Table Lamps
Latest Articles
Small Room, Big Impact: How to Use Table Lamps in Apartments and Compact Australian Homes
By Eliane El Khoury Updated April 2026 11 min read Small rooms have one lighting problem that never gets talked about honestly. The overhead light does too much. It...
Essential Pram Accessories for Australian Parents
You head out for what's supposed to be a quick walk. Twenty minutes in, it starts drizzling. The snacks are buried at the bottom of the bag. Your coffee is...
Wooden Dining Chairs Australia: How to Choose and Care for Them
By Eliane El Khoury · March 2026 · 15 min read Key Takeaways Hardwoods like oak, ash, and rubberwood handle Australia's humidity swings far better than softwoods. Pine looks nice...
Recently Viewed Products
Buy Table Lamps Online Australia -Modern, Bedside and Black Table Lamps
The Detail That Completes Every Room
Table lamps do more than light a room. They set the mood, soften a corner and give any space a sense of warmth and intention that overhead lighting simply cannot replicate. A well-chosen lamp is often the last piece that makes a room feel genuinely complete.
Shopica stocks modern table lamps, white table lamps, black table lamps and bedside table lamps in ceramic, glass, metal and rattan finishes. Every piece is chosen to feel right in a real home, not just look good in a photograph.
All lamps ship from Sydney with tracked delivery Australia-wide. Free returns within 30 days.
The Third Layer of Lighting
Why Lighting at Table Height Changes Everything
Most Australian homes are lit from above and only from above. The ceiling light goes on, the room is uniformly bright and everything is equally visible. That kind of flat, even lighting is functional but it is not atmospheric. It does not create zones. It does not add warmth. It does not make a room feel considered.
A lamp placed at table height creates a completely different quality of illumination. It casts softer shadows, defines the edges of a room and produces the kind of layered, dimensional glow that makes a home feel genuinely inviting. Interior stylists call this the third layer of lighting and it is the layer that most Australian homes are missing.
Bedside Table
Bedroom Warmth
The bedroom immediately feels like a retreat. Warm light at eye level creates calm that overhead lighting never delivers.
Hallway Console
First Impressions
Guests notice it before they notice anything else. Sets the tone for the whole home from the moment they walk in.
Living Room Shelf
Instant Depth
The whole room gains depth without a single renovation. Pair with a floor lamp on the opposite side to complete the layered lighting approach professional stylists use.
Modern, White, Black and Bedside
Browse Table Lamps by Style
Modern
Modern Table Lamps
Architectural forms and industrial materials for trend-conscious spaces. Clean lines, sculptural silhouettes and bold finishes in matte black, brushed nickel and polished chrome. Suit contemporary apartments across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. Pair with a mirror behind it to amplify both the design and the light.
White
White Table Lamps
Light-reflecting designs that brighten dark rooms and expand small spaces visually. A white ceramic or glass base with a fabric shade is the most versatile choice in this collection. Suits every Australian interior from coastal Hamptons rooms on the Gold Coast to Scandinavian-inspired apartments in Perth and Adelaide.
Black
Black Table Lamps
Sophisticated contrast and designer luxury for high-end interiors. A matte black base with a linen or drum shade adds definition and drama to a bedroom, living room or home office. A black lamp on a timber side table beside a cream sofa is one of the most reliably beautiful combinations in Australian contemporary interiors.
Bedside
Bedside Table Lamps
Purpose-built for perfect reading height and sleep-friendly lighting. The base of the shade should align with your eye level when sitting up in bed — typically around 60 to 70 cm above the surface of the bedside table. Choose warm white bulbs between 2700K and 3000K for healthy sleep rhythms.
Size and Material Guide
Choosing the Right Size and Material
How to Choose the Right Table Lamp for Your Space
Sizing is where most online lamp purchases go wrong. A lamp that looks perfectly proportioned in a photograph can feel oversized on a compact bedside table or disappear on a large console. Shopica lists exact dimensions in centimetres on every product page so you can measure before you buy.
Compact — 30 to 40 cm
Bedside tables, narrow consoles and small apartments. Adds light without dominating the surface.
Medium — 40 to 55 cm
Living rooms, reading nooks and home offices. Sits at eye level when seated beside a sofa.
Large — 55 cm and above
Buffets, desks and entryway consoles. Chosen as much for decorative presence as light output.
| Material | Best for | Interior style | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceramic | Bedside, console | Coastal, Hamptons, natural | Earthy and handcrafted feel. |
| Glass | Dark rooms, small spaces | Any | Reflects light. Adds openness. |
| Metal (gold, brass, black) | Living room, bedroom | Modern, luxe, contemporary | Strong visual presence. |
| Rattan and natural fibre | Any room | Bohemian, relaxed Australian | Warm and textural. B22 bayonet fitting standard. |
Living Room, Bedroom and Beyond
Where to Place a Lamp for Maximum Effect
How to Style Table Lamps Room by Room
Living Room
Beside a sofa or armchair is the single most effective position. A lamp placed beside a reading chair or at the end of a sofa creates a defined zone within the open-plan living space. Pair with a throw draped over the armrest to complete the look.
Bedroom
Always use matching lamps on both sides of a double or queen bed where space allows. Symmetry at the bedhead is one of the simplest ways to make a bedroom feel considered and finished. Browse our bedside tables for the full bedroom look.
Styling Tip
On a shelf or display unit, a compact lamp adds warmth and depth to the whole wall. The light bounces off the books and objects around it, creating a glow that makes the shelf feel like a curated feature rather than storage.
Shipped from Sydney Daily
Fast Delivery and Easy Returns
Every lamp ships from our Sydney warehouse on business days. Metro orders to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth arrive within three to seven business days. Regional deliveries take a little longer and every order comes with tracking.
We offer a 30-day return policy on all purchases. If something is not right, contact us and we will sort it out. Read our shipping policy and returns policy for full details.
✦ Ships from Sydney daily
✦ Order tracking included
✦ 30-day returns accepted
Everything the Room Needs
Complete the Look
Table lamps work best when the rest of the room is right. Browse our full homeware and décor range for everything in one place.
Australia-Wide Delivery
Shop Table Lamps Across Australia
Shopica delivers table lamps to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Hobart, Darwin, the Gold Coast and all regional areas of Australia. Designs start from $45 and every order ships from Sydney with tracking included.
All designs are selected for material quality and long-term durability. Contact our customer service team Monday to Friday for help choosing the right lamp for your space.
WHY SHOPICA?
Quality You Can Trust
Shopica is a Sydney-based, family-owned homeware, décor and furniture store founded by Eliane El Khoury. What started as a passion for beautiful, considered interiors has grown into a trusted destination for Australians who care about how their home looks and feels. We curate cushions, floor lamps, mirrors, bedside tables, dining tables, outdoor furniture and decorative pieces chosen specifically for Australian homes. Every piece is held to the same standard we would demand for our own. We do not stock products simply because they are popular. We stock them because they are well made, beautifully designed and worth every dollar.
Our Sydney-based team understands how Australian homes are lived in. The open plan living and dining spaces that define modern Australian architecture. The need for furniture that is beautiful on the weekend and durable through the week. The importance of getting the details right, from the cushion on the sofa to the lamp beside the bed. We source every product with all of this in mind.
With Australia-wide delivery dispatched daily from our Smithfield warehouse in Sydney and personal customer support from a team that genuinely cares about your home, Shopica is here to help you create a space that feels as good as it looks. One considered piece at a time.
Curated With Care
Thoughtfully Selected Pieces or Australian Homes
Quality You Can Feel
Beautiful designs, made to last
Here to Help
Real people, real support when you need it
Secure & Reliable
Safe payments and careful handling, every time
As Seen In
Shop with confidence
Australia’s No. 1 online-only furniture and homewares retailer
