Filamento was founded by innovative designer Frank Shum in 2014 with a team of industry veterans in Sunnyvale, California as well as lighting industry investors. The company has a strong IP portfolio with six patents or patents pending in optics, thermals, and electronics. As the founder, Frank has leveraged his extensive experience at companies like Soraa in innovative product development. The company's flagship product, the VALTO series, features numerous innovations in lamp design.