Design table lamps
Discover our design table lamp collection, with signed pieces such as the iconic Flos Snoopy. Every product page includes exact materials and finishes so you can choose with confidence.
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Discover our design table lamp collection, pieces built for a desk, nightstand or console table. Every product page includes exact materials and finishes so you can choose with confidence.
Table lamps are design lighting pieces placed on a horizontal surface — a side table, a desk, a nightstand or a sideboard. They're characterized by their compact size and by combining light function with decorative value: unlike a floor lamp, they don't cover a wide space — instead, they act as a specific light point and, often, as a design object in their own right.
| Location | Main function | Worth considering |
|---|---|---|
| Desk | Focused task lighting | Adjustable arm or dimmable head |
| Nightstand | Soft light before sleep | Low height to avoid glare when lying down |
| Console or side table | Ambient and decorative | Prioritize design over light output |
Our catalog includes the Snoopy lamp, designed in 1967 by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos. It pairs a marble base with an enameled metal shade, and it's still regarded today as a classic of Italian design — more than 55 years after its launch. Other signed pieces in our catalog include the Kelvin (Antonio Citterio with Toan Nguyen) and the Bilboquet (Philippe Starck), both also by Flos.
Size: it should be proportional to the surface it sits on — an oversized lamp on a small nightstand throws off the balance of the piece. Material: metal, glass, wood or ceramic, each with different upkeep and visual weight. Function: for work, prioritize an adjustable head; for a purely decorative piece, prioritize form over output. Layering with other light sources: a table lamp pairs well with pendant lamps or wall lamps to build up layers of light in the same room.
At Exento we work with brands such as Blux, Flos and Vp Interiorismo. Every product page includes exact measurements, materials and finishes, so your decision doesn't rely on generic photos.
Alongside the signed Flos pieces, our catalog includes real Blux references with distinct finishes and materials. The C_Ball T pairs an opal glass sphere with metal details in satin brass or matte black. The Lola has a metal body and a fabric diffuser, available in two finishes. And the Overlay T is blown glass with three removable conical reflectors that let you adjust the light effect depending on the occasion.
What height should a nightstand lamp be?
The shade should sit roughly at eye level while sitting up in bed, to avoid direct glare when lying down.
Can a table lamp replace a room's general lighting?
Not on a permanent basis — it works better as a complement to a general light source, adding a warm point or focused task light.
What's the difference between a desk lamp and a decorative one?
A desk lamp prioritizes an adjustable head and direct, intense light; a decorative one prioritizes form and usually gives softer, ambient light.
What's a removable reflector on a table lamp?
A piece you can take off or reposition to change the light's direction or intensity without switching lamps — useful if you want flexibility between ambient and more focused light.