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Mid-Century Lighting

Mid-century modern lighting from Visual Comfort and Hinkley: mid-century pendant lights, chandeliers, wall lights and ceiling lights with clean lines, glass globes, fluted shades and slim brass, nickel and black frames.

Shop by type: pendant lights, chandeliers and wall lights. Or see designer lighting.

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Getting the mid-century look

What to look for. Simple geometric shapes, slender arms, round glass globes and white or opal glass, usually in brass, black or nickel. The light is designed as one clean form with little added decoration.

Ranges to start with. Geneva by Chapman & Myers has slender fluted glass shades. Brianna is inspired by the mid-century French designer Jean Royère. Hinkley Skye and Poppy use glass globes on simple frames.

Where it works. Mid-century lights suit 1950s to 1970s homes, and they also sit comfortably in villas and new builds because the shapes are so simple.

Keep it consistent. Many ranges include a matching chandelier, pendant and wall light, so you can carry one design through a living and dining area.

Planning a build or renovation?Send us your lighting plan. We quote trade and house-lot orders, and help you choose finishes that work together.Request a house-lot quote