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Continuous Improvement: UL Lighting Updates

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Top-down view of lamp parts showcasing colored metal shades, two gooseneck wall lamps, bulbs, and a coiled cord on a white background

Here at Schoolhouse we hold a special place in our heart for the Japanese Kaizen philosophy of continuous improvement. From product design to engineering, our hardworking team is always looking for ways to make the customer experience the best it can be. Often our “Want Better Not More” mentality leads us to make changes to our existing assortment.


“Many companies cycle through product by releasing new ones and creating ‘planned obsolescence’ for when they will retire older designs. We don’t do that here." says Product Designer Tana Sollars. "Sometimes we let go of the old to make way for the new, but often times we look to revive our existing products by offering them in new finishes or by tweaking the design to make it more user-friendly."


In our ongoing quest for improvement, this Fall, our design team took a few of our iconic sconces and made some smart updates.

Angled view of Radar wall sconce with navy dome shade, mesh diffuser, chrome gooseneck and metal box on pale background

The Radar

Inspired by a light fixture found on an old industrial parts washer, its design reflects utility in every detail. This season, the Radar returns with a new toggle switch, UL cording, and fresh embossed detailing.

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Angled side view of Isaac wall sconce showing white globe shade, adjustable white arm, and brass fittings on a light gray background

The Isaac

Arcing lines and a timeless silhouette work together to create this iconic fixture inspired by Scandinavian designs. The perfect embodiment of function and form, the entire Isaac family is now UL listed.

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Side view of brass wall sconce with white milk-glass shade, adjustable arm and black cloth-covered cord on white background

The Princeton

Stately, beautiful, and functional, The Princeton is a timeless accent light for any room in the house. With an elegant yet durable vinyl cloth covered cord, all Princeton Sconces are now UL listed.

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