SONNEMAN – A Way of Light represents over five decades of modern lighting design pioneered by Robert Sonneman. Working from New York City since 1967, Sonneman introduced Bauhaus-influenced functionalism to American lighting—clean lines, alliance to form and function, and what he calls "lighting machines that glorify the industrial aesthetic."
Today, SONNEMAN fixtures appear in over 2,000 showrooms worldwide and museum collections including MoMA and the Whitney. Shop over 350 Sonneman LED pendants, chandeliers, wall sconces, bath bars, and architectural outdoor lighting.
Sonneman Pendants & Linear Suspension
The Stiletto collection delivers bright, even LED illumination through solid acrylic thrust through minimal aluminum channels. Island pendants span kitchen workspaces in 32" to 60" widths. The Thin-Line series offers ultra-minimal linear suspension—optical acrylic shades casting glare-free light over dining tables and boardroom desks.
Large pendants and medium pendants include the Stix collection—LED rods that bring drama and volume to any space. The Champagne Bubbles pendant adds sculptural presence to residential and hospitality interiors. Vines and Votives collections provide organic alternatives within Sonneman's geometric vocabulary.
Sonneman Suspenders System
The Suspenders collection is Sonneman's signature scalable lighting system—modular, wall-mounted and suspended fixtures that can be configured to any size or shape. Choose from Tri-Bar, Linear, and custom configurations with interchangeable elements including cylindrical floodlights, crystal rods, and parachute reflectors.
Constellation offers celestially inspired LED clusters scalable to any dimension. The QB collection features modular interconnected cubes with LED panels expanding in any direction. These systems suit residential, hospitality, and commercial applications where architectural scale matters.
Sonneman Wall Sconces & Bath Lighting
One light wall sconces include the Stiletto Lungo wall bar—the same precise acrylic-and-aluminum construction in vertical orientation. The Bauhaus Columns bath bar collection honors the design school that shaped Sonneman's aesthetic with etched glass and ADA-compliant profiles.
Bath bars provide even LED diffusion for vanity applications. The LP collection creates indirect ambient light with a halo effect against walls. Swing arm sconces offer adjustable task lighting with plug-in and hardwired options.
Sonneman Foyer & Architectural Lighting
Foyer and hallway fixtures establish first impressions with Sonneman's architectural precision. Light bars provide linear accent lighting for corridors and galleries. The Tribeca sconce adapts the brand's modern aesthetic with optional mesh encasing for versatile interior styling.
Flush and semi-flush options suit standard ceiling heights while maintaining Sonneman's signature clean-lined presence. All fixtures feature 95% LED technology—energy efficient without sacrificing the warm, even illumination the brand is known for.
Sonneman Outdoor & Landscape Lighting
Bollard lighting and path lights extend Sonneman's architectural discipline to exterior applications. The QB collection carries IP65 ratings for outdoor locations in textured black, textured white, and natural anodized finishes. Outdoor wall sconces and surface mounts suit covered porches, patios, and building entries.
All outdoor fixtures maintain the geometric precision and stable LED output that define Sonneman's interior collections. Coordinate indoor and outdoor pieces for consistent design language throughout a property.
Why Shop Sonneman at Crescent Harbor
Access over 350 Sonneman fixtures with expert guidance on modular system configuration and collection coordination. All fixtures include manufacturer warranties. Free shipping on qualifying orders plus our 110% low price guarantee.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Robert Sonneman?
Robert Sonneman is the founder and lead designer of SONNEMAN – A Way of Light. A New York City native who studied at MoMA and the Whitney Museum, Sonneman introduced Bauhaus-influenced modern lighting to America starting in 1967. He previously worked with George Kovacs before launching his own brand. His designs are now featured in museums and over 2,000 showrooms worldwide.
What does "A Way of Light" mean? "
A Way of Light" reflects Robert Sonneman's philosophy that "light shapes space, determines perception and sets the mood and tone of an environment." The tagline captures the brand's approach of treating lighting as both functional necessity and artistic expression rooted in Bauhaus principles of form following function.
What are Sonneman's signature collections?
Sonneman's most recognized collections include Suspenders (modular scalable systems), Stiletto and Stiletto Lungo (acrylic-and-aluminum precision), Stix (LED rod configurations), Thin-Line (minimal linear suspension), Constellation (celestial LED clusters), and Champagne Bubbles (sculptural pendants). Over 95% of current Sonneman fixtures use LED technology.
