A TALE OF
GRIT & GRACE
01
THE COMPANY
OUR FOUNDERS
The yin to each other's yang, this dynamic married duo has a complementary style that creates a perfect balance of grit and grace.
CARLA REGINA ZAJAC
Carla is grace with a cool femininity that she brings to work every day, with her vintage army jacket and beloved dogs always in tow, she guides the creative direction in absolute beautiful harmony. Through her gifted artistic vision, unmistakable style and steadfast resolve Carla is the visual storyteller of RAD.
JAMES ANDREW SLAVEN
Accomplished musician, artist, and entrepreneur Jimi leads RAD with rock in his veins and a fierce originality that is very much a reflection of the city he calls home. He will often be found on a new adventure, stretching the boundaries of inspiration and design. He brings beautiful ingenuity and an endless flow of energy, while rocking the belief that anything is possible.
"I've got a whole lot of funk in my soul: funk music, funk rock, and funk people."
JIMI SLAVEN
02
THE BRAND
ELECTRIFY THE ROOM
While our light fixtures literally illuminate a space, all of our work electrifies the room.
OUR PRINCIPLES
KEEP IT REAL
Speak and act authentically from the heart. Stay connected to our roots and appreciate the blood, sweat and tears shared on the path to success.
PUT PEOPLE FIRST
View everyone—our internal team, business partners and customers—as members of the Regina Andrew family and take equally great care of them.
SEEK THE UNEXPECTED
Always take the road less traveled: Find unconventional sources of inspiration, materials and innovation to create something unexpected.
IGNITE SELF-EXPRESSION
Be the must-visit destination for something electrifying and new, creating a storytelling experience that ignites self-expression in all those who touch the brand.
GO THE EXTRA MILE
Remain committed to exceptional quality and attention to detail and always strive to deliver above and beyond all expectations.
DO GOOD
Dedicate time to improving the lives of those around us. Collaborate with others, invest in local talent and take pride in our sustainability and philanthropy.
03
THE PRODUCT
HOME
ELECTRIFIED LIVING
This inspired exploration of form and function creates lighting, furniture, and accessories that make a space feel like a home. Whether gilded peonies blooming from lighting fixtures or occasional furniture with graphically geometric lines and sensual curves, any of these pieces are sure to ignite the spirit of the interior designer within.
JEWELRY
SOULFUL STYLE
The Regina Andrew aesthetic takes on a very personal note with an offering of jewelry that incorporates natural elements vintage finds, and semi-precious stones. Originally inspired by RAD's own beaded and crystal chandeliers, the line has since expanded to include women's, men's and fashion accessories.
ONE-OF-ONE
UNEXPECTED CREATIVITY
Always one to stretch the boundaries of innovation and design, RAD's One-of-One takes beautiful experimentation to the extreme. These one-of-a-kind pieces created in Regina Andrew's Detroit-based fabrication studio demonstrate master craftsmanship and artisanal techniques that can't be found anywhere else.
HOSPITALITY
UNIQUE EXPERIENCE
Regina Andrew's creative spirit and visionary design which has been honed, molded and forged for over two decades is now using its curated aesthetic for specialized collaboration with architects, builders and some of the world's biggest brands in order to fashion custom pieces for hotels, restaurants, office spaces and more.
04
THE ETHOS
PEOPLE FIRST
It comes as no surprise that a brand that already stands out for its spirited personality feels deeply committed to its employees and customers alike. Our Midwestern warmth is communicated through customer care that has a heart and soul - we go above and beyond to build a personal connection and long-lasting trust.
DESIGN GREAT. DELIVER BEYOND EXPECTATIONS.
We design each piece as a labor of love, pouring over each minute detail without compromise. It is the passion for this process that drives our team with equal part cutting-edge innovation and quality craftsmanship that is a hallmark of Detroit manufacturing and the RAD spirit.
A SUSTAINABLE ENVIRONMENT
When your passion for the environment runs as deep as ours, it's easy being green. An ever-increasing commitment to work in tandem with nature has led us to award-winning sustainable practices. Our corporate headquarters and warehouses are 100% solar powered. We use recycled cardboard and are masters at transforming reclaimed and recycled materials into objects of beauty.
REBEL WITH A CAUSE
Our very first product? A designer doghouse created for a charity fundraiser. Animal lovers to the core, Jimi and Carla have a long-standing partnership with Last Day Dog Rescue, donating 100% of the proceeds from their canine-themed bag collection to the organization. RAD is committed to supporting local talent and the Detroit community, including the noble work or organizations like Habitat for Humanity, Goodwill Industries, The Salvation Army and the American Cancer Society.
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