The Soho Lighting Company

What The Soho Lighting Company does

The Soho Lighting Company is a UK-based luxury lighting and electrical accessories retailer serving premium residential and interior design markets. Its product portfolio centres on three interconnected categories: (1) LED bulbs organised into named collections such as Classic Clear, Vintage Sunset, Opal, Dim-to-Warm, and China White, with proprietary high Color Rendering Index (CRI93-95) and dim-to-warm (2800K-1800K) technologies; (2) sockets and switches spanning more than a dozen finish collections (Palaces, Charterhouse, Connaught, Savoy, Lombard, Camden, Eldon, Finsbury, Westminster) in materials from aged brass to brushed chrome; and (3) lighting fixtures including pendant lights, downlights, wall lights, outdoor and bathroom lighting, lanterns, and table lamps, grouped into themed collections such as Linen, Ocean, Schoolhouse, Statement, Chelsea, Glass Library, Acanthus, and Hand Painted.

The company operates a direct-to-consumer e-commerce model on a Magento 2 storefront at soholighting.com, complemented by a Trade Accounts program serving interior designers, electricians, and specifiers. Revenue is generated through fixed-unit, pay-as-you-go product sales across all three categories, with ancillary services including bespoke engraving, physical finish sampling, and specialised dimming solutions. Pricing is positioned at the premium end of the UK lighting market, with LED bulbs from £3 to £40, switches from £14.50, and dimmers from £35.95.

Brand positioning is anchored in 'Made in Britain' craftsmanship, carbon neutral operations, and editorial presence across 14+ design publications. The company has an ongoing strategic partnership with Historic Royal Palaces, most visibly realised in The Acanthus Collection. Distribution is primarily online (UK plus international shipping), supported by participation in major design events including RHS Chelsea Flower Show, WOW!house, and London Design Week. The company is privately held (England, company number 10797307), with 11-50 employees and operations centred in London and a registered/international sales office in Par, Cornwall.

Name

The Soho Lighting Company

Legal name

The Soho Lighting Company

Website

https://soholighting.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Soho Lighting Company is a UK-based e-commerce retailer of luxury Made-in-Britain LED lighting, sockets, switches, and fixtures, selling direct-to-consumer and through a trade program serving residential homeowners, interior designers, and electricians with premium, high-CRI product collections.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential Lighting and Electrical Accessories

NAICS

Residential Electric Lighting Fixture Manufacturing (335131), Wiring Device Manufacturing (33593), Electronics and Appliance Retailers (4492)

SIC

Electric Lighting & Wiring Equipment (3640), Retail-Furniture Stores (5712)

akta.pro primary industry

Indoor Lighting Fixtures Retail (Ceiling, Wall, Pendant, Chandeliers) (CRAIAHAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Smart Lighting & Controls Retail (Smart Switches, Dimmers, Hubs) (CRAIAHAF), Outdoor & Landscape Lighting Retail (Path, Flood, Security, Deck) (CRAIAHAC), Lighting Parts, Shades & Accessories Retail (Harps, Finials, Glass, Mounting) (CRAIAHAI)

Keywords

• Luxury lighting fixtures
• Designer LED bulbs
• Sockets and switches
• Decorative pendant lights
• Trade lighting supplier

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Product Sales - Lighting Fixtures: Direct e-commerce sales of lighting fixtures including pendant lights, wall lights, downlights, lanterns, table lamps, and outdoor lighting. Products sold at fixed unit prices through the company's website.
2. Product Sales - Sockets & Switches: Sales of electrical accessories including sockets, switches, dimmers, and connection units across multiple collections (Palaces, Charterhouse, Savoy, Lombard, Eldon, Finsbury, Camden).
3. Product Sales - LED Bulbs: Sales of LED bulbs in various styles (Classic Clear, Vintage Sunset, Opal, Dim-to-Warm, China White) across multiple cap types (E27, B22, B15, E14, GU10, G9).
4. Bespoke Services: Custom engraving service available for personalized products. Samples available for finish verification before purchase.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Soho Lighting Company designs, manufactures, and retails premium British-made lighting fixtures, LED bulbs, and luxury electrical accessories (sockets, switches, dimmers). It sells direct-to-consumer via its own e-commerce platform and through a dedicated trade program for interior designers, electricians, and specifiers, with bespoke engraving and finish sample services.

Product overview

The Soho Lighting Company is a UK-based luxury lighting and electrical accessories retailer operating an e-commerce platform alongside B2B trade operations. The product portfolio centers on three interconnected categories: (1) LED Bulbs organized into four distinct collections (Classic Clear with high-CRI clear filament bulbs, Vintage Sunset with amber-tinted spiral filament bulbs, Opal with diffusive opalescent glass, and Dim to Warm featuring adaptive color temperature technology), all available in multiple shapes (GLS, Candle, Golfball, ST64, G125, G80, G95) and base types (E27, B22, E14, B15, GU10, G9); (2) Sockets & Switches featuring over a dozen named collections (Palaces, Charterhouse, Connaught, Savoy, Lombard, Camden, Eldon, Finsbury) across various metallic finishes including aged brass, natural brass, heritage bronze, antique brass, black nickel, brushed brass, brushed chrome, matt black, polished chrome, and white metal; and (3) Lighting Fixtures including pendant lights, downlights, wall lights, outdoor lighting, bathroom lighting, lanterns, and table lamps, many organized into themed collections (Linen, Ocean, Schoolhouse, Statement, Chelsea, Glass Library, Acanthus, Hand Painted). The company complements its product sales with value-added services including bespoke engraving, a trade account program for designers and contractors, physical finish samples, and specialized dimming solutions. The e-commerce platform is built on the Magento 2 framework.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• The Palaces Collection: Luxury sockets and switches collection featuring aged brass, natural brass, heritage bronze finishes
• Classic Clear Collection
• Vintage Sunset Collection
• The Linen Collection
• The Ocean Collection
• The Schoolhouse Collection
• The Statement Collection
• The Chelsea Collection
• The Glass Library
• The Acanthus Collection
• The Charterhouse Collection
• The Savoy Collection
• The Lombard Collection
• The Eldon Collection
• The Connaught Collection
• Westminster Collection

Products and services

• Classic Clear Collection LED Bulbs High-CRI (CRI93) LED bulbs with clear glass and straight filaments offering warm 2700K illumination, available in multiple shapes (Candle, Globe, Golfball, GLS, Teardrop) and cap types (B15, B22, E14, E27). For homeowners and trade specifiers seeking authentic color rendering.
• Vintage Sunset Collection LED Bulbs Amber-tinted high-CRI LED bulbs (CRI95) with softly glowing looped filaments providing warm 1800K ambiance and a vintage aesthetic, featuring gold cap detailing. For premium residential interiors and hospitality settings.
• Opal Bulbs Collection Opalescent glass LED bulbs providing soft, diffused illumination with high-CRI output and full dimmability, featuring gold-cap detailing for refined elegance. For ambient residential lighting.
• Dim to Warm LED Bulbs Collection Adaptive LED bulbs that transition from crisp 2800K to warm 1800K as they dim, allowing atmosphere control with a single dimmer. Features vintage-style spiral filaments, clear glass, and gold-cap detailing. For homeowners and designers wanting tunable ambiance.
• China White LED Bulbs LED bulbs featuring China white glass finish for a distinctive, minimalist aesthetic in lighting applications. For contemporary interior styles.
• The Palaces Collection Sockets and Switches Luxury electrical sockets and switches collection available in Aged Brass, Natural Brass, Heritage Bronze, and Heritage Bronze with Bronze/Brass accents. For premium residential and heritage interiors.
• The Charterhouse Collection Sockets and Switches Antique brass finish sockets and switches featuring traditional plate designs with various insert options including black and white inserts. For traditional and heritage interiors.
• The Connaught Collection Sockets and Switches Black nickel finish sockets and switches available in traditional and flat plate styles with black inserts and grid switch options. For contemporary and hotel-style interiors.
• The Savoy Collection Sockets and Switches Brushed brass finish electrical accessories with traditional plate designs and various insert configurations. For warm, classic residential interiors.
• The Lombard Collection Sockets and Switches Brushed chrome finish sockets and switches including brushed chrome and brass variants, available in traditional and flat plate configurations. For modern interiors.
• The Camden Collection Sockets and Switches Matt black finish sockets and switches with options including black inserts, brushed brass, and antique brass accents. For contemporary interiors.
• The Eldon Collection Sockets and Switches White metal finish sockets and switches available in flat plate style with white inserts and polished chrome options. For minimalist interiors.
• Finsbury Collection Sockets and Switches Polished chrome finish sockets and switches with traditional and flat plate options featuring black and white inserts. For classic and modern interiors.
• Pendant Lights Decorative hanging light fixtures including glass pendant, rose gold, gold, and painted metal options for residential and commercial interiors. For kitchens, dining rooms, hallways, and statement spaces.
• Downlights Recessed ceiling lights available in fixed, tiltable, and dim-to-warm configurations for ambient and task lighting. For residential and commercial ceilings.
• Wall Lights Wall-mounted lighting fixtures for ambient, accent, and task lighting applications in various styles and finishes. For hallways, bathrooms, bedrooms, and living spaces.
• Outdoor Lighting Weather-resistant lighting solutions designed for exterior spaces including gardens, patios, and facades.
• Bathroom Lighting Moisture-resistant lighting fixtures suitable for bathroom environments with various IP ratings. For residential and hotel bathrooms.
• Lanterns Traditional and contemporary lantern-style lighting fixtures including the Langdon Lanterns collection. For entrances, hallways, exterior walls, and heritage properties.
• Table Lamps Decorative table lamps for residential interiors, including bedside, desk, and console applications.
• The Acanthus Collection Lighting Pendant lighting collection created in collaboration with Historic Royal Palaces, drawing on the historical grandeur and refined beauty of royal interiors. For heritage and luxury residential and hospitality projects.
• Bespoke Engraving Service Custom engraving service for sockets, switches, and lighting products to personalize installations with room names, labels, or custom marks. For homeowners, designers, and trade customers seeking personalized finishes.
• Trade Orders and Accounts Program Dedicated trade program offering preferential pricing, account management, and support for interior designers, architects, electricians, and trade professionals. Includes trade signup, trade orders, and dedicated account management.
• Finish Samples Service Physical finish sample service allowing customers to evaluate product finishes and colors before purchase. For homeowners, designers, and trade customers verifying aesthetics.
• Dimming Toggle Switches Specialized dimmer switch solutions including the Dolly Toggle dimmer and intelligent trailing-edge dimmers compatible with LED lighting, designed for no-buzz, no-failure operation.

Quantifiable outcome

• Carbon neutral operations

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Historic Royal PalacescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOngoing collaboration with Historic Royal Palaces for product development. The Acanthus Collection was developed in partnership with Historic Royal Palaces, drawing on historical grandeur and refined beauty of royal interiors. This partnership provides design inspiration from historical royal interiors.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Original BTC: British lighting manufacturer with Made-in-England heritage positioning, selling premium decorative and task lighting. Comparable on UK-manufactured premium lighting with strong designer/specifier distribution.
• Holloways of Ludlow: UK lighting and home furnishings retailer with strong interior-designer trade following. Comparable on premium residential positioning, multi-brand curation, and trade-account model, though Holloways also stocks external brands.
• Industville: UK-based designer and manufacturer of industrial-style decorative lighting sold DTC and to trade. Comparable as a UK heritage-styled lighting brand selling fixtures and bulbs with similar specifier/designer channel.
• Där Lighting: UK lighting brand offering decorative fixtures across traditional and contemporary styles via trade and retail channels. Comparable product breadth in pendants, wall lights, and table lamps for residential interiors.
• Pooky: UK-based luxury lighting DTC brand selling decorative lamps, pendants, and shades to a similar interior-designer/specifier audience. Most directly comparable on positioning, customer segment, and e-commerce-led GTM.
• John Cullen Lighting: UK luxury architectural and decorative lighting brand serving high-end residential and hospitality designers. Comparable on premium positioning, designer-led specification sales, and emphasis on lighting quality (CRI, dimming).

Broad incumbents

• Flos: Global premium architectural and decorative lighting brand with deep designer/specifier relationships. Comparable premium positioning and designer audience, but operates at significantly larger scale and broader portfolio than Soho.
• Foscarini: Italian designer lighting brand known for decorative residential fixtures. Comparable on designer-led premium residential lighting, though Foscarini is a global incumbent with broader distribution and brand recognition.
• Philips Hue (Signify): Global leader in connected/smart residential lighting. Adjacent competitor rather than direct overlap; represents the strategic smart-lighting category that could pull share from traditional premium fixture brands like Soho over time.

Emerging players

• Buster + Punch: London-born designer of lighting, hardware, and home accessories with a strong DTC and trade presence. Comparable on UK heritage-tinged luxury positioning, interior-designer customer base, and integrated switches/lighting product line.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/thesoholightingcompany
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/soho-lighting

Compliance1 record

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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