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February 2023 by Leslie P.
Was gifted a cool old lamp made from an abacus, that no longer worked after I tried to attach a shade. Gibson rewired it completely and made sure to use (new) parts that looked old, down to the antiquey looking plug. Also changed it to a dimmer switch that works with any bulb. Very happy with the results.
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November 2022 by Nil Emre
Jim, Gil, and the Gibson Lighting team are great to work with! We have purchased multiple light fixtures for our older home from Gibson Lighting and they have also rewired items for us with a quick turnaround time. Jim worked with us on matching patinas and ensuring that the chandeliers had the proper hardware for installation.They have a good selection of lighting that is historically appropriate and it is fun to browse the studio.
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November 2022 by Nil E.
Jim, Gil, and the Gibson Lighting team are great to work with! We have purchased multiple light fixtures for our older home from Gibson Lighting and they have also rewired items for us with a quick turnaround time. Jim worked with us on matching patinas and ensuring that the chandeliers had the proper hardware for installation.They have a good selection of lighting that is historically appropriate and it is fun to browse the studio.
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August 2022 by Danna S.
This place is a little off the beaten path and May not have the most convenient hours, but if you have an antique or not-so-antique light fixture that needs to be repaired, this is *the* place. They did a fantastic job repairing and rewiring my not that old Tiffany-style lamp in 24 hours. I am so pleased that the gentleman at TAP Lighting referred me here. Plenty of parking in front of the building and the staff is very accommodating at helping carry in bulky or heavy items. They are located in the second row of buildings in the back to the left of center.
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December 2019 by Sharen Gibson
What an amazing adventure. Granted it's by appointment only but any inconvenience for you is well worth the experience. Perfect place for either that one of a kind item or to have your own design to come together.
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November 2019 by judith sandven
Wonderful resource for period lighting early 20th century. Shopped there 25 years ago for 1931 Spanish eclectic home.
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July 2019 by Shelley Perry
A huge antique collection of every type, style of lighting fixture you could ever want! They can fix or clean up anything! One of a kind fixtures!!
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August 2018 by Charles S.
What a gracious man. I had a repair needed that was fairly simple, if you know what you're doing. He took care of it in about five minutes and then said, "No charge." I at least owe him a glowing Yelp endorsement. Thank you for your gracious service.
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April 2017 by Anne Sneed
Jim Gibson is an incredible artisan. He has created the most stunning pieces for many of our projects. Not only is his lighting amazing with hand blown glass and elegant details but he has also created beautiful range hoods, carved and cast moldings and mirror frames.
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April 2017 by Veronica Longstreth
Jim Gibson and Gilbert Meza and the entire crew at Gibson Antique Lighting are incredible and the best in San Diego. My historic home was basically destroyed when a water pipe broke and Jim did wonders to help me. First he repaired a chandelier and restored it so that no one could tell there was water damage. Second, he helped me create historical lightening pieces by using items in his shop that complemented the time period for my house. No one can believe they are new!! Finally Jim helped in the areas where I wanted lighting to be creative in my kitchen by creating the best lighting fixture ever- a chandelier of vintage cookie cutters and children's pots and pans. It is a one of a kind creation and every visitor takes a picture of it. Jim's talents go beyond lighting and he helped me create bar stools to match the chandelier by painting second-hand bar stools red with large pots as the seats.
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April 2017 by Adele Genzlinger
My husband and I have worked with Jim Gibson since we bought our house in 1998. He literally has put most every light fixture in for us. We count ourselves so fortunate to have found him. He is unbelievably knowledgeable and has so much foresight. His inventory is vast and his vision is even larger. I found him kind, patient, and searching for the perfect lighting for our home. When I move, his fixtures are what I will take with me.
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April 2017 by Gina Phillips
Gibson & Gibson Lighting is one of the most creative lighting businesses I've ever been in. Jim Gibson helped me not only to create some beautiful fixtures for my home in San Diego, but he also gave me all the confidence to and assistance in making all the light fixtures for a home in Santa Fe, NM. Everything from the wall sconces to the ceiling fixtures and chandeliers turned out exquisite and the compliments on both houses have been numerous. What a great experience!
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April 2017 by Nancy Heitel
Gibson Lighting is a joy to work with. Excellent service, creative ideas, terrific problem solvers. We have done multiple projects together -- many for our own house. Although it's a hike to get to Jim's shop, it is SO worth the trip!
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April 2017 by R Gatling
A great resource! As a designer, I appreciate Jim's ability to find or make just the right lighting to add interest to my client's projects. Quality and creativity.
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April 2017 by Gil Meza
From creating custom light fixtures for THE White House in Washington D.C. - to restoring the lobby chandelier inside of the Hotel Del Coronado - to repairing a small single light table lamp.... No job is ever too big or too small for Gibson Lighting.
