Lighting Brands

There are a lot of lighting brands out there, and on the surface many of them can look similar. But once you start digging in, the differences show up. Materials, construction, pricing, lead times, overall design point of view, it all adds up.

This page pulls together a small group of brands that are regularly featured on LightingGuide.org. Each one has its own approach, whether that means clean modern lines, more traditional detailing, or fixtures built with commercial settings in mind.

It is not meant to be an exhaustive list. Think of it as a starting point. If you are researching options and trying to get a feel for who makes what, these are brands worth knowing.

  • Kai Ming Yang Studio

    Wavy Pendant Light by Kai Ming Yang Studio

    Kaiming Yang Studio creates collectible furniture, lighting, and sculpture shaped by material process, quiet experimentation, and a clear sculptural point of view.

  • Luft Tanaka Studio

    Pipe Dream Chandelier by Luft Tanaka Studio

    Luft Tanaka Studio creates designer-led lighting with sculptural form, material experimentation, and a clear point of view. Less catalog, more studio practice.

  • Research.Lighting

    Y Linear Pendant Light / Chandelier from Research.Lighting

    Research.Lighting creates modern fixtures with sculptural clarity, quiet character, and Brooklyn-made precision. Minimal, playful, and built to last.

  • Souda

    Signal Pendant Light from Souda

    Souda creates modern furniture, lighting, and accessories with a playful, collaborative point of view. Design without ego, built to spark imagination.