About Us
Our Story
Illuminating a Better Way
We've all been there – standing in a dimly lit bedroom, staring at that perfect spot on the wall where a beautiful sconce should be. The one that would cast just the right glow for evening reading, create the perfect ambiance, and tie the whole room together.
And then reality hits: the complicated wiring, the expensive electrician, the landlord who won't approve modifications, or the daunting DIY project that never seems to get done.
When Frustration Sparks Innovation
For James and Sophia, the co-founders of Alura Decor, this frustration became all too familiar during their third apartment move in four years.
"We had collected these beautiful interior design magazines and created Pinterest boards full of gorgeous lighting solutions," recalls Sophia. "But every time we found the perfect sconce, we'd flip it over to see exposed wires and complicated installation requirements. As renters, it was always a non-starter."
James, with his background in product design, couldn't help but think there had to be a better way. "We wanted lighting that looked high-end and permanent but could move with us from home to home. Something that didn't require calling in professionals or risking our security deposit."
What began as a solution to their own lighting dilemma quickly evolved into something bigger when friends and family started asking for the prototype sconces they had created for their apartment.
Designed by People Who Live in Homes, Not Just Design Them
At Alura Decor, we're not just interior design enthusiasts – we're people who actually live in our spaces. We understand the real-world constraints of rentals, the desire for quality without the premium price tag, and the satisfaction that comes from transforming a space yourself.
Our team brings together expertise in lighting design, product engineering, and interior aesthetics, but our true north has always been practicality. We test every product in real homes – our own – before it ever reaches your doorstep.
Quality That Shines Through
When developing our signature wireless wall sconce, we refused to compromise on the details that matter:
- Premium materials that look and feel substantial, not flimsy or cheap
- A thoughtfully designed mounting system with included hardware that works on virtually any wall surface
- Intuitive controls that don't require an engineering degree to operate
- Battery life that doesn't leave you constantly recharging
- Light quality that creates atmosphere, not just illumination
Each Alura Decor sconce comes with a complete mounting kit, including screws and everything you need for a quick, frustration-free installation. But we also understand that sometimes even drilling small holes isn't an option, which is why our sconces are designed to work perfectly with adhesive mounting solutions too.
Listening Before Creating
Some of our best product improvements have come directly from customer feedback. When Emily from Boston mentioned wishing for a timer function for bedtime reading, we incorporated it into our next design update. When Michael suggested a memory feature that would remember the last light setting, our engineering team made it happen.
We believe beautiful lighting shouldn't be exclusive to homeowners with unlimited budgets and access to contractors. Everyone deserves spaces that feel welcoming, personal, and beautifully lit.
Join Our Story
Whether you're furnishing your forever home or making a temporary space feel like yours, Alura Decor is here to light the way. Our products are designed to move with you through life's changes, adapting to new spaces and new needs without missing a beat.
We invite you to make Alura Decor part of your home story. Because at the end of the day, the best spaces aren't just well-designed – they're well-lived-in.
Illuminate your space. Express your style. Create your home.
— The Alura Decor Team