Muuto vs Ferm Living vs Research.Lighting: Three Modern Voices That Work Beautifully Together
Muuto, Ferm Living, and Research.Lighting each bring their own take on modern lighting. What makes them interesting together is how easily they can share a room. One brings clarity. One brings warmth. One shapes the structure around everything else. None of them feel heavy handed on their own, and when mixed, the space gains a kind of quiet richness that feels natural rather than styled.
Shapes Sconce from Research.lighting
Muuto
Muuto tends to approach modern design with a gentle touch. Lines stay clean, shapes stay soft, and the overall feeling is relaxed. It works well in the places where people actually spend time. A Muuto pendant light over the dining table sets a clear but friendly tone. A Muuto table lamp on a living room shelf gives just enough glow to make evenings feel comfortable without becoming the main event. This is lighting that wants to be used, not fussed over.
Ferm Living
Ferm Living brings a different kind of softness. There is more texture, more warmth, and often a sense of calm that feels grounded. Their lighting works especially well in bedrooms, hallways, and smaller dining spaces where the glow matters as much as the shape. Ferm Living pieces tend to settle into a room in a way that makes everything feel a bit slower and more lived in. Compared with Muuto, the tone is slightly deeper and more tactile, which is exactly why the two pair so well.
Research.Lighting
At Research.Lighting, we think about lighting as part of the architecture. Proportion and presence guide the work. We pay attention to how a fixture shapes a room once it becomes part of daily life. A chandelier might define the dining area with a steady outline. A sconce might create a small moment of structure along a hallway. When paired with Muuto or Ferm Living, our pieces often serve as the grounding note. Muuto brings the approachable brightness. Ferm Living brings warmth and softness. We bring the clarity that holds the room steady. All three can sit comfortably together without competing for attention.
Three Tier Chandelier from Research.Lighting
Choosing Between Them
Choosing among the three is really about deciding what kind of mood you want to set. If you need an anchor, our pieces may be the place to start. If the room needs brightness that feels easy and modern, Muuto usually fits the moment. If the space calls for warmth or a bit of texture, Ferm Living steps in naturally. In many homes, the best answer is a mix of all three. A Research.Lighting chandelier in the dining room, a Muuto floor lamp near the sofa, and a Ferm Living sconce warming the hallway. Each one doing its job in a way that feels honest and balanced.
When combined thoughtfully, the room gains layers of personality without ever feeling busy.
For more inspiration, explore our feature on the Top Designer Lighting Brands Shaping Modern Interiors.
