3-way Floor Lamps

94 Ideas by James Huniford

To easily transition your living space from bright task work to cozy evening relaxation, you need adjustable lighting. I selected these fixtures with three-way rotary switches and linen shades so you can effortlessly control light levels.

Modern Gold Arc Floor Lamp with Staggered Drum Shades and Polished Finish

Modern Gold Arc Floor Lamp with Staggered Drum Shades and Polished Finish

The staggered heights of this gold arc lamp create a dynamic silhouette that adds warmth to a neutral contemporary living room.
Modern Floor Lamp with Black and Gold Finish and White Marble Base

Modern Floor Lamp with Black and Gold Finish and White Marble Base

Elevate your reading nook with this tall floor lamp featuring a luxurious marble base and a sophisticated black and gold finish.
Floor Lamp Tree Style Black and White Adjustable Conical Shades

Floor Lamp Tree Style Black and White Adjustable Conical Shades

This floor lamp's three adjustable heads allow for customized task lighting while the black-and-white finish offers a crisp, modern look.
Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamp: Matte Black Tree with Adjustable Cone Shades

Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamp: Matte Black Tree with Adjustable Cone Shades

The matte black finish and adjustable cone shades provide a striking architectural silhouette against this airy, neutral reading nook.
Traditional Floor Lamp with Turned Bronze Post and Tapered Cream Drum Shade

Traditional Floor Lamp with Turned Bronze Post and Tapered Cream Drum Shade

The timeless turned-post silhouette paired with a warm bronze finish makes this floor lamp an elegant anchor for any traditional corner.
Sculptural Gold Floor Lamp with Five Interlocking LED Rings for Modern Living

Sculptural Gold Floor Lamp with Five Interlocking LED Rings for Modern Living

Overlapping gold LED rings create a sculptural glow, turning a functional floor lamp into a modern art piece for the corner.
Contemporary Silver Floor Lamp with Slender Profile and Neutral Fabric Drum Shade

Contemporary Silver Floor Lamp with Slender Profile and Neutral Fabric Drum Shade

This slender metallic floor lamp pairs a clean-lined profile with a classic drum shade for a versatile, contemporary look.
Modern Farmhouse Floor Lamp: Matte Black Pole, Wood Toned Base, and Linen Shade

Modern Farmhouse Floor Lamp: Matte Black Pole, Wood Toned Base, and Linen Shade

A classic pull chain switch adds a tactile, vintage touch to this lamp’s slim black silhouette and mixed-material wooden base.
Arc Tree Floor Lamp Brushed Silver Finish White Drum Shades Modern

Arc Tree Floor Lamp Brushed Silver Finish White Drum Shades Modern

The graceful tiered arc of these silver arms creates a sophisticated overhead glow without the need for complex ceiling installation.
Industrial Bronze Floor Lamp with Three Adjustable Heads for Task Lighting

Industrial Bronze Floor Lamp with Three Adjustable Heads for Task Lighting

Three adjustable heads allow for customized directional lighting, making this bronze lamp a perfect functional anchor for a reading nook.
Multi-Arm Arch Floor Lamp with Stone-Like Base and Neutral Drum Shades

Multi-Arm Arch Floor Lamp with Stone-Like Base and Neutral Drum Shades

Three graceful arches provide layered task lighting anchored by a sophisticated, veined stone-like base.
Industrial Brushed Nickel Tree Lamp with Three Adjustable Spotlight Heads

Industrial Brushed Nickel Tree Lamp with Three Adjustable Spotlight Heads

The brushed nickel finish and adjustable tree-style heads provide a sleek, industrial edge while offering highly functional task lighting.
Traditional Brass Floor Lamp with Bell Shade and Decorative Turnings

Traditional Brass Floor Lamp with Bell Shade and Decorative Turnings

A burnished brass finish and classic turnings bring a touch of timeless elegance to this traditional silhouette.
Modern Dual-Light Floor Lamp: Matte Black with Adjustable Reading Arm and Linen Shade

Modern Dual-Light Floor Lamp: Matte Black with Adjustable Reading Arm and Linen Shade

This floor lamp excels through a dual-light design that balances soft ambient room glow with focused, adjustable task lighting.
Transitional Floor Lamp with Antiqued Bronze Finish and Tapered White Drum Shade

Transitional Floor Lamp with Antiqued Bronze Finish and Tapered White Drum Shade

This elegant floor lamp pairs a rich antiqued bronze finish with a crisp tapered drum shade to create a sophisticated reading corner.
Traditional Antique Brass Floor Lamp with Pleated Empire Shade and Columnar Pole

Traditional Antique Brass Floor Lamp with Pleated Empire Shade and Columnar Pole

A refined antique brass finish and a classic pleated empire shade create a timeless lighting solution for traditional living spaces.
Three-Light Arch Floor Lamp with Dark Bronze Finish and Mesh Drum Shades

Three-Light Arch Floor Lamp with Dark Bronze Finish and Mesh Drum Shades

This three-light arch lamp provides targeted overhead illumination without the need for ceiling-mounted fixtures.
Modern 3-Arm Tree Floor Lamp with Adjustable Conical Shades in Black and Silver

Modern 3-Arm Tree Floor Lamp with Adjustable Conical Shades in Black and Silver

Three adjustable arms with sleek conical shades offer versatile task lighting while maintaining a refined mid-century modern silhouette.
Minimalist Bronze Floor Lamp with Hardback Linen Shade and Slender Pole

Minimalist Bronze Floor Lamp with Hardback Linen Shade and Slender Pole

This bronze-finished floor lamp features a crisp off-white drum shade, offering a clean silhouette for a cozy reading corner.
Farmhouse Matte Black Floor Lamp with Dual Adjustable Conical Shades

Farmhouse Matte Black Floor Lamp with Dual Adjustable Conical Shades

This matte black floor lamp features dual adjustable conical shades, offering targeted task lighting with a clean farmhouse silhouette.
Brushed Steel Floor Lamp with Multi-Jointed Swing Arm and Tiered Base

Brushed Steel Floor Lamp with Multi-Jointed Swing Arm and Tiered Base

This brushed steel lamp features a clever three-point swing arm that allows for precise task lighting adjustment in any reading nook.
Dark Bronze Tree-Style Floor Lamp with Three Adjustable Cylindrical Shades

Dark Bronze Tree-Style Floor Lamp with Three Adjustable Cylindrical Shades

Adjustable cylindrical shades and a rich bronze finish make this three-light tree lamp a versatile choice for modern reading nooks.
Modern Glass Body Floor Lamp with Brushed Nickel Accents and White Drum Shade

Modern Glass Body Floor Lamp with Brushed Nickel Accents and White Drum Shade

The transparent glass body creates a light, airy silhouette that complements modern interiors without adding visual weight.
Three-Light Tiered Arch Floor Lamp in Dark Bronze with White Drum Shades

Three-Light Tiered Arch Floor Lamp in Dark Bronze with White Drum Shades

The tiered arch silhouette adds graceful height and a layered glow to any living space corner.