The Easiest High-Impact Update Before Holiday Guests Arrive: Lamps

If you’re looking for a simple, high-impact refresh before holiday guests arrive, let me introduce you to one of the most underrated design upgrades out there: switching out your lamps.

Yes… lamps.

They may seem small, but they are absolute game-changers when it comes to how your home looks and—more importantly—how it feels. Designers know that lighting is never just about function. Lamps add warmth, texture, and instant ambiance in a way overhead lighting simply can’t replicate. And during the holiday season, when you want your home to feel welcoming, cozy, and elevated, they become even more essential.

Why Lamps Matter So Much

Lighting sets the mood of your entire home. It can make a space feel soft and inviting… or flat and unbalanced.

Lamps do three powerful things at once:

1. They Create Warm, Ambient Light

That soft glow in the corner?
The golden light that makes everyone look good?
The warm, relaxing atmosphere during winter evenings?

That’s lamp lighting — and it’s unbeatable.

2. They Add Texture, Shape, and Style

A lamp is not just a lamp.
It’s:

• A sculptural accent

• A grounding element

• A layer of texture

• A stylish moment on a console, nightstand, or built-in

Whether you go ceramic, natural stone, woven, metallic, oversized, minimal, or vintage-inspired, the style of your lamp instantly adds personality and depth.

3. They Transform the Vibe of a Room Instantly

Unlike furniture or paint, lamps are an easy swap with a major visual payoff.
Want a room to feel cozier? Add warm, textured lamps.
Want something bolder? Try oversized silhouettes or dramatic shades.
Want a cleaner, elevated look? Go for simple, sculptural bases in natural finishes.

It’s the fastest design upgrade you can make — especially before hosting.

Where to Use Lamps for Maximum Holiday Impact

A few high-impact spots:

• Entryway: sets the mood the moment guests walk in

• Living room: soften corners and add layered lighting for evening gatherings

• Bedroom: create a cozy, restful retreat for overnight guests

• Reading nook: warm, intimate glow for winter evenings

• Dining area: ambient lighting that complements candlelight

Adding even one new lamp can shift the entire atmosphere.

Ready to Elevate Your Home Before the Holidays?

If you’re craving a quick refresh that feels intentional and designer-approved, lamps are your secret weapon. They’re effortless to swap, instantly transform the mood, and bring that warm, welcoming glow your home deserves this season.

Whether you need something soft and simple or bold and statement-making, we’re here to help you find the perfect piece.

Explore our wide lamp selection in-store, or browse the full collection online.

Your next stunning statement piece — and your coziest holiday season yet — is just a lamp away.