectural lighting was indeed a unique and challenging experience. Your keen eye for light is remarkable and I take great pride in knowing that I was able to satisfy your vision.
Barnes Coy Architects
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Colleague
Gary and his design team have become an invaluable part of the lighting design process at Barnes Coy Architects. If a solution isn't immediately available, Gary and team tirelessly continue to source out until resolved. Lighting technology is rapidly changing and Patdo understands and adapts to this ever changing field.
Patdo has a long history with Barnes Coy Architects and we look to further continue our professional relationship for years to come.
May 28, 2015
Comment from Patdo Light Studio:
Thank you guys! It is my great pleasure to collaborate with you on each and every project and look forward to many, many more!
Joyce Zee
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Client
We recently used Patdo Light Studio in the renovation of our house. The professional service and the level of responsiveness from the entire studio from design to delivery was fantastic. The end result of Gary Novasol's knowledge in LIGHTING is evidence in every corner he lit. We would recommend Patdo to anyone looking for a pro in lighting design.
February 27, 2015
Comment from Patdo Light Studio:
Joyce, I have always felt that a significant ingredient in any successful design project is a client who has vision and the trust in her design team to execute that vision and you are that client. The entire project was a joy to work on with you. Without your understanding and vision I would never have been able to execute the "Invisible" lighting in the Art Gallery.
Douglas VanderHorn Architects
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Colleague
In a world of rapidly changing lighting technology, Gary Novasel is a steady hand. I’ve worked with Gary for many years selecting and designing the lighting for my most discerning client’s homes. He is talented, professional and always on top of the latest trends. When we create special details or conditions he readily accommodates them and works closely with us to get the best lighting effects. In addition, Gary is backed up a pleasant and capable staff. I look forward to our continued collaboration. -Doug VanderHorn
October 20, 2014
Comment from Patdo Light Studio:
Hi Doug, Thank you for the many years of collaboration and support. It is an honor to work with a professional of such high caliper. I know that you have other sources for lighting design available to you and I am proud that you have elected to collaborate with Patdo time and time again,
ginagladstein
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Client
We are rebuilding our house after Sandy.
Patdolight responded immediately to our inquiry and went above and beyond in getting the job done under significant time restraints.
Our architect loved their products and their level of professionalism.
We are building a "passive house" and they are extremely knowledgeable of all the new LED options available. They have been incredibly fair with their pricing. We recommend them without any reservations. In addition, they are lovely people who are fun to work with.
October 9, 2014
Comment from Patdo Light Studio:
Great clients = Great results. You were such a pleasure to work with, you made the process fun and you inspired my whole team. I enjoyed the process so much that i want you to build another home! And working with a great architect added additional passion for my stall and myself. Thank you!!!
Stefan S
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Client
I had a terrible experience with this company. I was switching my house lighting system over to low wattage LED's. There was a myriad of problems with the fixtures and dimmers compatibility (flickering, buzzing, dimmers not dimming, etc). But rather than spending the time helping me trouble shoot, they just passed the job over to a third party electrician who was actually quite good and fixed the problems in a few visits (after I had been trying to get satisfaction from Patdo for over six months). I would be very wary of using this company for anything. It was my worst experience with a contractor ever.
October 2, 2014
Comment from Patdo Light Studio:
After months of careful testing, researching and troubleshooting dimming issues that our client was having we found that the problems lied not with our specifications but with the installer who had no experience with this dimming system and who (we proved) did not follow our drawings and specifications. We knew that the solution was to get a qualified electrical contractor on board. In summary, we properly diagnosed the situation, determined the best plan of action, did the research, referred a qualified contractor and in Mr. S.'s words, "fixed all of the problems". Our diagnosis and plan of attack was accurate and the most direct way to resolve our client's issues, It is upsetting and unfortunate that Mr. S. blames the failure of his contractor on us.
Chris Yaroscak
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Colleague
Mary Lou and the team of professionals are a great source and always a pleasure to work with. We recommend them to our clients and we really scrutinize who we recommend.
Cyaro Legacy Construction Northeast
February 2, 2014
hodgsonnetten
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Client
Patdo has provided advice on several home projects over the years. When I needed help to research a specialty bulb for a light fixture purchased years before (about 4 years ago) - Gary made 2 home visits to provide hands on help and ensure the right bulb was ready for me at the Showroom! Wonderful personal & professional service. Thank you Gary!
November 25, 2013
Comment from Patdo Light Studio:
I am happy to go the extra mile for my wonderful clients! Thanks!
johnnewk
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Client
I'd like to recommend Patdo Light Studio of Portchester, NY for special lighting services and design. I had a large painting over a fireplace with an 18' ceiling that needed lighting. The wiring was next to impossible, but these guys worked a miracle. A superb job. , John Newcomb
November 3, 2013
Comment from Patdo Light Studio:
Hi John, Yes, your art lighting project represented some interesting challenges but I'm glad we had the technology and a great electrical contractor to get it done. Enjoy and thanks for the review!
cfhilton
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Client
I have been working with Gary Novasel of Patdo for close to twenty years now. He has designed lighting for literally dozens of my homes. He is a talented lighting designer who is creative, and responsive to my concerns and the priorities of my clients. Gary stays abreast of the ever changing products and technologies in the industries and always brings new and creative ideas to the table.
Chuck Hilton
Charles Hilton Architects
September 15, 2013
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Commented: LightingHi and thank you for your inquiry. Unfortunately these are not rated for shower use. If you wish, you can send me details of your application and I can find other suitable and interesting options for ...
July 14, 2015
Commented: Who is the shower lighting by?Amerlux
July 14, 2015
Commented: Who manufactures these lightsThank you for reaching out to us. This was a fun project in NYC. If you're interested in purchasing these lights, please call Mari-Lou at 914 937 6707 x203.
May 30, 2015
Commented: Patio Furniture?Hi, Sorry, the furniture was not specified by me.
May 9, 2014
Commented: Outer Pool Wall Material?it's solid. concrete.
May 9, 2014
Contact Patdo Light Studio
 | Patdo Light Studio |
25 South Regent Street
Port Chester, NY 10573
Port Chester, NY 10573
Typical Job Cost $100 - $200,000
Range of projects and pricing from a single fixture to an entire estate.
Range of projects and pricing from a single fixture to an entire estate.
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Gary Novasel