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Lamps Plus

Lamps Plus is a Los Angeles-based retailer founded in 1976, specializing in lighting fixtures, furniture, and home décor.

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At a glance

Best for
Contemporary and Mid-Century Modern
Price position
AffordableCatalog taxonomy, not a live price quote
Primary styles
Contemporary, Mid-Century Modern
What it sells
Furniture and home goods
Shopping model
Online retailer
Evidence
Store website and product catalogClassification reflects the last review date above

Lamps Plus is an omnichannel retailer specializing in lighting and home furnishings, headquartered in the Chatsworth district of Los Angeles, California. Founded in 1976 by Dennis and Manja Swanson, the company operates as the largest specialty lighting retailer in the United States. Their inventory covers a broad design aesthetic spanning classic, contemporary, and mid-century modern styles.

The company utilizes a hybrid sourcing model that combines in-house manufacturing with a reseller approach. Artisans assemble custom lamps in their Los Angeles workshop. Beyond their exclusive lines, Lamps Plus acts as an authorized dealer for established national brands like Currey & Co, Hinkley, Tech Lighting, and Uttermost.

Notable product lines include the Color Plus custom lighting collection, which allows buyers to select from over 100 designer colors on various lamp bases. They also serve as the exclusive retailer for new luxury lighting fixtures from the historic Stiffel brand. While primarily recognized for lighting, the retailer carries a substantial furniture inventory, with representative items like armchairs and coffee tables generally priced between $200 and $1,000.