Selection Tips
Before choosing chandeliers for a room's interior, you need to consider simple but important tips:
- the smaller the room, the easier the lighting should be;
- it is necessary to take into account the zones of the room and their functionality (will there be a place for reading, a desktop, a dining room);
- what additional lighting methods will be used (floor lamp, sconces, spotlights), how they will be combined with the main light source;
- the style and color palette of the interior should overlap with the design of the luminaire.
As a rule, the chandelier is fixed in the center of the room, but if 2 zones are concentrated in one room, then you need to use two sources of central lighting, if necessary. Or use a chandelier in one zone, and supplement the other with sconces and soffits (this decision depends on the purpose of the zones and the required light intensity).
Cool lighting should be chosen for the work area; warm, but not too dark, light is suitable for rest and relaxation. You can choose lighting with adjustable light intensity, the best option for bedrooms and children.
Chandelier for the style of the interior
Classic
Variants in the classics are most represented on the lighting market and have many decor options. The classics are characterized by smooth lines, versatility, glass and crystal, often imitating candelabra and candle holders in their forms, recalling their origins. They are appropriate in any style and do not go out of style, so they are a win-win choice and a good investment.
Modern style
Chandeliers in modern interiors are prone to minimalism and practicality. A simple ornament or geometry, without a suspension, in a neutral scale creates a laconic image of the room.
High tech
High-tech in the interior is distinguished by chrome surfaces, simplicity of geometry and minimalism. Shiny surfaces of steel, nickel, cubism and clarity are suitable for lighting in the kitchen, corridor.
Modern
Modern lamps in the interior are made of different materials and their interweaving. It can be a traditional classic chandelier placed in a wire cube, an ordinary lamp in a ball of threads or vines.
Loft
Loft chandeliers in the interior can look very diverse, because this is a style that is free for the manifestation of imagination. Most often this is a geometric design with lamps inside, ordinary rectangular shades, simple lamps on wires.
Provence
A Provence chandelier in the interior can combine the base of a classic lamp with a frame without lush decor and glass accessories. Wooden and metal elements, the worn effect will bring the interior closer to the desired style solution.
Living room
Chandeliers in the living room interior are selected with special attention, because the needs of each family member must be taken into account. In addition, the design of lamps in the interior can be a key element of the decor that will attract the attention of guests.
In every house, the living room performs many functions: it is a place for relaxation, children's games, watching TV, conversations and negotiations, there may be a workplace, a home banquet is also held here.
If this is a studio apartment, then the living room will be the key area. It is important to decide on the design of the room, the number of lighting fixtures, their intensity and the location of the central chandelier.
Kitchen
Chandeliers in the interior of the kitchen add coziness and create a family atmosphere. It is best to choose small, ceiling-mounted luminaires with a simple design, which will facilitate maintenance and emphasize its practicality.
The luminaire can complement the interior or stand out with an unusual design. It can be placed in the center or above the dining table. Do not forget about additional lighting above the work surface, additional lamps should not conflict with the chandelier.
Bedroom
Chandeliers in the bedroom interior play a special role in creating comfort, especially in a modern interior with simple and functional furniture. When choosing a lamp, you need to take into account the height of the ceiling and the size of the bed, the color of the furniture and walls. For a bedroom, a chandelier with dimming is best.
Children
The chandelier in the nursery can be made in the most unusual form, but you should definitely pay attention to the environmental friendliness of the materials, they must be non-toxic and not exude an odor when heated. If the interior design is made in a neutral scale, then the luminaire can be of the brightest color. It can also support nautical, pirate, space and other themes.
Hallway
The chandelier in the interior of the hallway emphasizes the comfort of the house and, with the right choice of light intensity, draws attention to the decoration, and also expands the space. It should be small and ceiling-based, repeat the geometry of the room and be made of simple transparent materials. If the ceilings are high, then you can choose a classic style pendant lamp with several lamps.
If there is stone or plaster wall decoration in the corridor, then you can choose a lamp in the form of a lantern, if there are wooden panels in the corridor, then the option with wooden decor from the same species of wood is perfect.
Bathroom
Lighting in the bathroom interior serves a practical and decorative function. With it, you can create a stylish and original bathroom decor.
Types of chandeliers
- Suspended.They are lampshades on a chain or cord. The distance between the ceiling and the space is up to half a meter and can be adjusted depending on the height of the ceiling. Most often, glass shades are chosen, but they can also be made of plastic or fabric. Depending on the length of the cord, either a romantic or a solemn interior is created. This look is suitable for the living room and bedroom. A pendant lamp is inappropriate in an apartment with low ceilings.
- Ceiling. Fastened to the ceiling without suspension, a more modest version of central lighting. Plafonds most often look like a single structure or separate elements. Of the materials, glass is also preferred. Ideal for small rooms and rooms with low ceilings. Suitable for all styles.
Forged
Forged chandeliers in the interior today look unexpected and represent a piece of handmade art. Depending on the softness of the lines and curves, they can be delicate or light, strict and majestic. They will perfectly decorate a solid office and a luxurious living room. Combined with wood and stone in the interior, they are also suitable for a modern room to create eclecticism.
Crystal
A crystal chandelier in the interior is suitable for a cozy atmosphere, evokes a pleasant feeling of classics and your familiarity with it. Crystal refracts light and creates a game, it can be of any color thanks to modern technology. The chandelier can be crystal with the addition of colored stones, suitable for living rooms and bedrooms with high ceilings. The most appreciated are Czech and Italian crystal. In turn, it requires proper care for the constant play of rays.
Black and white chandeliers
The color scheme depends on the decoration of the room, where the lamp can be a bright accent, or fit into the general color tones.
- Black chandelier in the interior it looks extravagant and will suit light walls and a white high ceiling. It can decorate the interior in the style of minimalism, hi-tech, classics, gothic, it depends on the design.
- White chandelier in the interior is a classic choice when combining colors, since white is combined with all shades and will suit any interior. It is also important to choose the material and method of fastening.
Photo gallery
With the help of lighting, you can experiment with the design of the room and decorate the interior in an original way. The photos below show examples of the use of chandeliers in rooms for various functional purposes.