25 best pendant lighting manufacturers

Flos is an international company and a well-known brand synonymous with high quality and fine design. The company is a leader in the residential and architectural lighting sector and has been recognized worldwide for its excellence. The Aim pendant lamp by Flos exemplifies a blend of playfulness and originality, focusing on essential design elements. The lamp's design is centered around preserving the fundamental purpose of a lamp, resulting in a sleek and minimalist product. This award-winning concept encompasses a simple light and cord, offering remarkable versatility for diverse settings and precise control over the direction of the light source.

VIBIA is dedicated to enhancing the human experience by creating beautiful atmospheres through innovative lighting design. Studying and comprehending how people engage with their environments, VIBIA aims to surprise them with innovative lighting solutions that evoke the desired emotions and create meaningful experiences. VIBIA’s Wireflow pendant light offers a range of suspension lighting options that can be customized and adapted by architects and interior designers. The Wireflow collection offers functional light and meaningful minimalism with precise lines, making it suitable for both modern and classic interiors. 

In the late 1980s, Davide Groppi started designing lamps in a small Italian workshop. Groppi's designs are driven by the aspiration to give life to essential or meaningful concepts, taking inspiration from art, everyday objects, and a fascination with manipulating light. The Simbiosi modular suspension lamps were first designed by Davide Groppi in 2015. Today's model is a reimagined, modular chandelier made of metal, that is deconstructed and can be reassembled, offering the flexibility to be reassembled according to individual preferences.

4. Luceplan, Italy

Luceplan, established in 1978, is renowned for its innovative and technologically advanced lighting fixtures. The brand combines functional quality with architectural appeal for versatile use in various contexts. Luceplan Mesh decorative pendant for high ceilings is a modern chandelier designed by Francisco Gomez Paz, offering a combination of lightness, transparency, and innovation. Its unconventional design features a mesh instead of a traditional body, adorned with numerous small round LED reflectors made of polycarbonate. The mesh creates an intriguing play of black-and-white contrasts even when the light is turned off, making it an eye-catching addition to any space.

 

5. Foscarini, Italy

Foscarini stands out due to its commitment to research and innovation, its dedication to quality in production and services, and its international focus. The company's strong identity is rooted in a product-centered culture, supported by efficient design. The Foscarini Aplomb pendant lamp is a design by Lucidi e Pevere. The lamp's finely structured surface feels pleasant to the touch, and its material and shape give it a confident appearance, as reflected in its name. It also features a light design with the characteristic shape of an upside-down funnel, which offsets the solid nature of concrete while highlighting its unique material aspect. Aplomb provides precise, direct lighting, making it ideal for tables, peninsulas, or counters, whether alone or in composition.

 

6. Axolight, Italy

Axolight, founded 25 years ago near Venice, operates in Italy and the United States and serves about 90 countries worldwide. The company's mission is to combine contemporary lighting techniques with Italian design and craftsmanship to create high-end decorative lamps. Axolight's Bell pendant lamp with an anti-inflammable material covering and sound-absorbing qualities is a stylish lighting option that creatively reinterprets the traditional dome shape. Despite its substantial size, the lamp's soft lines and lightweight fabric give it an airy and unobtrusive presence. With a wide range of color and size options, the lamp can fit into various design styles and projects.

 

7. Marset, Spain 

Established in the 1940s, Marset has consistently leveraged the knowledge gained from decades of experience to emerge as a brand with a youthful perspective and a solid global presence.  Marset is a company that goes beyond simply designing lamps; it carefully considers light in its various forms and effects to create atmospheres with character and enhance people's quality of life. The Marset Ginger pendant light features a disk-shaped shade inspired by the iconic drums of Ginger Baker from the 1960s rock band Cream. The collection utilizes innovative materials and technology, including layers of wood, paper, and resin molded under high pressure to create a shade thickness of only 4 mm. The light is ideally used in kitchens, hallways, or open-plan spaces, adding style and character either as a standalone piece or as part of a cluster.

 

8. Tom Dixon, United Kingdom 

Established in 2002, Tom Dixon is a British design and manufacturing company specializing in lighting and furniture. Committed to innovation and aiming to revive the British furniture industry, the brand draws inspiration from the nation's unique heritage. Beat lamp by Tom Dixon features pendant lights with a minimalist design. The lights are available in grey with a precious silver interior, creating a warm glow. Each pendant is handcrafted through a careful process of spinning, brazing, and hammering, making each piece unique. The exterior is finished with a matte grey coat, giving it a contemporary look.

 

Established in 1874, Louis Poulsen is a leading global architectural and decorative lighting brand. Honoring the Danish design tradition, Louis Poulsen's designs are rooted in the principle of form following function. The PH 5 pendant lamp, a renowned lighting fixture designed by Poul Henningsen in 1958, reflects this philosophy. With its sophisticated multi-shade system, the lamp directs light downward while minimizing glare, creating a comfortable and inviting atmosphere. This suspended shade luminaire, featuring four shades, is designed to illuminate large rooms.

Delta Light, established as a small Belgian company in 1989, has grown into a global enterprise providing lighting solutions and services to clients in 120 countries. Its expertise is trusted by renowned brands and architects for various types of spaces including residential, office, hospitality, retail, and public areas. Delta Light’s Superloop modular lighting system is versatile and characterized by its sleek, circular, and square profiles. This modular collection offers great flexibility in illumination design. The core of Superloop's adaptability lies in its ability to function as both general and accent lighting.

11. Normann Copenhagen, Denmark

Normann Copenhagen is a Danish design company dedicated to creating bold, original products with a simple, contemporary aesthetic. It combines Danish craftsmanship, functionality, and durability with modern silhouettes and high-quality materials to create timeless pieces. Amp decorative pendants, designed by Simon Legald, is a range of small lamps inspired by old tube amplifiers from the 1960s. The decorative bulb emits a stunning glow through the opaque glass lampshades, making it appear as a pure and ghostly aesthetic silhouette. The lamp collection produces beautiful and comfortable light, and its sophisticated design can complement various interior decors. A single Amp Lamp can be installed in the hallway, in the corner of the living room, or a cluster of Amp Lamps over a dining room table for a modern ballroom effect.

 

GUBI is a global design house that embraces evolution with courage and intuition. Its collection includes furniture, lighting, and interior objects spanning almost 100 years of design history, representing distinct personalities and visionaries of their time from all over the world. The Multi-Lite collection epitomizes the golden era of Danish design with its innovative and versatile features. Comprising two opposing mobile shades, this collection allows for a personalized installation and offers a wide range of lighting options within a room. The shades can be individually rotated, enabling the lamp to create various lighting combinations, such as directing light upwards, downwards, or creating an asymmetrical art light.

The Artemide Group is a well-known Italian contemporary lighting manufacturer that was first established in 1960. The company is recognized for its emphasis on design, sustainability, and advanced technology. Artemide has also partnered with renowned international designers to create iconic design pieces. The YANZI pendant collection is the result of continuous research and dedication to exploring the dynamic interaction of experience, detail, material, shape, and light without adhering to stereotypical formulas. This collection showcases a delicate and captivating composition of graphic signs where balanced structures, reminiscent of branches or perches, support multiple stylized figures, providing a variety of versions and qualities of light.

In 1985, Minulamp, Eva Stampaggi, and Linea Light merged to form Linea Light Group. The company has evolved by focusing on research, collaboration with designers, and recognizing the potential of LED technology. Its  Tour PD minimalist circular pendant is a versatile lighting fixture. It has a slender profile which allows for direct, indirect, or internal light distribution. The pendant is available in four sizes and is crafted from aluminum with a range of finishes including white, black, gold, and copper.

Arkoslight has been devoted to the art and science of illumination for more than three decades. The company has become a global leader in lighting solutions, thanks to its deep appreciation for the transformative power of light. Its Spin pendant is a luminaire specifically designed for accent lighting. It has compact dimensions, clean lines, and a sophisticated geometry. The ultra-thin cable gives the impression of floating in the air. The luminaire can be installed individually or arranged in a group.

Headquartered in West Michigan, the global company has relied on innovative design for over 100 years to solve problems for people wherever they work, live, learn, and heal. Its Nelson Ball Bubble Pendant is a perfectly round sphere that emits warm, diffused light into any room. The pendant is made of a soft plastic material spray-coated around a steel wire frame, creating a rounded shape with a slightly visible wire frame that enhances the ambiance when the light is on.

HAY was founded in 2002 by Mette and Rolf Hay with the ambition to create contemporary furniture that uses sophisticated industrial manufacturing to satisfy the needs of modern living. The brand's mission is to revitalize the innovative spirit of mid-century Danish design, adapting it to meet the needs of modern living. Featuring a classic lantern design in lightweight paper and ribbed bamboo frame, HAY's Rice paper shade lantern emits a soft light and can be used anywhere in the home. This 50 centimeter-diameter shade works well on its own, or grouped with others. 

Kartell is a design company with a rich history known for its commitment to experimentation and innovation. Collaborations with renowned designers like Philippe Starck and Ron Arad have resulted in iconic pieces that redefine contemporary design. One of its most well-known products is the FL/Y Suspension Lamp. Designed by Ferruccio Laviani, the brightly-colored lamp features a unique bowl shape and diffuses light softly, creating an iridescent glow.

DCW éditions creates objects that have a strong connection to the past, are useful in the present, and are forward-thinking for the future. These objects are well-conceived, well-designed, and well-made, with a focus on longevity and the ability to be passed down through generations. The iconic Les Acrobates de Gras customizable pendant comes in large, extra large, 175mm diameter, and 250mm diameter sizes, adding an elegant and sophisticated touch. The product can be mixed and matched to create unique compositions tailored to any space. Installation can be simplified and diverse placement options can be offered through a single electrical connection. 

Moooi, established in 2001 has been a source of inspiration in the design world for a decade. The company's name, derived from the Dutch word for beautiful, reflects its dedication to beauty and uniqueness. Moooi’s Dear Ingo pendant lamp features sixteen adjustable lampshades made of powder-coated steel, giving it a distinct and eye-catching appearance. Inspired by a traditional metal desk lamp, Ron Gilad's innovative vision has transformed it into a sixteen-armed chandelier with mechanical magic.

23. &Tradition, Denmark

&Tradition is a company rooted in a deep appreciation for both classic and contemporary design. While deeply influenced by its Nordic heritage, it maintains a global outlook, sourcing design talent and production facilities worldwide. Flowerpot lightweight indoor pendant lamp by &Tradition comes in a wide range of vibrant colors. 

 

BuzziSpace, founded in 2007, has quickly grown its global presence with showrooms and manufacturing facilities in Europe and the United States. Specializing in acoustics, lighting, and furnishings, BuzziSpace provides innovative solutions for various environments, such as offices, hospitality, education, and healthcare, aiming to combine aesthetics with functionality to improve well-being and productivity. Its BuzziShade lighting system is built to prevent eavesdroppers from hearing private conversations and to minimize external noise levels. It is a versatile addition to any office, waiting room, or restaurant, with large-scale settings in mind.

Muuto is rooted in the Scandinavian design tradition, characterized by enduring aesthetics, functionality, craftsmanship, and honest expression. Under The Bell indoor pendant lamp is a large and versatile lighting solution that can be installed high above the ground or near seating areas. This pendant light features a bell-shaped shade that not only provides downward light but also absorbs sound, enhancing the acoustics of any room. The lamp is made of a material that incorporates up to 80% recycled plastic fibers, making it a sustainable and eco-friendly choice.