George Kovacs opened his first lighting store in Manhattan in 1954, importing modern and avant-garde fixtures that revolutionized American interior design. In the early 1970s, he introduced America to the halogen torchiere floor lamp—an innovation that defined a generation of contemporary lighting.
Now part of the Minka Group alongside Minka-Lavery, Minka-Aire, and Metropolitan Lighting, George Kovacs continues to produce fixtures marked by clean lines with unexpected twists and a good-natured sense of humor. Shop over 200 George Kovacs pendants, chandeliers, bath vanity lights, wall sconces, and floor lamps.
George Kovacs Pendants & Chandeliers
George Kovacs pendants range from mini and small pendants for kitchen islands to large pendants for dining rooms and foyers. The Alluria collection combines globe shades with ring-shaped structures in dual-metal construction. Island pendants like the Twist and Shout LED Linear Suspension provide workspace illumination with sculptural appeal.
Large chandeliers anchor dining rooms and two-story entries. Medium pendants suit breakfast nooks and bedroom lighting. The George's Web collection offers playful chandelier designs that capture the brand's signature humor.
George Kovacs Bathroom & Vanity Lighting
The Saber bath bar is a customer favorite for its clean horizontal profile and even LED illumination. One light bath fixtures work for powder rooms and single-sink vanities. Multi-light configurations span double vanities and wider mirrors.
Materials include etched opal glass, chrome, brushed nickel, and honey gold finishes. The Save Your Marriage double wall light—named with typical Kovacs humor—provides symmetrical illumination for shared bathroom spaces.
George Kovacs Ceiling & Semi-Flush Lighting
Semi-flush fixtures suit hallways, bedrooms, and rooms with standard ceiling heights. Flush mount options provide low-profile illumination for closets and transitional spaces. Both styles feature the brand's signature geometric forms and unexpected curves.
LED integration across the collection provides energy-efficient illumination without sacrificing the mid-century modern aesthetic that defines George Kovacs design.
George Kovacs Lamps & Swing Arms
Floor lamps continue the halogen torchiere tradition that George Kovacs pioneered, now updated with LED technology. Swing arm wall lamps provide flexible task lighting for reading and bedside applications. Desk lamps and table lamps offer portable options with the same clean-lined aesthetic.
Finishes include copper bronze patina, honey gold, coal, and classic chrome across lamp collections.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who was George Kovacs?
George Kovacs was a lighting designer who opened his first store in Manhattan in 1954. He was the first to introduce America to the halogen torchiere floor lamp in the early 1970s. After his passing in 2007, the Minka Group continues his legacy through fixtures that combine sophisticated style with a good-natured sense of humor.
What style is George Kovacs lighting?
George Kovacs is known for mid-century modern and contemporary designs featuring clean lines with unexpected twists and curves. The brand collaborates with designers like Karim Rashid and has worked with legendary figures including Isamu Noguchi throughout its 70+ year history.
Is George Kovacs part of the Minka Group?
Yes. George Kovacs Lighting was licensed to the Minka Group in 2002. The Minka Group also owns Minka-Lavery, Minka-Aire ceiling fans, and Metropolitan Lighting, allowing coordinated designs across product categories.
