Designer Desk Lamps for Home Offices and Reading Corners

How to choose a designer desk lamp?

Measure the available surface area and determine the area to be lit. Then check the height, base width, arm or head orientation, light source, wattage, colour temperature and available settings when specified.

Sompex desk lamps

The category mainly includes Sompex lamps, as well as a few models or illuminated objects from NOVA RICO, KARE Design and Present Time. Check the dimensions and features of each reference to ensure it suits your workspace.

A lamp for working from home or a reading corner

For work, choose lighting directed at the useful surface without causing glare. For reading, check that the beam can be directed towards the document or book. Intensity and colour temperature should only be compared when they are indicated on the product sheet.

Desk lamp or table lamp?

A desk lamp is chosen to light a work area, while a table lamp may have a more decorative use or create ambient lighting. To broaden your choice, browse our designer table lamps.

Furnishing a workspace

Pair your lighting with a designer desk and an office chair suited to the available space. You can also browse all our categories of designer lighting.

Frequently asked questions about desk lamps

What light should you choose for working?

Choose a lamp that properly lights the work surface without creating glare. Compare the luminous flux, colour temperature and settings when this information is available.

Where should a desk lamp be placed?

Place it so as to limit shadows on the work area and preserve the space needed for the screen, documents and accessories.

Is the bulb included?

Not systematically. Check whether the light source is integrated or whether a separate bulb is required, as well as the compatible base and wattage.

How do you maintain a desk lamp?

Switch off and unplug the lamp before dusting it with a soft cloth. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for materials and electrical components.