Who are we

Founded in 1967, BÄRO  is a specialist in professional lighting solutions for the retail and gastronomy sectors. The company offers energy-efficient, product-friendly, and emotionally engaging lighting concepts and provides full-service lighting planning for a wide range of projects.

As a proud portfolio company of Boels & Partners, BÄRO leverages decades of expertise in innovative lighting solutions, combined with the strategic vision and strong financial backing of its parent company. This partnership empowers BÄRO to drive innovation, expand its global reach, and continue delivering high-quality, customized lighting solutions that enhance retail and commercial spaces. With the support of Boels & Partners—whose portfolio also includes renowned companies such as Burger King, Spilker Precision International, and Biebelhausener Mühle—BÄRO is well-positioned to shape the future of lighting technology and deliver exceptional value to its customers worldwide.

Swissdesign Ladenbau, founded in 1999 and based in Gossau SG, offers extensive expertise and modern shop design. The company combines insights into future trends and consumer behavior with experience in planning, project management, and installation to deliver complete shopfitting solutions.

"We are excited to intensify our partnership with Swissdesign Ladenbau," said Mrs. Yvonne Boels, Chairwoman of Family Office Boels & Partners and CEO at BÄRO International Lighting GmbH. Our combined expertise enables us to support customers in Switzerland even more effectively with innovative and customized solutions, adds Dr. Bart Devos, Managing Partner at Family Office Boels & Partners and CEO at BÄRO International Lighting GmbH.
Swissdesign Ladenbau also welcomes the strengthened collaboration. "Working closely with BÄRO allows us to offer our clients cutting-edge lighting solutions tailored to their specific needs," says Mr. Beat Halter, Managing Director of Swissdesign Ladenbau. "We look forward to bringing even more innovation and excellence to the Swiss market together."
This collaboration highlights the commitment of both companies to providing high-quality, customer-focused solutions that cater to the specific needs of the Swiss market.