Fab lamp and lighting ideas for your shopping list

Lighting in a room can change its mood, perceived size and function – it’s not just about buying a lamp and plonking it down in the corner. Before you even start wondering where to buy lamps in Singapore, think about what you need. Do you need upward or downward lighting? Will the size of the lamp exude the right amount of light to define the space? Do you need soft or bright lightbulbs to enhance the surrounding colours? And what kind of light will help you define the functionality of a space? Here’s our round-up of what to expect from these specialist retailers, to help make your lamp shopping experience a successful one!

Just Anthony – Danielle Lee

Just Anthony where to buy lamps in Singapore

How would you describe your range to someone wondering where to buy lamps here?

We have a very large selection; anyone wondering where to buy lamps in Singapore will have plenty of choice! All the table lamps are ceramic, and they come in traditional Chinese shapes and designs, modern geometric prints as well as modern Chinese designs. We also carry a small selection of wooden Chinese floor lamps.

Why are lamps are so important to a home’s décor?

They’re an easy way to add a small pop of colour wherever you want in your home. They also create a great ambience and complete a room.

What price range are they?

Prices range from S$150 to $350.

379 Upper Paya Lebar Road
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Originals – Jasdep Singh

How would you describe your range of lamps?

We stock a wide variety of table and floor lamps from Europe and rattan pendant lamps from Asia. I would describe the style as classic contemporary; they have that ability to fit into style of room.

Why is lighting so important to a home’s décor?

Lamps are often one of those home décor pieces that are overlooked until the end of styling a room, and yet they are so important to its ambience. You need to select the right piece to complement the rest of the space. In the day, lamps can be used as an accessory on a sideboard, and at night they are great at setting a mood. Our range of lamps will add texture and depth to your space.

What price do they start from?

From $260 and upwards.

Originals
#05-02/03, 1 Bukit Batok Street 22

Leyard & Planar – Joyce Lim

What can customers expect from your lighting range?

Our lighting system is controlled via Bluetooth (within 100 metres range), and there is a spectrum of over 16 million colours that you can choose from! We have a wide range that includes lightbulbs, track lights and strip lights. On top of that, the installation is seamless and smart. You just scan the QR code on the light fixtures using our in-house app, Planar Home (found in the App Store), and you’re all good to wind down for the day.

Why is lighting so important to a home’s décor?

When it comes to furnishing your home, good lighting is everything. It affects the ambience of a room and impacts mood. In fact, science has shown that the different kinds of light and intensity we’re exposed to can have a real impact on our emotional health and wellbeing, and even our appetite.

What price can customers expect to pay?

Our tunable white lightbulbs are competitively priced at $38 each.

33 Ubi Avenue 3, Vertex Building #01-02
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W. Atelier – Daniel Magg

How would you describe the range at W. Atelier for those buying lamps in Singapore?

Our portfolio is pretty eclectic, from the minimal Nordic-style lamps of Fritz Hansen and Karakter, to the Spanish design-driven pieces of Santa & Cole. There’s also the contemporary and artistic bohemian crystal of Lasvit, and Italian elegance from Cassina.

Why are lamps so important to a home’s décor?

They define the colour and intensity of the light in a home. They can create a warm environment and complete a living or dining set; or they can give a nice touch to a bedroom. Light creates an additional focal point, and gives you the opportunity to spruce up a place by choosing interesting colours or models. Lamp shopping at W. Atelier will help you find the perfect piece to give character to a home.

What can customers expect to pay?

Our lamp prices start from $500.

201 Henderson Road, #01-01 and #03-01
6270 8828 | W. Atelier

House of AnLi – Panagiotis Lynas

What can customers expect when they come lamp shopping at House of AnLi?

Our wide range stretches from traditional to modern lamps, and they’re made to use on every surface of the house, from the ceiling, walls, floor and tables, to our petit lamps that are portable. If you’re in the market for a lamp, our pieces are classy yet modern as they can easily blend into any theme of a room. Also, with our exclusive Fatboy lamps, you can change the cappies (shades) and style them the way you love.

Why are lamps so important to a home’s décor?

With the ability to largely affect the mood of a room, lighting is the most important element to consider when designing a space. In addition to altering the mood of the occupants in a room, lighting can transform the room in shape and size.

Are your lamps customisable?

Some lamp shopping, in particular for ceiling lights, can be a hassle, as you need to then have a proper installation carried out. At House of AnLi, we provide a fuss-free experience for customers; just choose where and how you’d like your lights installed and leave the rest to us.

#02-21/22 & #03-17 Tanglin Mall
The Loft: #02-19 & #20 Tanglin Mall
163 Tanglin Road | House of AnLi

Gallery 278 – Felicia Koh

How would you describe your range to someone looking to buy lamps in Singapore?

Our accent lamps utilise a wide range of natural and earth-friendly materials in their design (such as driftwood, rattan, linen, recycled corrugated card). We can also manufacture custom lamps upon request; examples include our standing floor lamp in solid teak, and our wrought-iron lamps, ideal for modern homes. We also carry a range of hanging pendant lamps by Graypants, made from recycled corrugated cardboard.

Why do you think lamps are so important to a home’s décor?

Lamps, whether for floor or table, not only brighten the dark corners of a room, but can also tastefully add to the overall aesthetics of your interiors, be it for a Scandi natural look or modern rugged industrial. Gallery 278 has that last piece you need for the finishing touch.

Can your lamps be customised?

We allow both full and partial customisation from shade to materials to the base stand. Recently, most requests have come in for rattan and driftwood lamps; there’s a real organic beauty in these light fixtures with their handmade textures. Someone once asked us to recycle an heirloom Peranakan carving into a lamp; it turned out pretty special! Lamp shopping becomes so much more fun for our clients when they discover that, with these materials, they make some of the most gorgeous shadows when illuminated!