Sustainability at Soho Lighting

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Lee Lovett walking along the Cornish coastline
Lee Lovett walking along the Cornish coastline

Sustainability sits at the heart of how we design. It guides the materials we choose, the way we create, and how our lighting, switches and sockets exist in the spaces they’re designed for. Our journey toward B Corp accreditation reflects this commitment, but it also stems from something simpler: a belief that good design should tread lightly.

Much of that instinct comes from Cornwall, home to our creative studio. When you work in a place shaped by sea, sky and shifting light, caring for your surroundings becomes second nature. Here, sustainability isn’t a target, it is something we refine, test and quietly improve with every collection.

Here are four projects we're especially proud of...

Pendant light from the Ocean Collection made from recycled fishing nets

The Ocean Collection

Lighting made from reclaimed fishing nets and ocean plastics

  • Our Ocean Collection pendants are 3D-printed using recycled fishing nets and plastics recovered from the sea, given a second life as considered, long-lasting lighting.
  • We also donate 10% of proceeds from the collection to Surfers Against Sewage, supporting their vital work protecting UK coastlines and waterways.
  • The collection has received multiple design and sustainability awards, recognising not just how it looks — but what it does.
  • EXPLORE THE OCEAN COLLECTION >

Decorex Sustainability Task Force

Collaborating to shape a more sustainable design community

  • We’re proud to be part of the Decorex Sustainability Task Force, working alongside like‑minded brands such as Edward Bulmer Natural Paint and Haines Collection to drive meaningful change across the design industry.
  • The Task Force champions responsible practice and supports exhibitors in making more sustainable choices, offering guidance and inspiration that extends beyond the show itself.
  • Bringing together brands already leading the way, the initiative fosters a more conscious, accountable and forward‑thinking design community - one committed to building a greener future, together.
Decorex Sustainability Task Force
Children collecting ocean plastics on a beach for the Cleaner Ocean Project

The Cleaner Ocean Project

Teaching the next generation to design responsibly

  • Working with local Cornish schools, the Cleaner Ocean Project turns sustainability into something practical, creative and impactful.
  • Children don't just learn about sustainability. They design it.
  • The project has received a Championing Community Award, something we're immensely proud of.
  • LEARN MORE ABOUT THE CLEANER OCEAN PROJECT >

The Bluebell Light

The Bluebell Light was created through our Cleaner Ocean Project…

  • A schools initiative where pupils learn about plastics, recycling and sustainable design, collect waste from local beaches, and design their own lighting.
  • The winning design was brought to life by our team and now forms part of the Ocean Collection, with proceeds supporting Surfers Against Sewage.
  • The project — and the light itself — has received national recognition for its educational, community and sustainability impact.
  • VIEW THE FINISHED BLUEBELL LIGHT >
The Bluebell Light pendant designed by students
"Our dedication to sustainability extends beyond our products to encompass people, the planet and our community."
— Lee Lovett, Co-Founder