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Structures that move you

Lights.ie showcases luminaires with surfaces that feel distinctly special

Fulda, 20th. October 2026 –** Light fittings are increasingly becoming material experiences within a space. Instead of smooth, perfect surfaces, textures, fibres, grain patterns and deliberately visible irregularities catch the eye. Linen has a soft, natural feel; raffia lends a warm, handcrafted touch; wood displays its vibrant grain; and mineral surfaces, with their rough texture, evoke a sense of authenticity. Lights.ie showcases luminaires whose unique materials not only catch the eye, but almost invite you to explore them with your hands.

Pendant lights: When light becomes a sensory experience of materials

Pendant lights bring an impressive variety of materials into our living spaces. Fine linen and cotton are combined with coarse woven fabrics, raffia and woven textures. Some umbrellas appear almost soft and flowing, whilst others surprise with clearly visible fibres and an irregular surface. Added to this are unusual material contrasts, such as stone or the combination of fabric and concrete. In this way, even familiar lamp designs take on a depth all of their own – sometimes natural and light, sometimes rustic and striking.

Up close, you can really see what makes these materials so special:

(1) Clarence linen pendant light (10057480, Lucande) | (2) Calma raffia pendant light (10050580, TK-Lighting) | (3) PIGNONA fabric pendant light (10059741, Eglo) | (4) Lisbeth fabric pendant light (10053973, Lucande) | (5) Suly cotton pendant light (10055642, Lindby) | (6) Marjorie pendant light made of fabric (10051091, Lindby) | (7) Novie pendant light made of cotton (10052916, Lucande) | (8) Tivoli pendant lamp made of stone (10060745, It’s about RoMi) | (9) Eloise pendant lamp made of fabric and concrete (10051056, Lucande) | ©Lights.ie

Ceiling lights: designs that stand out from the surface

The ceiling, too, can be used to create an eye-catching feature. A wide variety of textures – from finely ribbed and pleated fabrics, through corduroy and paper, to wood – bring the beauty of imperfection into our homes: creases, grooves and textile fibres create a vibrant interplay of light and shadow. Even understated designs take on character as a result and appear less sleek, but rather warm, textured and almost handmade.

When viewed up close, the materials reveal their unique charm:

(1) Zoey ceiling light made of fabric (10056616, Lindby) | (2) Trio ceiling light made of fabric (10059359) | (3) Anuva paper ceiling spotlight (10051098, Lindby) | (4) Winslow ceiling light made of plastic and fabric (10051720, Lindby) | (5) Libbie fabric ceiling light (10041971, Lindby) | (6) Winona LED ceiling light made of corduroy (10051223, Lindby) | (7) Boho ceiling light made of fabric (10059315) | (8) Boho ceiling lamp made from fabric (10059318) | (9) Shiloh ceiling spotlight made from fabric and wood (10052837, Lindby) | ©Lights.ie

Table lamps: Small objects, big impact through materials

In a small space, you can experience the material in a particularly immediate way. The textures of the table lamps range from soft textiles and linen, through paper and raffia, to marble, glass and concrete. Delicate weaves, ribbed fabrics, pleated paper textures and the distinctive patterns of natural stone set the tone. It is precisely this approachability that makes it so appealing: a table lamp can serve as a home accessory that not only provides light but also adds warmth and character to a side table, chest of drawers or sideboard through its finish.

A closer look reveals the fine details:

(1) Margin LED rechargeable table lamp in fabric (70039140, New Works) | (2) Eloise table lamp in fabric and concrete (10051057, Lucande) | (3) Libbie table lamp in linen (10050888, Lindby) | (4) Maveo table lamp in fabric and wood (10051899, Lindby) | (5) Lennes x Eva Söllner table lamp in marble and glass (10050195, Lindby) | (6) Anuva table lamp made of paper (10051239, Lindby) | (7) Lennes x Eva Söllner table lamp made of marble and glass (10050196, Lindby) | (8) Melody table lamp made of fabric and glass (10050632, TK-Lighting) | (9) Calma table lamp made of raffia (10050581, TK-Lighting) | ©Lights.ie

Wall lights: finishes that create a sense of intimacy

Wall lights really draw the eye to their materials. Braided fibres, coarse weaves, wood and textured surfaces give them a natural, almost handmade look. Where light falls on grooves, fibres or irregular textures, it creates subtle shadows and a lively interplay on the wall. As a result, the lights not only serve as a source of light, but also enhance the room even when switched off – with a palpable sense of warmth and character.

Up close, fibres, grain patterns and textures become visible:

(1) Harriet wall light in ceramic and glass (10053018, Lindby) | (2) LORE wall light in fibreglass (10058154) | (3) Stralino wall light in wood and iron (10050887, Lindby) | (4) Lumille wall light in concrete and glass (10057020, Lindby) | (5) Aeris children’s wall light in fabric and rattan (10048976, Lindby) | (6) Naike wall light made of plaster (10052791, Lindby) | (7) Oro wall light made of oak and glass (10058253) | (8) Tavira wall light in marble and iron (10051251, Lucande) | (9) Nature wall light in jute (10059373) | ©Lights.ie

About Lights.ie

Lights.ie has developed into the largest and most successful online pure player for light and lighting in Europe in 25 years. The company sells its products in 28 countries via various domains. Lights.ie stands for outstanding customer service, offers a range of over 400 brands and more than 50,000 products and impresses with its excellent delivery experience. Lights.ie also supports business customers with professional lighting design services. The company is part of the LUQOM GROUP, Europe's leading online specialist for lights and smart home products with more than 95 e-commerce shops in 34 countries.

Press contact:

Tina Ducke | [email protected] | +49 (0) 661-296 962-1168

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