Other than the color of a space and furniture orientation, lighting is one of the most important elements in interior design. The opulence emitted, shape of the fixture, and color of the hardware and finishes are just a few of the points to pay attention to when selecting lighting. Read on for our top five tips, in no particular order…

1 / Add Glamour with a Chandelier

Nothing says “look at me!” more than an opulent chandelier. Hang one in a room to make a statement. Whether your style is totally traditional or ultra-modern, a chandelier light fixture draws the eye upward, because of its large size and glamorous design. Chandeliers work best in more formal spaces—like an entryway and dining room—but can be used in living rooms, too, for an added punch of pretty.

2 / Play it Cool with Pendants

Our go-to lighting choice, pendants, come in all shapes, sizes and styles, making them the easiest type of lighting to add to any room. These small hanging fixtures draw attention while also balancing the design of the rest of the space that they’re in. If you’re looking to illuminate a small space, consider hanging one large, individual pendant with a show-stopping design. Clusters or rows of pendants look best strung above a bar or kitchen island (spaces that need more direct task lighting).

3 / Implement Elegance with Ceiling-Mounts

Looking for something subtler than a chandelier but a little more sophisticated than pendants? Ceiling-mount light fixtures are a timeless way to make a statement in any space, especially hallways and kitchens. If you choose to implement stylish ceiling-mounts into your design, make sure you add another layer of lighting for added dimension and safety, too.

4 / Layer with Stylish Sconces

While the above-mentioned lighting options are beautiful, some areas of the home—like the bathroom and kitchen—require added safety features, like another layer of lighting, to make sure everyone is safe while bathing or prepping dinner. Enter wall sconces. Sconces add design, as well as function, and are a decorative way to illuminate those tricky spaces, like hallways and art galleries.

5 / Sprinkle on Finishing Touches with Lamps

Table and floor lamps are crucial design elements. Table lamps are perfect for nightstands and side tables, because they provide task lighting for reading or watching TV while also adding a small design statement to the space. Floor lamps are equally as useful and come in many shapes and styles. Oftentimes this lighting is the cherry on top of a room design, giving it added functionality and oomph. 

Have you ever used these types of lighting fixtures? What have you found to be your favorites? Email us at [email protected] and let us know!