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Grau luminaires and lamps (formerly Tobias Grau)
Grau bestsellers
Grau – light that touches
Grau is a brand with over 30 years of experience in the lighting industry, known for its innovative combination of design, technology and emotional experience. Founded in 1987 as Tobias Grau GmbH, the company has developed from a pioneer in lighting design to a modern brand that now operates under the name Grau. The generational change in 2021, when the founder's sons, Timon and Melchior Grau, took over creative direction, marked not only the transition to a new management team, but also the reorientation of the brand.
Grau stands for minimalist, elegant design with high functionality and intuitive operation, inspired by the Apple style, which was significantly influenced by the arrival of Stephan Borg in 2023, after ten years at Apple as Global Market Director. This ‘Apple character’ is also evident in the well-thought-out product design and packaging, which rounds off the entire brand experience.
Despite the change and the name, Grau remains true to its original philosophy: to see light as a magical element that not only illuminates rooms, but also positively influences people's well-being and emotions. Grau manages to offer unique sensory experiences through its products, while meeting the highest standards of quality and sustainability.
Salt LED battery-powered light – intuitive, dimmable and mobile
The Grau Salt LED battery-powered lamp offers stylish and flexible lighting with a minimalist design made of high-quality aluminium. Its conical body ensures stability, while the matte glass diffuser distributes the light evenly and diffusely.
With intuitive touch controls and the innovative Sunset Dimming function, you can seamlessly dim the light from warm white to a soft, candle-like glow. This feature brings an especially cosy atmosphere to your room. In addition, Salt has a 30-minute timer that is ideal for falling asleep by gently switching off the light. With a battery life of up to 150 hours, Salt offers maximum mobility and convenience when fully charged.
The battery-powered lamp combines modern, aesthetic design with functionality, quickly becoming an indispensable lighting companion that bathes your surroundings in a particularly pleasant light.
Falling product family – award-winning elegance
The Falling product family combines a drop-shaped design with versatile luminaires for a range of applications. The Falling Sun, Falling Sun Chandelier, Falling Sun Trace and Falling Leaf series mainly consist of pendant luminaires, supplemented by floor and table luminaires, and have been honoured with awards such as the Red Dot Award, Good Design Award and German Design Award.
Single-lamp luminaires set accents above coffee tables and counters, while cluster variants provide striking highlights in large rooms and stairwells. Linear, multi-lamp luminaires are ideal for dining tables and counters. Falling Sun Trace expands the family with slim spotlights for targeted zone light, for example for pictures and cabinets. Falling Leaf offers a wider shape for generous lighting of dining tables and work areas. The product family uses modern technologies such as Sunset Dimming for customisable light colours, Ultra Warm Dim for warm sunset moods and Warm Dim for cosy light when dimming.
Bring award-winning design and functional lighting into your home with the Falling series!
Other popular product families
Popular types of luminaires
The pendant lights with dimmable LED light create a pleasant atmosphere, while smart table lamps, with cable or battery, offer flexible lighting solutions. The mobile battery lights combine design with functionality for a variety of uses. Floor lamps with dimmable light are ideal for both work and living areas, and timeless ceiling lights with modern LED technology and smart dimming options create individual room moods.
Frequently asked questions to our lighting experts
Our store manager is happy to answer frequently asked questions about Grau.
Anja Schuh
Who are the designers behind Grau luminaires?
The designers of Grau luminaires are Timon and Melchior Grau, the sons of the renowned luminaire designer Tobias Grau. Tobias Grau founded the company in 1987 and shaped it over many years with his unique combination of functional aesthetics and innovative technology. He established the brand as a pioneer in the field of lighting design. Since the generational change in 2017, Timon and Melchior have taken over the creative direction and continue their father's legacy while incorporating their own vision. Their design approach combines minimalist elegance with a strong focus on the sensory and emotional aspects of light. Although the sons are now creating the new designs, the designs of Tobias Grau remain an integral part of the range. These include the iconic Falling series, which bears his timeless signature. Grau luminaires thus uniquely combine tradition and modernity.
Why was the brand name changed?
The brand name was changed from ‘Tobias Grau’ to just ‘Grau’ to emphasise the generational change and the company's new direction. The takeover by Timon and Melchior Grau is not just about new leadership, but about a comprehensive ‘reset’ that preserves proven elements and places them in a new context. The brothers bring their artistic background and business expertise to pursue a holistic vision in which light is seen not only as a functional element, but as an emotional experience. Grau now stands for the connection between art and technology, with the aim of invigorating the social, creative and spiritual power of light and putting people first.
What is special about Grau luminaires?
Grau luminaires impress with their minimalist, elegant design and intuitive usability, which is strongly reminiscent of the ‘Apple character’. They offer much more than just functional light and create a profound emotional and sensory experience.
Particularly noteworthy is the sunset dimming technology, which gradually transforms the light into warm, sunset-like tones. This creates a relaxing atmosphere in the evening, supports the natural sleep rhythm and promotes well-being. In addition, functions such as Warm Dim and Color Tune offer the option of individually adjusting the light colour and brightness.
Grau luminaires are sustainably manufactured on the Grau Campus in Hamburg and stand for the highest quality ‘made in Germany’.
