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SONNEMAN Lighting - A Way of Light

The SONNEMAN - A Way of Light Story

Robert Sonneman pioneered modern lighting and made it an art form. World renowned and acclaimed for clean lines and alliance to form and function, his world-famous, award-winning designs have been at the forefront of the design world for over four decades.

SONNEMAN - A Way of Light, founded in 2003, is a tribute to contemporary lighting design. Working in New York, Milan and Tokyo, Sonneman has sold designs worldwide since 1967. In 1974, Robert founded Sonneman Design Group, building an extensive client base spanning many diverse industries. His designs have been exhibited internationally — as well as in the United States — in major museums, exhibitions, galleries and shows for more than forty years. Robert founded SONNEMAN - A Way of Light. The current lighting collection includes over a thousand designs ranging from warm contemporary to ornamental modernism and modernist styles. Currently featured in over two thousand lighting showrooms worldwide, with over thirty exclusive galleries, SONNEMAN’s product line includes ceiling lights, bath and vanity lights, wall lights, floor and table lamps and outdoor lighting, and continues to evolve with exciting new introductions. Robert lives and works in New York and continues to innovate lighting solutions for the way we live.

Why We Love SONNEMAN - A Way of Light

The SONNEMAN lighting sensibility is clean and contemporary, yet with a big nod to design traditions past. The sleek, functionalist designs that made Robert Sonneman famous in the 1960s and '70s remain just as relevant today and continue to influence his work. As such, SONNEMAN combines classic elements--vintage bulbs, mid-century modern angles--with cutting-edge forms and technologies in his current line of contemporary lighting. SONNEMAN's sensibilities and prolific design vocabulary extend through the modern architectural and decorative genres of the 20th century and forward to the contemporary diversity of the 21st.

A Fun Fact About SONNEMAN - A Way of Light

Inspired by a variety of art forms and materials, Robert Sonneman brought the Atelier Chandelier to life through his interest in and adoration of a single vintage T8 bulb. The actual structure of the fixture, involving long iron bars that revolve around a single iron stem, was thought of after visiting the great iron industrial buildings in downtown New York, which had huge windows and black fire escapes against white limestone facades.

Noteworthy Lighting From SONNEMAN - A Way of Light

The Stix LED Pendant is a modern minimalist dream, comprised of multiple linear forms with integrated dimmable LEDs that can be individually adjusted for either ambient or task lighting. Similarly, the Suspenders collection features a system of adjustable bars, hangers and LED luminaires, allowing for an elaborate, interconnected lighting environment.

Ceiling Lights

SONNEMAN - A Way of Light's ceiling lights epitomize the brand's dedication to modernism and functional artistry. From sleek, geometric designs like the Stix LED Pendant to more intricate systems such as the Suspenders collection, these fixtures offer innovative lighting solutions that transform any overhead space into a dynamic display of light and shadow. Designed with contemporary spaces in mind, SONNEMAN's ceiling lights are perfect for creating a statement in living areas, dining rooms, and entryways, where the blend of form and function can truly shine.

Bath + Vanity Lights

In the realm of bath and vanity lighting, SONNEMAN - A Way of Light excels with designs that marry practicality with modern aesthetics. These lights provide optimal illumination for daily routines while acting as sophisticated accents in any bathroom. With clean lines and integrated LED technology, SONNEMAN's bath and vanity lights ensure a blend of energy efficiency and contemporary style, making them indispensable for modern homes seeking to combine utility with cutting-edge design.

Wall Lights

SONNEMAN - A Way of Light's wall lights are a testament to Robert Sonneman's philosophy of "lighting as an art form." Whether it's illuminating hallways, accenting living spaces, or adding ambiance to bedrooms, these fixtures add a layer of visual interest and functional lighting to any wall. With designs that range from the minimalistic to the sculpturally complex, SONNEMAN's wall lights enhance interior architectures with their innovative forms and superior craftsmanship.

Floor + Table Lamps

The floor and table lamps from SONNEMAN - A Way of Light bring the essence of contemporary design into more intimate settings. Adjustable features, integrated dimmable LEDs, and sleek profiles make these lamps versatile for task lighting, reading, or ambient illumination. Each lamp is a piece of modern art, designed not just to light a room but to elevate it, embodying SONNEMAN's commitment to design that serves both aesthetic and functional purposes.

Outdoor Lighting

Extending its modernist vision to the outdoors, SONNEMAN - A Way of Light offers a range of outdoor lighting that illuminates exterior spaces with the same commitment to design excellence found in its interior fixtures. These outdoor lights, designed to withstand the elements, provide not only safety and visibility but also an opportunity to highlight architectural features and landscaping with contemporary style. SONNEMAN's outdoor lighting solutions ensure that the art of illumination is as evident on the outside of the home as it is on the inside.

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