Lighting in Los Angeles

Light in Los Angeles changes by the hour: flat and bright at noon, amber by late afternoon, and mostly artificial by the time a room is in use. Lighting in Los Angeles has to answer to both, shaping a home after dark as deliberately as the architecture shapes it by day. GRAYE’s West Hollywood showroom presents modern lighting by Italian and European makers, including table lamps, floor lamps, wall lamps, ceiling lamps, and portable and outdoor lighting. Our design team plans lamps and fixtures as part of the whole interior, for residential and commercial projects alike. Visit the Showroom | Book a Design Consultation

Explore Modern Lighting in Los Angeles, by Type

Each type of luminaire does a different job, so it helps to choose by function before form.

Table Lamps

A table lamp gives adjustable light at the height of a seated person: beside a sofa, on a console, or at the bedside. The shade or diffuser decides whether that light reads as soft and even or focused and directional. View the full range of table lamps.

• Duo by Andre Ricard: A black metal table lamp with a choice of opaque black or translucent white glass diffuser.
• Babel by Angel Jove: A sculpted alabaster lamp with natural variation in its stone surface.
• Acropolis by CTO Lighting: White alabaster paired with black steel accents for a contrast of materials.

Floor Lamps

Where there is no surface for a table lamp, a floor lamp supplies the light, and many double as sculpture. Arc and slender vertical forms suit reading corners and the edge of a seating group, and the position of the light source matters more than the height of the pole. Explore all floor lamps.

• U by Enzo Catellani: Available in two floor versions with black or white finishes and a low-voltage COB LED light source.
• Wawa by Enzo Catellani: A distinctive floor lamp combining a nickel structure, glass lens, and blue wire.

Wall Lamps and Sconces

Wall lamps clear floor and surface area while washing light across a plane. They work beside a bed, on either side of a mirror, and along a hallway. Some are hardwired and some plug in, which affects the electrical plan before it affects the design. See our wall lamps.

• Sfera by Enzo Catellani: A wall lamp formed around a nickel sphere, with a simple geometric presence.
• Lucid Wall Lamp by CTO Lighting: A wall light combining honed alabaster and satin brass, designed to cast light upward and downward.

Ceiling Lamps, Pendants, and Chandeliers

Ceiling lamps carry the ambient light in a room and often set its focal point. A pendant suits a dining table, kitchen island, or entry. A chandelier gives a longer table or a double-height room the scale it needs. Browse the full range of ceiling lamps.

• Moon by Davide Groppi: A ceiling lamp with a softly illuminated, handmade surface of unryu kozo paper.
• ESA by Draw Studio: A hexagon-inspired pendant with De Castelli finishes that directs light downward and can be arranged in clusters.
• Shard Pendant by CTO Lighting: A brass pentagon base in antique bronze or polished nickel, paired with honed alabaster or tinted glass.

Portable Lamps

Portable lamps run on a rechargeable battery, so they move from a dining table to a desk to a terrace without a cord. They suit rented homes, rooms with few outlets, and restaurants and hotels that reset a layout often. Discover our portable lamps.

• Giulietta by Enzo Catellani: A battery-powered LED table lamp with a vintage brass or black lacquered metal structure.
• Ale by Enzo Catellani: A battery-powered LED lamp with a lacquered aluminum structure in white, black, or multicolor finishes and a metal fly.

Outdoor Lighting

Outdoor lamps extend a terrace, patio, or pool deck into the evening, and they need ratings for moisture and dust. See all outdoor lighting.

• Origine by Davide Groppi: An outdoor lamp that uses indirect light to shape the surrounding environment.
• Sampei by Davide Groppi: A sculptural outdoor lamp available in a range of finishes.

Ambient, Accent, and Task Lighting

Home lighting works in three layers, and a well-planned room uses all of them.

• Ambient lighting provides general illumination. Chandeliers, pendants, and wall lamps usually carry it.
• Accent lighting draws attention to art, objects, and texture. Adjustable wall lamps and directional fixtures do this work.
• Task lighting supports a specific activity, such as reading, cooking, or writing. Table lamps and floor lamps typically serve here.

Putting each layer on its own control gives you a room that can shift from bright to quiet without changing a fixture. A dimmer on the ambient layer is the simplest way to start.

Materials, Finishes, and Light Quality

The material of a luminaire shapes the light as much as the bulb does.

• Opal glass diffuses light evenly, clear glass produces sharper shadows, and textured or blown glass scatters it.
• Brass, aluminum, and steel hold fine detail and come in brushed, polished, lacquered, and powder-coated surfaces. A solid metal shade directs light, while an open frame lets it spread.
• Fabric and paper. These shades soften and warm the light and hide the source.

Bulbs matter as much as the fixture. Color temperature between 2700K and 3000K reads warm and suits living rooms and bedrooms, while 3500K to 4000K is clearer for kitchens and workspaces. For art and fabrics, look for a high color rendering index, 90 or above. Finishes vary by model, and our team can confirm what is available for the piece you select.

Choosing Lighting by Room

• Living rooms: layer a floor lamp and a table lamp at the seating group, with a wall lamp above a console or beside art.
• Dining rooms: center a pendant or chandelier over the table. A fixture about a foot narrower than the table keeps proportions balanced.
• Bedrooms: wall lamps at the bedside free the nightstand, and table lamps on a dimmer allow a softer end to the day.
• Home offices: pair an adjustable task lamp with softer ambient light to reduce glare on a screen.
• Commercial spaces: restaurants, lobbies, galleries, and offices need lighting planned alongside furniture, circulation, and finishes. Our team works with architects and designers on these projects.

Planning Your Lighting

• Table lamps: the bottom edge of the shade should sit near eye level when seated, so the bulb stays out of the sightline.
• Wall lamps: center them roughly 60 to 66 inches above the floor, adjusting for ceiling height and nearby furniture.
• Pendants over a table or island: hang the lowest edge 30 to 36 inches above the surface.
• Dimmers: confirm that the fixture’s driver and the dimmer are compatible, since not every LED dims smoothly.

Why Choose GRAYE

• A curated edit of designer lighting in Los Angeles, chosen for form, craftsmanship, and the quality of light
• Luxury lighting selected to sit with the furniture, rugs, and art it will be seen beside
• A lighting store in Los Angeles where fixtures are planned by a design team, in person or by video
• Lead times are 16 to 20 weeks, plus 2 to 4 weeks for customized orders.

Customization and Lead Times

Some lighting offers choices in finish, size, or configuration. Options vary by model, and our team will confirm what is available. Hardwired fixtures also need to be specified with the electrical plan in mind, and our team can advise on this as part of a project. Bringing the team in before ceiling heights and junction boxes are fixed avoids rework later, and keeps fixtures, drivers, and dimmers aligned from the start. Lead times are 16 to 20 weeks, with an additional 2 to 4 weeks for customized orders.

Lighting in Los Angeles, Seen in Person

Finish, scale, and the character of the light are difficult to judge from a photograph. At our West Hollywood showroom, you can see fixtures lit, compare shades and finishes side by side, and judge proportion against furniture. Our team supports the full process, from layout and specification through delivery, with in-person and virtual consultations. We deliver throughout Los Angeles, including Malibu and Pacific Palisades, and across California and beyond. Showroom: 1117 N Formosa Avenue, West Hollywood, CA 90046 · Monday to Friday, 10 AM to 5 PM, parking on site · 310.385.7872 · info@graye-la.com Visit the Showroom | Book a Design Consultation

Lighting FAQs

What are the main types of lighting in a home?

Ambient lighting provides general illumination, accent lighting highlights art or architecture, and task lighting supports activities like reading. Most rooms need all three.

How many lamps does a room need?

Most living rooms work well with three to four sources at different heights, such as a ceiling lamp, a floor lamp, and a table lamp or wall lamp. Placing them on separate controls gives the most flexibility.

What color temperature is best for home lighting?

Between 2700K and 3000K suits living and sleeping areas, and 3500K to 4000K suits kitchens and workspaces.

How high should a pendant hang over a dining table?

Hang the lowest edge 30 to 36 inches above the tabletop.

What is the difference between a table lamp and a portable lamp?

A table lamp plugs into an outlet, while a portable lamp runs on a rechargeable battery and can be moved freely, including outdoors.

How long does lighting take to arrive?

Lead times are 16 to 20 weeks, with an additional 2 to 4 weeks for customized orders.