New Collaboration Provides Designers & Homeowners with Coordinating Handcrafted Finishes and Premium Hardware
Thompson, a leader in hand-hammered metal sinks, bathtubs, range hoods, and accessories, and Keeler Brass Company®, a legacy brand renowned for its rich heritage in producing luxury hardware, are proud to announce the formation of a Strategic Design Alliance. This groundbreaking partnership will simplify the design process by offering dozens of curated product selections that pair Thompson’s finishes with Keeler Brass Company’s extensive library of knobs, pulls, and other decorative hardware.
By pairing Thompson’s handcrafted finishes with Keeler Brass Company’s diverse selection of luxury hardware, this alliance will take the guesswork out of designing kitchens, home bars, bathrooms, and other spaces. Whether specifying a Thompson kitchen sink, bar/prep sink, range hood, vanity, or bathtub, designers and homeowners can seamlessly match their new statement product with Keeler Brass Company’s stylish cabinet hardware, achieving a unified and cohesive look across any kitchen or bath project.
Thompson finishes featured in the alliance include:
Keeler Brass Company products featured in the alliance include the Anthology Series of bespoke knobs, pulls, and decorative hardware. Featured finishes include:
For a full list of Keeler Brass Company products and finishes, please visit www.keelerbrasscompany.com.
A Streamlined Process for Designers and Homeowners
“We’re thrilled to partner with Keeler Brass Company to offer a solution that removes much of the hassle from the design process,” said Thompson Vice President of Sales & Marketing Alejandra Thompson de Jordan. “This new collaboration ensures that both professionals and DIY homeowners no longer need to spend hours trying to match finishes and style. Together we’re helping designers and homeowners create cohesive, beautiful spaces with ease,” she added.
“It is said that a successful alliance depends on the ability of both parties to operate as if they were employed by the same company,” begins Keeler Brass Company Creative Director, Knikki Kennedy Grantham. “To align based on a clear understanding of each organization’s structure, core values, goals, and culture is the goal, and from the moment we first met with Thompson, we knew that they shared our same values. From the way they design products, support artisans and advocate for the design community, to the true family atmosphere that they embody across their whole company. We are truly honored to align our Keeler Brass Company Anthology Series alongside their exquisite line of sinks, tubs, and custom range hoods. The fluidity between our correlating finish palettes was this designer’s dream!”
Additional Customization Options to Match Your Exact Design Vision
Beyond the ready-to-coordinate pairings, this partnership also opens the door to fully customized options. Designers can collaborate with Thompson and Keeler Brass Company to create bespoke combinations that align perfectly with any unique design vision. With the ability to customize both finishes and hardware styles, this alliance empowers designers to create one-of-a-kind spaces tailored specifically to their clients’ needs.
“Thompson has always been about pairing unparalleled craftsmanship with design innovation,” added Thompson de Jordan. “Our partnership with Keeler Brass Company allows us to continue that tradition by offering even more ways for designers and homeowners to express their personal style. Whether you choose from our curated pairings or customize your own, the possibilities are endless.”
A lookbook of product pairings can be viewed here, and images and additional information can be obtained by contacting us directly.
About Thompson
Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina, Thompson showcases the beauty and craftsmanship of Mexico with its line of hand-hammered metal sinks, bathtubs, range hoods, and accessories manufactured around the world. The brand serves as a trusted source for interior designers and specifiers seeking bespoke and ready-made products and jewelry for the home. No matter the material or finish, every piece is a personal invitation to experience a world of incomparable beauty and quality craftsmanship. Thompson is a SupplierGATEWAY® certified minority-owned small business. Learn more at www.thompsontraders.com. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
About Keeler Brass Company
The Keeler Brass Company® offers rare luxury solid brass and bronze hardware proudly and wholly designed in-house and 100 percent manufactured domestically in America. For generations, the Keeler name has been a beacon of unrivaled quality and unparalleled craftsmanship. Keeler Brass Company is part of the Belwith Keeler Décor Solutions® division brands that include Hickory Hardware®, Belwith Keeler® and First Watch® Security. For more information, call 1-877-556-2918 or visit www.keelerbrasscompany.com.
We’re excited to announce our event lineup for High Point Fall Market later this month. In addition to showcasing our latest products for the kitchen, bath, and home, we’ll be hosting the following gatherings in Booth M20 on the second floor of 313 Space…
Saturday, October 26th:
• Cocktails, Cash & Carry (3pm-5pm)
• Cocktails & Quintana with Designer Kara Cox (4pm)
Sunday, October 27th:
• Cocktails, Cash & Carry (3pm-5pm)
Monday, October 28th:
• “AILA & AI Design” with Leslie Carothers (1:30pm)
Thompson is excited to announce its official return to High Point Fall Market after a 17-year absence. The brand will be located at Booth M20 on the second floor of 313 Space. This innovative new building captures the spirit of grand luxury department stores of yore by featuring brands with unique maker stories and fine, handcrafted products. A number of Thompson products will be on display, including sinks, range hoods, barware, home accessories, and the latest showroom display.
We will share more information regarding booth events and products in the coming weeks.
Learn more about 313 Space and plan your visit here.
About Thompson
Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina, Thompson showcases the beauty and craftsmanship of Mexico with its line of hand-hammered metal sinks, bathtubs, range hoods, and accessories. The brand serves as a trusted source for interior designers and specifiers seeking bespoke and ready-made products and jewelry for the home. No matter the material or finish, every piece is a personal invitation to experience a world of incomparable beauty and quality craftsmanship. Thompson is a SupplierGATEWAY® certified minority-owned small business. Learn more at www.thompsontraders.com. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
Thompson’s Quintana Range Hood (above left) and a Custom Thompson Vanity (above right) are featured in the in July/August issue of Home Design & Decor Magazine. Part of a stunning design/build project by Artistic Interior Design, each product showcases the artisan-crafted mastery of Thompson in unique ways.
The Quintana Range Hood is part of our Quintana Collection by Kara Cox Interiors. It features a soft, organic oval shape and is finished in a combination of Satin Brass and Burnished Nickel. The beautiful curves and luxuriously smooth finishes make it a stunning focal point in the home’s kitchen.
The focal point of the powder room meanwhile is a custom hammered brass vanity designed by Amy Lee in collaboration with our team. A special coating on the metal keeps it from aging and spotting, and the smooth leg system provides a beautiful contrast to the hammered vanity top and bowl.
Together, these two hand-crafted products allowed Lee to provide the homeowners with a “mixed metal” look in each space that impart an organic, natural feeling.
Click HERE to check out this month’s issue of HD&D Magazine and read the full article.
More than a dozen Thompson luxury home and bar accessories are now available at the iconic Bergdorf Goodman department store in New York City as part of the The Kaleidoscope Project’s three-month pop-up exhibit titled “A Celebration of Creativity and Culture.” The respected non-profit organization takes a broad-reaching approach to highlighting and promoting design talent of all cultures and from all corners of the globe, and its latest partnership with Bergdorf Godman connects a true retail icon with culturally diverse designers, artisans and makers.
Thompson was invited to join this year’s talented cohort of creators on the 7th floor Decorative Home Department that has housed other successful pop-ups with design legends such as Kit Kemp and Kelly Wearstler. To prepare, Founder and Creative Director Alejandra Ochoa de Thompson designed two entirely new accessory collections along with a stunning placemat/charger. The Culebra Collection, Tortuga Collection, and Scalloped Placemat showcase the hand-crafted metal mastery Thompson is known for in the kitchen and bath industry in unique new ways for today’s luxury home.
Also on display is Everyday Heirlooms, Thompson’s luxury barware collaboration with Pappy & Company. The popular collection is not only making its East Coast debut at Bergdorf Goodman—it is the first time the collection is available for retail sale outside of Pappy & Company’s Louisville store and website.
The Culebra Collection, Tortuga Collection, Scalloped Placemat, and Everyday Heirlooms Collection are on display and available for purchase now through the end of July 2024.
NEW Culebra Collection
Inspired by the intricate patterns of snakeskin, the Culebra Collection of luxury home accessories can only be created by two Thompson artisans in Santa Clara del Cobre, Mexico. Hand-hammering a 12” x 12” square of Culebra texture takes two weeks of detailed metalsmithing and includes 15 different chisels. The realistic texture is often mistaken for leather despite being hammered into 14-guage copper and finished in matte black. This collection includes a cooler, ice bucket, tray, and bowl.
NEW Tortuga Collection
The Tortuga Collection is inspired by the weathered shell of a tortoise and interpreted by our skilled artisans in Santa Clara del Cobre, Mexico. Each organic shape in this stunning pattern is hand-hammered to sit artistically next to its neighbors making every Tortuga piece truly unique. The undulating surface finished in Satin Brass is not only an eye-catching focal point but a true tactile experience. The Tortuga Collection includes a cooler, ice bucket, cup, tray, and bowl.
NEW Scalloped Placemat
Inspired by fine jewelry and the unique allure of mixed metals, this one-of-a-kind placemat combines silver and gold tones to complement nearly all tablescapes. Our Scalloped Placemat is handcrafted from 20-gauge brass and features a burnished nickel finish hand applied to the trim. With a diameter of 16” it’s the perfect size for intimate dinner parties or large plated events, and a protective coating ensuring a lifetime of use.
Everyday Heirlooms Collection with Pappy & Company
The Everyday Heirlooms collection can be summed up in a few words: Legacy. Heritage. Celebration. Family. Artistry. Craftsmanship. These are the shared values that not only brought the Thompson and Van Winkle families together but are reflected in every aspect of their relationship and each piece of this stunning collection of luxury barware. While the products are inspired by essential pieces from Van Winkle family celebrations over the past century, the modern interpretations are meant to be enjoyed often and used daily. Products include:
• The Pappy Punchbowl
• The Big Van Shaker
• The Julian Jigger
• The Van Winkle Cup
• The Big Van Ice Bucket
• The Katie Van Sipping Spoon
• The Pappy Tray
• The Pappy Mini Tray
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About Thompson
Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina, Thompson showcases the beauty and craftsmanship of Mexico with its line of hand-hammered metal sinks, bathtubs, range hoods, and accessories. The brand serves as a trusted source for interior designers and specifiers seeking bespoke and ready-made products and jewelry for the home. No matter the material or finish, every piece is a personal invitation to experience a world of incomparable beauty and quality craftsmanship. Thompson is a SupplierGATEWAY® certified minority-owned small business. Learn more at www.thompsontraders.com. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
About The Kaleidoscope Project
The Kaleidoscope Project is a nonprofit organization formed to address the inequities found in the creative design and furnishings industries. An inclusive and diverse community that genuinely amplifies the talents of all within it is the goal of The Kaleidoscope Project. We are also committed to the support and inclusion of our next generation of young creatives. To that end, we will always include an element of education in our projects. The true colors, that when combined, form a kaleidoscopic multi-color, multi-cultural welcoming, and inclusive spaces for all, are the foundation of The Kaleidoscope Project. Follow The Kaleidoscope Project on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest.
About Bergdorf Goodman
A New York landmark since 1901, Bergdorf Goodman represents the global pinnacle of style, service, and modern luxury. With its rich history of showcasing leading and emerging designers, the iconic store at 5th Avenue and 58th Street—the crossroads of fashion—is a singular destination for discerning customers around the world. BG.com expands on Bergdorf Goodman’s heritage, showcasing coveted collections for men and women in an unparalleled online shopping experience. Bergdorf Goodman is part of Neiman Marcus Group.
Flex your digital design muscles by entering our AILA Sink Augmented Reality (AR) Challenge! One finalist will be selected to win a $1,000 USD travel voucher that you could use for your next trade show hotel. The winning submission will be posted to our feed and sent in a newsletter with a link to your website and social media feed.
Enter NOW through 11:59pm on Friday, April 5th for your chance to take home the grand prize. All participants will also receive 10% off their purchase of the AILA sink within the next year.
Here’s how to enter…
1) Click the link in our bio to access the AR version of AILA from your smartphone or tablet.
2) Click “VIEW IN YOUR SPACE” to place AILA in your home, business, or outdoor area. The more creative you are with your design the better!
3) Take a screenshot or screen recording of your design by clicking or holding down the white button on your screen.
4) Post your design on Instagram as a story, grid post, or reel and tag @thompsontraders and @lesliecarothers. Make sure to include the hashtag #AILAChallenge as well.
5) Share it to your stories using the hashtag #AILAChallenge and tag @thompsontraders
The winner will be announced on Monday April 8th, 2024. Good luck!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
• All eligible entries will be reviewed by a panel of judges, including AILA designer, Leslie Carothers, CEO of Savour Partnerships, a digital marketing agency, and a digital influencer herself
• Any post that tags @thompsontraders or uses the hashtag #AILACompetition may be shared or reposted on the Thompson Instagram account
• Total value of this giveaway is $1,000.00 USD and must be claimed by April 8, 2025.
• Each participant can receive 10% off their purchase of the AILA sink through April 8, 2025. DM Thompson via IG to receive your discount.
• This giveaway is not affiliated with Instagram.
• Winner will be contacted through the Thompson Instagram account only.
• Only eligible for US and Canadian residents over the age of 18.
• Employees and immediate family members of Thompson Traders, Inc. employees are not eligible.
• Any taxes associates with the giveaway are the responsibility of the winner.
• Thompson Traders, Inc. is not responsible or liable for any lost, late, incomplete, or misdirected entries, or any technical or human error that may occur in the administration of the giveaway.
• Thompson Traders, Inc. reserves the right to modify, suspend, or terminate the giveaway for any reason, including if fraud or technical failures compromise the integrity of the giveaway.
Thompson was honored to receive four Designhounds “Top 5” Awards at KBIS 2024 in Las Vegas. These coveted awards were presented by interior designers and members of the official Designhounds Tour based on their favorite design debuts at the show. Winning Thompson products included:
• Everyday Heirlooms Collection – Alyce Lopez (The True House)
• AILA Vessel Sink – Juliana Ewer (J Squared Home Design)
• Seda Range Hood – Jana Donohue (Jana Donohue Designs)
• Winter Blue Molten Vessel Sink – Julie Anne Baur (Winding Lane Interiors)
About Designhounds
The official design influencer partner of KBIS, Designhounds was created by Veronika Miller-Eagleson and launched at the London Design Festival in 2016. It has since built a global following with over 200K+ online mentions of the #designhounds hashtag. Today, Designhounds is a close-knit network of over 600+ interior, kitchen, and bath design professionals. Their combined reach totals over five million design-savvy audience members.
Thompson’s Permanente Tub—part of the recently unveiled Permanente Collection—received a coveted Designers Today “Gold Award” at KBIS 2024 in Las Vegas. Executive Editor Andrea Lillo hand-selected the new tub as one of her five winners at the show, remarking on its compact size and beautiful aged finish. Click here to see the full list of winners, including products from Viking and Qoldfusion.
About the Permanente Collection
Inspired by nature, traditional clay ovens, and the shapes left behind from Wyoming snowstorms, our new Permanente Collection is defined by soft curves and organic forms. True to its name, it also imparts a feeling of solidity, security, and permanence. This collection is deceptively simple—accomplishing the perfection of each curve is a complicated process that takes our artisans many hours to achieve.
We are thrilled to announce that Thompson will return to the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) this year to showcase our latest collections and products. Join us in Booth N1677 from February 27th to 29th to experience the pinnacle of artisanal craftsmanship and kitchen and bath design innovation.
The Thompson family will also host three events, including the global unveiling of AILA—the first AI-designed sink brought to market—during the first two days of the show. See below for a full list of new collections, products, and events…
Permanente Collection
Inspired by nature, traditional clay ovens, and the shapes left behind from Wyoming snowstorms, our new Permanente Collection is defined by soft curves and organic forms. True to its name, it also imparts a feeling of solidity, security, and permanence. This collection is unlike anything you’ve seen from Thompson, and includes a range hood, kitchen sink, vessel sink, vanity, and tub.
AILA Vessel Sink
Meet the future of the kitchen and bath industry. Conceptualized in the imagination of Leslie Carothers and communicated via her text prompt to Midjourney’s AI bot, AILA is the world’s first AI designed sink brought to market. The bespoke vessel design is handmade from solid copper by Thompson’s artisans in Santa del Cobre, Mexico using techniques and tools passed down to them since the 16th century.
Additional New Collections, Programs & Products on Display
• Design Flex™ Range Hood (New for 2024
• Seda Range Hood (New for 2024)
• Black Pearl Vessel Sink (New for 2024)
• Tortuga Range Hood (New Size)
• Tortuga Kitchen Sink (New Size)
• Two Tortuga Bar Prep Sinks (New Sizes)
• Molten Vessel Collection with Swan Valley Copper (New for 2024)
• Red Egg Vanity (Part of the Permanente Collection)
• Christopher Grubb Laguna TecStone Tile Collection (New for 2024)
• Everyday Heirlooms Collection with Pappy & Company (Trade Show Debut)
• Full Quintana Collection (Updated for 2024)
• Thompson Showroom Display (New for 2024)
Special Events
• AILA Global Unveiling: Tuesday, February 27th at 9:30am
• Christopher Grubb Laguna TecStone Tile Collaboration Sneak Peek: Tuesday, February 27th at 2:30pm
• “Meet the Designer” Quintana Collection with Kara Cox: Wednesday, February 28th at 11am
Thompson is proud to launch two new sinks for the kitchen and home bar. The Quiroga Smooth Brass Kitchen Sink and Rivera Smooth Brass Bar/Prep Sink were created in response to emerging industry trends and designer requests. Each product is handcrafted by our talented artisans and finished in Thompson’s signature semi-satin brass.
THE STORY
As more designers seek creative ways to bring metals and other natural materials into the home, Thompson is responding with new and elevated designs that meet their needs and the needs of their clients. One of the biggest industry trends over the past two years has been the continued rise of brass, more specifically sinks, range hoods, and accessories for the home that feature a smooth, luxurious brass finish.
“Our team began noticing this increase back in 2021,” said Alejandra Thompson de Jordan, VP of Marketing & Sales. “Demand for custom sinks with smooth brass exterior and interior finishes continued to grow in 2022 and 2023 and we decided to address this shift by offering two of our standard products—Quiroga and Rivera—in smooth brass,” she added.
The resulting designs maintain the beauty and handcrafted mastery of the original models, yet are more accessible for a variety of homes and design aesthetics. And each sink’s living finish will allow it to beautifully patina over time. Alternatively, homeowners can keep these sinks polished to highlight the striking gold tones.
AVAILABILITY
The Rivera Smooth Brass Bar/Prep Sink is in stock and ready to ship. The Quiroga Smooth Brass Kitchen Sink will be stock in beginning in December, 2023.