Home Style Decorating

Aside from the bedroom, we spend most of our time in the living room. A living room is a versatile room because it can be used for many purposes like watching tv, lounging around, relaxing, reading, entertaining friends and guests and a whole lot of other things. Because of this, a living room should be lighted properly in order to meet the different demands of the room’s users.

A good living room lighting should be flexible in quantity and quality. Using different forms of lighting ( general lighting, accent lighting and task lighting) will cover all of the lighting needs. Examples of these lighting are recessed lighting, decorative table lamps, reading lamps, wall lamps/scones,picture lights and of course, chandeliers and pendant lights.

Sad to say, there are many living rooms that are poorly lighted and the lighting fixtures that are installed can not compensate with the lighting needs of the room, specially a large one. As a standard, a couple of table lamps, four to six recessed downlighters, a picture light to highlight an ornamental object or painting, a concealed lighting inside a bookshelf and a floor lamp will cover all the basic lighting needs. Having all of these lights in the living room does not mean that all of these lights will be turned on at the same time. For effect, have a few lights on depending on what sort of mood you wanted to create and what activities were taking place.

It is best to take note that the different types of light fixtures are quite versatile and can adapt to suit different lighting requirements. An example of this is using adjustable lights that can highlight different objects by simply repositioning the light source from the lamp. Living room lighting is not all about simply lighting the room but of creating the mood and ambiance that will make you, your family and your guests linger and enjoy the living room.

Limestone Foyer Pendant by Thomas Lighting: The Limestone four-light foyer pendant is comprised of a single large bowl diffuser crafted of warmly aged glass and rendered in a soft golden color. It is set within a round support with several curving pieces that connect it to the supporting stems and the base. This piece is available in Painted Bronze finish; this foyer fixture is also available as a nine-diffuser piece.

Plantation Three Light Chandelier By Hinkley Lighting: 3-Light chandelier/foyer light. Available in multiple finishes.

Broadway Multi Light Crystal Pendant by James R. Moder: With this contemporary style, no two fixtures are identical. The multitude of 53 Crystal strands can each be positioned randomly, creating an individual personality for each pendant. Comes in a beautiful Silver or Satin Black finish.

Buckingham Island Pendant by Landmark Lighting: The Buckingham family of transitional fixtures is scaled for impact. The hand-forged iron frames have square-cut arms and eye-catching glass diffusers. Includes 4 feet of chain and 12 feet of wire for hanging. Hangs from 2 chain sections.

Three light Mulinello Multi Light Pendants by ELK Lighting, Inc.: The three-light pendant from the Mulinello Collection is a charming contemporary fixture. Shades sit in close proximity, suspended at varying heights. Satin Nickel finish complements the vivid choice of colors for the shades. The following colors are available: sapphire, canary, jade, multi, white swirl, cocoa, pumpkin, purple velvet, and scarlet red.

Bali Three Light Chandelier by Maxim Lighting: With faux bamboo construction, this three-light Bali Collection chandelier adds some tropical influence to your room. Available with Bali Rattan shades and Bali Collection finish. Comes with 17′ of wire and 6′ of chain.

The Sonoma Valley Collection Chandelier by Murray Feiss Import: This casual collection brings an American interpretation to designs inspired by the undulating & curvaceous vines of the great vineyards in Europe. Like French Country antiques of the early 1900’s, these pieces have gracious details. Features French Scavo Glass Shades.

Tiffany Buckingham Six Light Chandelier by Landmark Lighting: Part of the Tiffany Buckingham collection. This elaborate chandelier features a sturdy iron construction with a new stained glass design which provides it with a fashion-forward aesthetic. Includes 4 feet of chain and 12 feet of wire for hanging.

Grapevine Two Light Island Pendant by Landmark Lighting: Part of the Grapevine collection. Exclusive honey dune glass is used for these traditional windowpane-styled stained glass diffusers.Shiny grape accents add color and dimension to the piece. Comes with two 4-foot chains and 12 feet of wire for hanging.

Hollywood Hills Chandelier by Forecast: This 5-light chandelier has a design reminiscent of the old Hollywood era, but with a touch of contemporary style thrown into the mix to give it a smooth look, the best of both worlds. Features Etched White Opal glass. Provided with 4″, 8″, 12″, and 24″ internally threaded stems used in combination for flexible mounting heights.

Deville Billiard Three Light Pendant by Murray Feiss Import: This product is part of the Deville Collection. Scrolling designs with a Peruvian Bronze finish make up the exquisite base of this Billiard downlight. Three antique alabaster glass shades hang from the bottom of the detailed base.

Prairie Dragonfly Four Light Chandelier by Meyda Tiffany: Part of the Arts & Crafts Prairie Dragonfly Collection. A prairie dragonfly shade features stunning stained art glass with unique color variations, reminiscent of northern lights affecting a midnight sky. Finished in Mahogany Bronze.

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