Selecting the Perfect Chandelier

May 30

Selecting the perfect chandelier can update and transform a room. The lighting creates a certain mood and feeling. Therefore, for your interior design, nothing can elevate your home more than the perfect crystal chandelier. The lighting is the jewelry of a beautifully designed space.

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Size Does Matter when Selecting the Perfect Chandelier

It’s always important to consider the mood of the room. However, just as important is the size of the fixture. The best rule to follow is to measure the width and length of the room and add these numbers together. This number is the perfect size for most rooms. Also, take into account the ceiling heights. The ceiling height will help balance the fixture in the overall design.

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The Styles

With so many designs available, it can get a bit overwhelming. As Interior Design professionals, we start with the room's mood, function, and style. However, it would be best to start with the finish to narrow the selections unless you want to go with custom finishes. For example, most lighting manufacturers create two or more finishes per style. The next step would be to figure out the correct size. And then, look at the lighting that fits the mood of the room.

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Lighting Needs for Your Home

Every family has different lighting needs. Looking at those needs will help you create the perfect environment for a comfortable home if you like reading kitchen islands. Adding pendants and overhead recessed lighting will give you enough overall brightness in the room to read comfortably.