The Allure of Concrete Lighting
Concrete isn’t just for floors and facades anymore: in lighting it brings raw texture, sculptural form and an architectural edge. In modern interiors — where simplicity, material authenticity and clean geometry are prised - concrete lights make a distinctive statement. They combine durability with minimalist elegance, turning fixtures into focal points rather than mere bulbs.
Whether you're working with open-plan layouts or compact city pads, a well-chosen concrete fixture anchors the space and invites light to interact with surface, shadow and tonality.
Our Top 7 Concrete Lights
Below are seven standout fixtures from Nook Collections that embody the concrete aesthetic - each offering a unique form, material treatment and design purpose.
1. Funnel Pendant Light – Sculptural and substantial, the Funnel’s fibre-concrete body and Corten option make it the ultimate brutalist pendant for open-plan spaces.
2. Borne Beton Petite Table Lamp - A Le Corbusier classic cast in raw concrete; the benchmark for authentic brutalist design.
3. Iota Table Lamp – Compact yet architectural; concrete meets brass for a refined, tactile contrast.
4. Fluted Knuckle Wall Light - A textured, ribbed wall light that channels brutalist geometry in a subtle, sculptural form.
5. Hakea Pendant Light - Hand-poured in concrete with a beautifully raw, textured finish, the Hakea balances architectural weight with natural tone.
6. Wattle Pendant Light - Concrete finish (plus metal/brass details) and sculptural, cut-away design; fits the brutalist/raw material ethos.
7. Mast Wall Light - Linear, minimalist wall light made of concrete — excellent for architectural layering.
Why Choose Concrete Lighting?
- Material truth: Concrete reveals texture, casting marks and tonal variation - each piece is unique.
- Architectural form: The weight and geometry of concrete lights give them sculptural presence.
- Versatility in scale: From compact wall fixtures to oversized pendants, concrete fits many spatial uses.
- Enduring aesthetic: Unlike some trends, the raw-material look feels timeless, modern and grounded.
Styling Tips: How to Use Concrete Lights
- Contrast with warmth: Pair concrete finishes with timber, linen, soft textiles or greenery to soften the raw material.
- Muted palette: Greys, charcoals, blacks and natural tones highlight the form and texture of concrete fixtures.
- Play with scale & positioning: A single large concrete pendant can anchor a room; a cluster of smaller ones builds rhythm.
- Light quality matters: Use warm white bulbs (approx. 2700-3000K) to ensure the concrete surface doesn’t feel cold. Shadows from the structure will add depth.
Bring It Home
Explore our full Brutalist Lighting Collection to browse more fixtures that blend raw materiality with refined design. Whether you’re refreshing a kitchen zone, creating an architectural feature in a living area, or just adding texture to a hallway, concrete lighting offers real impact.
