Considered lighting, whether it’s an ambitious architectural feature or the subtle glow of a table lamp, has the power to elevate a well-designed space into something truly special – with that in mind, here are a few well-lit contributions that have caught our eye this year…
Before launching into a new year full of new collections, we have made a selective edit of of a few lighting designs that stood out to us throughout 2025, celebrating pieces that are handcrafted, expressive, and inspiring – designs that capture the zeitgeist of a design moment, moving beyond pure function to command attention and reshape a space.
Mareto from Northern Lights
Image credit: Nick Smith Photography / Northern Lights
Northern Lights has reinterpreted mid-century and 1970s-inspired designs for a contemporary take on a mid-century shape, combining texture and materiality. With striking undulating curves in diminishing sizes, modelled into a cylindrical plinth, the Mareto ceramic lamp makes a bold sculptural statement. It is available in reactive and natural stone effect glazes with each piece adding personality and presence to a room
Luma Mirrors
Image credit: Luma
While not strictly a lighting feature, Luma’s illuminated mirrors seamlessly combine light and reflection to create a flawless mirror experience. In hotel guestrooms, mirror lighting is an essential design element (one that, in my opinion, even the best hotels sometimes overlook). Achieving it successfully requires a careful balance of functionality and atmosphere, and these bespoke designs thoughtfully consider every detail to deliver both.
Twisted Compton from Porta Romana
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- Image credits: Porta Romana
This striking reinterpretation from Porta Romana of the classic Compton family introduces a fluid, twisted form that brings a sense of movement and rhythm to the original’s sculptural purity. Part of the Abstraction collection launching in September 2025, the design is constructed from cast jesmonite and steel, finished with refined decorative detailing. Designed entirely in-house, each piece features a locally forged steel frame paired with jesmonite cups cast in the studio, then carefully hand-finished in Plaster White within the in-house painting workshop. Made to order, the piece can also be customised in any Porta Romana hand-painted finish, allowing for a truly bespoke result.
Paisley from Franklite
Image credit: Franklite
The Paisley table and floor lamp from Franklite exudes refined elegance, making it an ideal accent for contemporary hospitality interiors. Its sleek satin brass finish offers a warm, luxurious glow while the solid white marble base adds weight, texture and timeless sophistication. Designed to elevate guest rooms, lobbies or lounge areas, this lamp balances modern minimalism with premium materials, creating an inviting ambience that feels both upscale and welcoming. Featuring dimmable functionality easily adjusted with the in-line switch.
Tokyo Sputnik Chandelier from Mullan
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- Image credit: Mullan
Ending with a bold statement – this standout new addition to the Mullan Lighting collection, the Tokyo chandelier delivers a confident explosion of geometry and colour, channelling mid-century optimism through a distinctly contemporary lens. From a central polished brass hub, twenty-four arms extend outward in a striking radial formation, each finished with domed discs in a carefully balanced palette of green, blue, ivory, coral, and navy. Anchored by gold-crowned globe bulbs, the design captures and reflects light from every angle, creating a lively, sculptural presence. Bold yet playful, the Tokyo chandelier brings an unmistakable touch of retro glamour to any interior.
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Main image credit: Porta Romana
