David Trubridge

David Trubridge David Trubridge Ltd is a New Zealand design company exporting lighting all over the world. David Trubridge is a designer with a fascinating back story.

He sold all he had, bought a sail boat and left the UK many years ago, eventually settling in New Zealand. He now runs a global design studio specializing in lighting designs inspired by nature. The company has won many awards for its work and commitment to being a sustainable business.

19/05/2026

Let your light shine this Matariki ✨🏮
Schools, whānau, community groups and creatives across Hastings are invited to take part in the Matariki Lantern Design Competition in collaboration with internationally renowned designer David Trubridge and Ngā Toi Hawke’s Bay .
Using recycled or sustainable materials., create a lantern inspired by remembrance, renewal, the Matariki stars, and the spirit of te ao Māori.

Floating above long tables, slow conversations, and shared glasses, Navicula settling perfectly into its home at .Beauti...
18/05/2026

Floating above long tables, slow conversations, and shared glasses, Navicula settling perfectly into its home at .

Beautiful seeing thoughtful spaces created for connection, gathering, and light. ✨🌿

Over the past few days, David has been at the Mondoluce showroom for Melbourne Design Week, personally building the monu...
16/05/2026

Over the past few days, David has been at the Mondoluce showroom for Melbourne Design Week, personally building the monumental sculptural work, Bilang.

The concept for Bilang was initiated by Murrup Biik artists Chris Joy and Kim Wandin (Wurundjeri Woiwurrung). Meaning “string bag” in Woi-wurrung, the work has been constructed as a giant three-metre-high woven form, expressing the strata and ochre tones of the land.

It has been incredible watching Bilang take shape row by row in the showroom. We would love to hear from anyone who visited and saw the process unfold. ✨

Now on display alongside Bilang is the newest sculptural lighting concept, Manta, inspired by the movement and graceful form of the manta ray, as well as Dusk, David Trubridge’s latest battery-powered portable lamp.

If you missed the live build process, the completed exhibition remains on display until 23 May.

And don’t forget David’s evening talk, Think Like a Tree, on Thursday 21 May, 6–8pm
📍Mondoluce Showroom, 272 Toorak Road, South Yarra VIC

Places are limited, RSVP here: https://davidtrubridge.com/pages/evening-talk-with-david-trubridge

A first look at Manta - our newest lighting design, currently in prototype form.Inspired and named after the oceanic man...
06/05/2026

A first look at Manta - our newest lighting design, currently in prototype form.

Inspired and named after the oceanic manta ray, the “gentle giants” of our oceans.
Made from birch plywood, the design diffuses a warm glow, revealing every grain and vein of the natural material. At 1100mm wide, it’s an intimate interpretation of a majestic creature that can span up to 7 metres in the wild.

A new feature we’ve been exploring sits within the spine. For easy transport the light is designed in two halves that magnetically snap together, forming both the structure and the light source.
It’s a piece that leans into that effortless, gliding feeling of a manta ray, where organic form and engineering come together.

You can see the prototype in person at the Mondoluce showroom during Melbourne Design Week (May 14-24), where David will be sharing it for the first time.

Visit the link to RSVP and be one of the first to see Manta in person: https://davidtrubridge.com/pages/evening-talk-with-david-trubridge

When Manta moves into production, a percentage of each purchase will go directly to Manta Watch New Zealand, an organisation dedicated to the research, conservation and understanding of manta and devil rays in Aotearoa/New Zealand.
If you’d like to learn more or support their work, visit mantawatchnz.org.

08/04/2026

A look behind the scenes of what drives our designs 🌿
Here at David Trubridge Design, we are proudly NZ Made. Everything we create is grounded in a deep respect for nature, materials, and the way things are brought to life. Grateful to Buy New Zealand Made for sharing our story.

19/03/2026

🍂 Our Autumn Sale is here
Running from Friday 20th March to Sunday 29th March (midnight), online only in NZ.

We’re clearing out the final ‘Natural’ pendant lights. They’ve now been discontinued, so this is the last chance to grab one online. They’re available at three reduced price tiers to help make space in the workshop.

Some pieces might have small marks, slight paint variations, or natural differences in the bamboo, nothing major. Once they’re up, you’ll barely notice.
Still beautiful, fully functional, and ready to bring warmth and character into your space ✨

Shop here - https://davidtrubridge.com/collections/end-of-lines

A great example of how our light finishes can work with the architecture rather than compete with it. These Floral penda...
13/03/2026

A great example of how our light finishes can work with the architecture rather than compete with it. 

These Floral pendants in 600mm (24”) and 800mm (31”) sizes, all with white 2 side finishes, are paired with the surrounding white walls and ceiling. The result is a sculptural feature that feels integrated into the space rather than battling for attention. 
Balancing the two sizes in a tall ceiling space creates visual interest without overpowering the room. 

And this is with the lights off! Imagine the magic when they’re on 🪄

Corymbia beach house: light, height and Hīnaki.Architecture by • Photography by
16/02/2026

Corymbia beach house: light, height and Hīnaki.
Architecture by • Photography by

Home starts at the front door, especially here! This entryway at night shows the real magic of the Kōura shadows.Thanks ...
30/01/2026

Home starts at the front door, especially here! This entryway at night shows the real magic of the Kōura shadows.

Thanks to our lovely customer for sharing this with us ✨

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