Welcome to Umbra, where modern design meets affordability and style. In 1979, co-founders Les Mandelbaum and Paul Rowan sparked a creative revolution with the launch of a single window shade. Based in Toronto, Canada, Umbra—named after the Latin word for “shade”—has grown into a global design leader. Their international team infuses everyday items with creativity, constantly pushing the limits of original design, inspired by the global marketplace.