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ELKAY INTERIOR SYSTEMS

  • Elkay Interior Systems (EIS) is a full-service commercial interior design and manufacturing firm that specializes in furniture, fixtures and equipment, millwork, and more for the restaurant, retail, and hospitality industries.

  • EIS headquarters are located at: 
    241 N Broadway, Suite 600 
    Milwaukee, WI  

    We also have locations in North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and China.  

  • Our story begins in 1979 when founder Lindsey Bovinet set out to combine his passion for art and craftsmanship. He later partnered with now President + CEO Tony Lutz and continued to bring interior design + build solutions to enterprises worldwide. 

  • EIS works on projects worldwide and has an extensive portfolio for you to see our capabilities in practice.

  • Sustainability at EIS means partnering with suppliers who incorporate sustainable wood in our projects. Our manufacturing facilities minimize waste by recycling excess materials like cardboard, quartz, and stainless steel. In addition, we utilize manufacturing automation to reduce waste, save natural resources, and improve workplace safety. We also use sustainable materials whenever possible.

  • From brand strategy to lifecycle support, we offer 360-degree services from design to manufacture to installation. We meet you at whatever stage your project is at. We also offer comprehensive furniture, décor, millwork, and stainless steel solutions to assist in completing your project with ease. 

  • When you’re ready to start your project, reach out to us.

  • Visit our careers page to see available positions.

  • For press and media inquires reach out to pr@elkayinteriorsystems.com.

INDUSTRY RELATED

  • Commercial interior design is the process of designing and manufacturing the interior and exterior areas of public spaces. This kind of design focuses on creating aesthetically pleasing spaces that meet the needs of commercial settings, such as retail stores, hospitality and office spaces, and restaurants.

  • Yes! We offer end-to-end solutions, offering anything from design concept to sourcing and manufacturing to installation and customer care after your project is complete. 

     

  • Yes. Because we own our manufacturing facilities, we offer customizable solutions tailored to your specific needs.

  • Our design process can include creative services such as initial consultation, space planning, design concept development, material selection, and installation all the way to life cycle support. We meet you at whatever stage your project is and will work closely with you to ensure the design meets your needs.

  • Millwork refers to custom-made wood products, like restaurant seating, wood paneling, and doors. In commercial settings, like hotels, restaurants, and retail spaces, millwork often includes built-in furniture, countertops, and other decorative or functional wood elements. Millwork is often specified to fit the design aesthetic of a space and can be decorative and practical. 

  • FF&E stands for furniture, fixtures, and equipment. In commercial spaces, FF&E include items like tables, chairs, desks, lighting, appliances, and other functional pieces of equipment. FF&E adds to the functionality of a space and can be tailored to match the aesthetic or design of a project.