Lightology was established in 2003, by Greg Kay after completing his training as a master electrician in the 1970s. Inspired by the art and culture of the time, Kay’s passion and creativity spawned from his days as a roller disco lighting specialist, igniting an entrepreneurial drive that has since led to numerous award-winning lighting brands, cutting-edge designs, and the crown jewel of Lightology’s showroom in downtown Chicago.

Lightology’smission is to be the foremost lighting retailer, offering the widest variety of vendors, artful designs, and cutting-edge technology, educating their customers along the way.

Always evolving, never static, the Lightology team keeps their fingers on the pulse of art and design, collaborating with the biggest names in the industry and selling a robust variety of vendors, from European imports to boutique originals and everything in between. They strive to be the leading voice in lighting design and technology, with a team of certified experts, educational content, and industry events.

“As experts ourselves, we understand all of the steps involved in projects large and small, giving each of our customers the tools and customer assistance they need to make their next project shine.”

Lightology Showroom

“Step inside an award-winning space, brimming with rare fixtures, and gallery-worthy artworks.”

Located in Chicago’s design-centric River North neighborhood, Lightology is one of the world’s premier lighting showrooms, with three stories of awe-inspired designs and artwork from around the globe. The ever-evolving showroom is designed from the ground up to serve the specialty needs of architects, designers, contractors, interior designers, trade professionals, and homeowners alike.

The 20,000 square foot glass-enclosed space flows around a central atrium, featuring catwalks filled with high-end fixtures and interactive features. Whether you are looking for a mid-century modern chandelier, a Moroccan pendant, or an industrial desk lamp, you will definitely find it there.

Voted three years running Top Showroom in North America.

There are lighting stores, and then there’s Lightology. Whether browsing online for outdoor lighting or stopping in their Chicago-based showroom to find the perfect desk lamp, Lightology is the premier destination for modern lighting, commercial lighting, and home décor. The store’s knowledgeable staff can help you every step of the way, from dream to installation. The future never looked so bright.