Coastal Lighting

 


A curated selection of outdoor lighting designed for coastal conditions. Materials are selected with longevity in mind to help withstand salt air, sea spray, and harsh winds. From statement pendants for an alfresco entertaining area to understated wall lights for a beachside entryway, each piece balances resilience and design, built to handle coastal conditions. Whether you're renovating a coastal home or building new by the water, this collection offers beautiful lighting that suits life by the sea. Though as with any outdoor fixture in a coastal environment, ongoing care and maintenance is required.


Please note: not all fittings in this collection are suitable for coastal areas. For those that are, coastal warranty may not apply for every fitting. Please check individual product listings for coastal suitability & warranty details, or contact us for more information. 


Read our Guide to Coastal Lighting to help you choose the right outdoor lights for your seaside home.

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Ribbed Black Aluminium Cylindrical Garden Light set on a grass headland - Lighting Collective
Ribbed Brown Aluminium Cylindrical Garden Light set on a grass headland against a deck - Lighting Collective
Ribbed Aluminium Cylindrical Garden Light
From $646.00 NZD
Ribbed Aluminium Cylindrical Ceiling Light Lighting Collective exterior
Ribbed Aluminium Cylindrical Ceiling Light Lighting Collective black exterior
Ribbed Aluminium Cylindrical Ceiling Light
$310.00 NZD
Funky Exterior Wall Light Large
Modern outdoor wall-mounted metal lamps installed along a wooden deck beside a dark wood building.
Funky Exterior Wall Light
From $452.00 NZD
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Scandinavian Style Bollard Light in Galvanised Steel Finish against a concrete wall - Lighting Collective
Scandinavian Style Bollard Light - Copper Finish - Lighting Collective
Scandinavian Style Bollard Light
From $775.00 NZD
Modern LED Wall Light Styled on a Wood Wall | Lighting Collective
Modern outdoor wall sconces mounted on a wood-paneled building exterior.
Modern LED Wall Light | Assorted Finishes & Sizes
From $426.00 NZD
Contemporary Up & Down Cube Wall Light | White
A contemporary cubic wall light in black on a wooden wall
Contemporary Up & Down Cube Wall Light
$452.00 NZD
Modern Decorative Up & Down LED Wall Light | Adjustable Facia - Lighting Collective
Outdoor wall light fixture on a white wall with a scenic view of trees and water.
Modern Decorative Up & Down LED Wall Light | Adjustable Facia
From $516.00 NZD
Brass Sea Bunker Industrial Wall Light on Stone Wall near the ocean - Lighting Collective
Outdoor Nickel bunker wall light fixture on a stone wall with a coastal background - Lighting Collective
Sea Bunker Industrial Wall Light
From $555.00 NZD
Contemporary Bollard With Indirect Illumination
Contemporary Bollard With Indirect Illumination
Contemporary Bollard With Indirect Illumination
$646.00 NZD
Cylindrical Profile Exterior Wall Light - Lighting Collective
Cylindrical Profile Exterior Wall Light - Lighting Collective
Cylindrical Profile Exterior Wall Light
$387.00 NZD
Glass Column Outdoor Wall Light - Lighting Collective
Glass Column Outdoor Wall Light - Lighting Collective
Glass Column Outdoor Wall Light
From $439.00 NZD
Round Sea Bunker Industrial Wall Light - Lighting Collective
Round Sea Bunker Industrial Wall Light - Lighting Collective
Round Sea Bunker Industrial Wall Light
From $646.00 NZD
Geometric Outdoor Wall Light | Large | White
Small geometric wall light in galvanised steel finish on wooden facade
Geometric Outdoor Wall Light
From $219.00 NZD
Two black dome-shaped outdoor wall sconces mounted on a light gray stucco wall on either side of a dark wood entry door at dusk.
Two dome shaped wall lights in galvanised steel installed on the facade of a white house
Dome Bunker Wall Light
From $154.00 NZD
Perforated Shade Bollard Light - Lighting Collective
Perforated Shade Bollard Light - Lighting Collective
Perforated Shade Bollard Light
From $710.00 NZD
Perforated Shade Wall Light - Lighting Collective
Perforated Shade Wall Light - Lighting Collective
Perforated Shade Wall Light
$387.00 NZD
Perforated Shade Ceiling Light - Lighting Collective
Ceiling light with perforated shade in black finish in front of garden
Perforated Shade Ceiling Light
$361.00 NZD
Modern Sensor Wall Light - Lighting Collective
Modern Sensor Wall Light - Lighting Collective
Modern Sensor Wall Light
From $206.00 NZD
Modern Sensor Up Wall Light - Lighting Collective
Modern Sensor Up Wall Light - Lighting Collective
Modern Sensor Up Wall Light
From $258.00 NZD
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Modern black wooden house with large Steel exterior lights next to a beach
Black wall light fixture on a brick wall
Modern Maxi Wall Light
From $116.00 NZD
Modern Cylindrical Maxi Up Down Wall Light exterior
Modern Cylindrical Maxi Up Down Wall Light brick wall white
Modern Cylindrical Maxi Up Down Wall Light
From $154.00 NZD
White outdoor lamp posts on a wooden deck with a house in the background
Two illuminated outdoor lights on a forest floor with a person in the background.
French Curved Modern Bollard
$1,668.00 NZD
Pendant light hanging outdoors with a scenic background of water and sky.
Ceiling light fixture with chain on a white background
French Made Exterior Pendant Light
$1,151.00 NZD
Orange outdoor light fixture on a white background
Dark Grey outdoor light fixture on a white background
French Made Modern Bollard
From $1,281.00 NZD
Wall-mounted outdoor light fixture on a concrete wall
Wall-mounted outdoor light fixture with black arm and white glass shade on a white background
Frosted Teardrop Shade Wall Light
$2,444.00 NZD
Three illuminated outdoor lamps hanging from a tree at night.
Black pendant light fixture on a white background
Glass Lantern Pendant Light | Assorted Finishes
$1,410.00 NZD
Lantern wall light in green patina finish on textured wall
Brown lantern wall light on textured wall
Minimal French Lantern Wall Light
$1,072.00 NZD
Outdoor wall light fixture on a stone wall with blurred greenery in the foreground
Modern outdoor wall light fixture on a white wall with a blurred background
Modern French Exterior Wall Lantern
From $840.00 NZD
Modern outdoor wall light fixture on a textured wall with geometric patterns.
Modern outdoor wall light fixture on a concrete wall
Modern Industrial Style Wall Light | Assorted Finishes
From $840.00 NZD
A modern rectangular wall sconce light fixture in a matte gray finish, mounted on a textured white plaster wall and casting a warm yellow light downward.
A modern red rectangular wall sconce mounted on a textured concrete wall, casting a warm light downward.
Rectangular Down Wall Light
$2,444.00 NZD
A modern black rectangular outdoor bollard with a warm glowing light inside, positioned on a wooden deck next to a white building with arched windows.
A modern square outdoor bollard with a white frame and warm glowing interior, placed on a stone patio in front of a gray wooden fence with greenery in the background.
Rectangular Framed Bollard Light
From $2,961.00 NZD
Rectangular wall sconce with black frame installed on outdoor wall
A modern white rectangular outdoor wall light with a warm glowing LED, mounted on a white stucco house exterior next to a dark-framed window.
Rectangular Framed Down Wall Light
From $2,832.00 NZD
Outdoor lamp post with three lights in front of a white house with blue shutters.
Street lamp with a glowing light bulb against a blue sky and trees
Shaded Gooseneck Bollard
From $2,832.00 NZD
Blue outdoor lamp on a beach with rocks in the background
Street lamp with a blurred background
Short Angular Bollard Light
$1,539.00 NZD
Simple French External Wall Light - Lighting Collective
Simple French External Wall Light - Lighting Collective
Simple French External Wall Light
From $1,098.00 NZD
Vintage-style lantern hanging above a row of colorful jugs against a rustic stone wall.
Black pendant light fixture on a white background
Traditional Chain Lantern Pendant
From $1,668.00 NZD
Ribbed Brown Aluminium Cylindrical Garden Light set on a grass headland against a deck - Lighting Collective
Outdoor Nickel bunker wall light fixture on a stone wall with a coastal background - Lighting Collective

The Coastal Lighting Guide: How to Outlast the Salt, Wind, and Sea

This Coastal Grade Lighting Guide from Lighting Collective breaks down how to choose exterior lights that can withstand the harsh Australian coastal elements. Because prevailing winds can carry corrosive salt up to 5km inland, selecting the right materials is crucial for ensuring your outdoor fixtures survive high humidity, sea spray, and relentless sun.

Here are the best materials for coastal-grade lighting:

  • Solid Brass and Copper: These metals are classic, highly resilient choices. Instead of rusting, they develop a natural patina (or verdigris for copper) that acts as a protective shield against deep corrosion.
  • Concrete: Offering a raw, brutalist aesthetic, concrete is an inert material that will not degrade under UV radiation or salt spray, making it indestructible.
  • 316 Marine Grade Stainless Steel: Unlike standard steel, this marine-grade option contains molybdenum to block rust and pitting, maintaining a sleek, modern look (with regular freshwater rinses).
  • Powder-Coated Aluminium: Premium die-cast aluminium treated with a UV-stabilised powder coating seals out moisture, offering a lightweight, cost-effective, and contemporary solution.
  • Other Durable Options: High-quality glass, UV-stabilised polycarbonates, galvanised steel, and advanced PVD coatings are also excellent choices for resisting rust, rot, and scratching in salty environments.

Always consult your electrician to ensure your chosen materials and IP ratings are suited for your specific location.

Read Coastal Grade Lighting Guide

Frequent Questions About Coastal Grade Lighting

Even if you cannot see the ocean, salt-laden air can still settle on metal, timber, and outdoor fixtures - so if you live within 5km of the coast, there can be a moderate risk of corrosion of standard materials, and it is definitely worthwhile considering coastal-rated fittings. The closer you live to the ocean, the higher this risk gets. For example, if you live anywhere within 500m of the coast, this is a very high-risk area and specialist coastal-grade fittings are an absolute must.

Standard metals often lack the necessary protective coatings or alloys to combat the high salt content and humidity carried by sea breezes. When exposed to these coastal elements, the materials quickly succumb to oxidation and begin to degrade or peel.

High-quality die-cast aluminium performs exceptionally well when treated with a UV-stabilised powder coating. This specialised finish acts as a resilient seal, preventing moisture and salt from penetrating the metal and causing oxidation. Note that not all powder coating is equal, so check that the fitting is specifically warranted for coastal application.

Solid brass naturally develops a beautiful, protective patina when exposed to the elements, rather than flaking or peeling like inferior plated metals. This dense alloy effectively heals itself, offering an incredibly durable and classic aesthetic for coastal properties.

Glass and UV-stabilised polycarbonates are excellent, corrosion-free alternatives because the materials do not contain metals that can rust or rot. However, it is essential that all internal components and mounting hardware are also constructed from marine-grade materials to ensure complete longevity.