New York Magazine

Lighting

Luceplan

49 Greene St., nr. Broome St.; 212-966-1399; luceplan.com

Super-sleek light fixtures designed by Luceplan’s Milanese founders set this shop apart from the competition. Its a perennial favorite of modernist interior designers and architects. $$$ (ecofriendly)

O'Lampia

155 Bowery, nr. Broome St.; 212-925-1660; olampia.com

Come here for masculine lamps and retro brass fixtures, all made-to-order by skilled craftsmen on the Lower East Side. $$$ (consulting services) (made in N.Y.)

Opad

40 Walker St., nr. Church St. 212-485-6190; olighting.com

Get the resources of a to-the-trade showroom here (the place is also open to the average buyer by appointment). The store carries an extensive array of designer collections, including those from mid-century masters Arne Jacobsen and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni as well as contemporary brands such as Droog and Flos. $$$ (consulting services)

Oriental Lamp Shade Company

816 Lexington Ave., nr. 63rd St.; 212-832-8190; orientallampshade.com

You’ll find both mass-manufactured and customized lampshades here, along with an impressive selection of tabletop and hanging lamps. Custom orders using your own fabrics or the store’s in-house selection can also be fulfilled. Lamp styles run the gamut from traditional to retro to contemporary. $$

Remains Lighting

130 W. 28th St., nr. Sixth Ave.; 212-675-8051; remains.com

This shop carries a full range of lighting options, including formal sconces and chandeliers. Sconces start at $600 a pair; cool inverted-dome chandeliers are $900 and up. $$$(made in N.Y.)

Schoolhouse Electric & Supply Co.

27 Vestry St., nr. Hudson St. 212-226-6113; schoolhouselectric.com

At the New York outpost of this super-cool Portland, Oregon, brand, light fixtures take inspiration from designs used in early-twentieth-century schools and libraries. The stock is fresh and eclectic, ranging from metal-industrial to colorful, painted options. $$$

Trans-Luxe

59 Walker St., nr. Broadway; 212-925-5863; trans-luxe.com

The overall aesthetic at this studio-workshop is serene and organic, though the materials vary from natural clay to silicone. The company’s original work is on display alongside designs from collaborating artists; all pieces are made in New York. $$$ (consulting services / ecofriendly / made in N.Y.)