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2026 Lighting Trends
If there’s one thing we’re seeing more than ever as we head into 2026, it’s that lighting isn’t an afterthought; it’s becoming one of the most expressive decisions in a space. The right fixture doesn’t just illuminate; it builds mood, brings texture, and sets the tone for the entire room. And as clients continue craving homes that feel collected, layered, and personal, lighting has become one of the most powerful ways to achieve that.This year’s trends reflect a shift toward pieces that feel intentional and artful. Where craftsmanship, sculptural form, material storytelling, and flexibility all play a role. Here are four lighting trends we’ll be seeing everywhere in 2026 and why they matter to the way we design.
Craftsmanship of Quiet Luxury
Luxury in 2026 feels softer and more restrained. Instead of high-gloss statements or overly bold silhouettes, we’re leaning into pieces that feel refined. The kind of luxury that reveals itself slowly. It’s in the weight of metal, the precision of a curve, the finish that looks hand-touched rather than factory-perfect. Lighting naturally becomes a centerpiece within this movement because it tends to hold visual importance even in the quietest spaces. In a room with clean lines and considered styling, a beautifully crafted fixture becomes the sculptural detail that carries the design. Explore the trend here.
Gerhard Chandelier | Design by Augusta Hoffman, Photo by
Joe Kramm
Sculptural Accents
We’re increasingly treating lighting like decor, not just something functional, but something that adds shape and rhythm to a room. In 2026, sculptural table lamps are becoming essential styling tools: pieces with fluid silhouettes, artful curves, and expressive metalwork that feel more like objects than accessories. What makes this trend especially compelling is that these lights bring visual movement even when they’re turned off. They anchor a console, elevate a shelf moment, and give bedside tables that extra layer of intention. Explore the trend here.
Jura Wall Sconce | Design by Chandler McLellan, Photo by Michael Spencer
Elevated Art Glass
Glass is having a major design moment in 2026, but not in a traditional, purely functional way. We’re seeing glass used as a true design feature, treated, textured, tinted, and shaped in ways that add depth and softness to interiors. What we love about this trend is the way it adds richness without adding heaviness. Glass can be dramatic without feeling dense, and it creates a layered glow that feels atmospheric and dimensional. From milky blanc finishes to warm bronze tones, and from seeded textures to rippled effects, decorative glass is becoming a material story in itself. Explore the trend here.
Cordless Freedom Lighting
One of the most practical and exciting shifts we’re seeing in 2026 is the rise of cordless, rechargeable lighting. A portable glow is becoming essential because it solves a problem we’ve all faced: lighting placement shouldn’t be dictated by outlets. This trend supports the way we design now: layered, flexible, and highly livable. Cordless lamps create warmth on console tables, add glow to built-ins, bring softness to powder rooms, and make outdoor entertaining feel as polished as an interior space. It’s a small detail that makes rooms feel more elevated, more intentional, and more adaptable. Once you start designing with cordless lighting, it becomes hard to go back. Explore the trend here.
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Lighting as the New Design Signature
If 2026 has one overarching message, it’s that lighting is no longer just a finishing touch; it’s the signature. Whether we’re embracing quiet luxury, sculptural accents, decorative glasswork, or cordless flexibility, the through-line is the same: lighting has become a tool for storytelling, atmosphere, and identity. Explore more from our six brands here.