Among Douglas and Bec’s trademarks: top-quality materials; skilled craftsmanship; and a marked disinterest in trends. “Everything has got to have a timeless quality. We’re about reduction rather than addition. We’re reducing things down to their bare minimums.” Dowie continues, “We’re very passionate about using local artisans, too. For example, with one of our new lights, every part was made in New Zealand. It feels great to send something like that around the world.”