Floor lamp for dining room

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Dining room lighting ideas deserve more focus – arguably – than those of any other room in a home. After all, they are vital for setting the mood of a room at night, and might – at the other end of the spectrum – be used to illuminate home-working on gloomy days or long evenings.

More than that, if you are looking for impactful dining room ideas, it's worth bearing in mind that they are there to draw attention to the focal point of the room: the dining table. And, therefore, they need to be able to hold their own aesthetically within the space.

Ideally, your dining room lighting ideas will be perfectly proportioned and at just the right height, too, might introduce new materials to the room – or highlight existing ones – and should be adjustable to conjure up the light levels you need at any moment.

Dining room lighting ideas

When you are lighting a dining room, consider aesthetics first: what kind of light do you need over the table; do you need supplementary dining room lighting ideas elsewhere within the space, and how will they work with your decor? From there, you can think about adjustability and controls.

1. Create contrast with shape and material

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'Dining room lighting is, secondary to the table, the star of the show,' says Lucy Searle, Editor in Chief, Homes & Gardens. 'It is there to highlight the table, which can glow in its flattering pools of light, but it is also there to be a sculptural focal point in its own right.

'One way to do this effectively is through contrast, as shown in the modern dining room above: the cool modernity of the white pendants complement the contemporary dining chairs, and table, but act as an intriguing foil to the more traditional window dressings.

'I love the lights above; Arhaus' Watley White Cone Pendants are similar but painted gold inside, which means they give off a warm glow.'

2. Pick an eye-catching central pendant

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If yours is a small dining room or you are looking for dining room ideas for apartments, it's likely you won't have room for a grouping of lamps or a sizeable chandelier. However, that doesn't mean you can't create impact with dining room lighting. Simple choose a shapely piece in a stand-out color to create a beautiful, colorful vignette.

3. Choose texture to add warmth

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The beauty of rustic dining rooms is often to be found in the dining room lighting. 'These make for wonderful opportunities to add texture to a space,' says Homes & Gardens' digital editor Jennifer Ebert. 'What's more, a bulb that shines through a natural woven material, such as in the room above, is softened and warm, which is the perfect light for dining with family, or with friends.'

4. Pick wall lights to accentuate the grandeur of the room

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Traditional dining rooms often have more generous proportions, and while a central pendant can feel grand, it can also feel forbidding. But you can use dining room lighting ideas to create a cozy, intimate atmosphere, even if your table seats 12. One successful way to do so is with wall lighting: with small shades, it can throw small shadows up and down the wall, while the table itself can be illuminated by candlelight.

5. Create drama with a super-sized dining room light fitting

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A large dining room lighting idea will draw attention – but it needn't be fussy. In fact, modern dining room ideas often call for a pared back look.

'I love to play with scale when it comes to dining room lighting, it’s the perfect way to create drama and impact,' says Ginger Curtis, owner and principal designer at Urbanology Designs .

'The traditional rule of thumb says that the diameter of your chandelier should be about a half to two-thirds of the length of your table. But we don’t always follow rules; in fact, we like to break them. For something that feels like more of a statement, go bigger than the rule of thumb to create that wow moment!'

6. Double the impact of dining room lighting

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Dining room lighting ideas can double up over a long table – and dramatic fittings will draw the eye upwards – which is perfect if you have a statement ceiling.

'Lighting is an opportunity to make a big statement in your dining room. These starburst chandeliers draw the eye upwards to the detailed ceiling and artwork above the mantel. We chose to hang two fixtures for greater impact,' says Karen B. Wolf, creative principal at Karen B. Wolf Interiors .

7. Soften hard surfaces with curves and natural textures

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Dining rooms in modern homes can lack the welcoming softness that make a space feel inviting – but this can be mitigated with a curvaceous light fitting.

'Create a point of focus in your dining room by choosing an eye-catching pendant light. Positioning a statement piece centrally over your dining table draws your eyes to the center of the room, as well as casting an atmospheric glow over the table,' says Katie Lion, interior designer at Kitesgrove .

'This sculptural light from PINCH is a favorite – it is equally beautiful lit or unlit, and its softly undulating layers of banana fiber create intriguing light and shadow effects.

'If budgets are tight, changing a lampshade can be an easy way to update the feel of the room – try opting for a larger scale piece or interesting pattern or color.'

8. Add side lamps to create pools of light

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Dining room lighting ideas shouldn't rely solely upon overhead lighting – table lamps can create welcoming pools of light, particularly against darker dining room color schemes.

'Don’t underestimate the power of lighting to completely transform the look and feel of a dining room. To create a warm and inviting atmosphere, soften the glow of overhead lamps with a pendant light and consider swapping out bright bulbs for those with a lower wattage,' says Sue Jones, co-founder and creative director at OKA .

'Once you’ve mastered the main light, illuminate dark corners of the room with floor and table lamps.'

9. Ensure controllability for different dining room lighting ideas

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'Bringing together both wall and pendant lighting allows you to create an atmosphere in any dining room; whether that's for a morning coffee or an evening meal with friends,' says Louise Bradley, founder of Louise Bradley .

'The use of lighting is so important to any space, the pendant lighting in this dining room adds to the focal point of the table, whilst the wall lights add to the backdrop and frame the artwork.

'If possible, ensure that each layer of lighting can be controlled individually, this will allow you to set various moods for the room at different times of the day and evening. In the evening I always set the lights low and use candles on the table as they create another lovely source of light for a relaxed evening setting.’

10. Choose crystal dining room lighting for a trad feel

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Traditional style dining room lighting ideas – with crystal chandeliers a classic example – bring grandeur, occasional, and beautiful twinkling light to a space.

'Dining room lighting needs to be extra flexible so it can be combined with candle light,' says Henriette von Stockhausen, co-founder of VSP Interiors . 'Always put lights on a dimmer so that you can create different moods depending on what time of day it is. I adore using antique chandeliers with a crystal or alabaster dish over the center of the table along with wall lights and picture lights that create a glow.'

11. Use dining room lighting to define zones

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If you are considering kitchen diner ideas, you can use your dining room lighting to create pools of light that mark out the different areas of the room.

'Dining room lighting is a really great way to help delineate and zone a space in an open plan living room. This is your moment to have fun and make a statement with a beautiful pendant light such as the mid-century lamp at this villa in Ibiza,' says Tara Bernerd, founder and creative director at Tara Bernerd & Partners .

Ideally the light should be dimmable, allowing you to set the mood just so, depending on the atmosphere you are looking to set – whether it be for a small or large dinner party in the evening, or perhaps to brighten the space for a lunch during the day.

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Simple but dramatic lighting can be used to focus attention on an entertaining area – even in small dining rooms.

'To make a real style statement in your dining room you can choose a striking overhead light like the one seen above. The contemporary cluster of lights adds a sense of drama to the dining room whilst also providing functional lighting on many different levels,' says Katie Lion, interior designer at Kitesgrove .

'Always position a statement light in the center of your room so that the space remains balanced, and wherever possible, incorporate a dimmer switch as this will allow you to instantly change the feel of the room – ideal for creating an atmospheric dining room in the evening or a light, bright home office during the day.'

13. Hang dining room lighting low – but not too low

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Dining room lights need to be at the right height – too high and they won't connect with the table, and the space will lack atmosphere, too low and it will interfere with the diners' eyelines. Ideally, it needs to be between 3 to 5ft above the table top.

'Hang pendants low over the dining table to help create dramatic, intimate zones. Don’t forget choice of materials – bone china pendants bring a lovely softness of finish and a beautifully translucent glow that works particularly well over dining tables for flattering overhead illumination,' says Charlie Bowles, director at Davey Lighting . 'This soft light is ideal for creating a cosy atmosphere that makes you feel instantly comfortable and relaxed.'

14. Play with scale

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'Pendants are a great way of creating an impactful silhouette. Don’t be afraid of larger pendants, playing with scale is an interior designer’s trick to make a statement and create interest, which works particularly well with industrial-style lighting, such as our Titan Size 5 pendants,' says Charlie Bowles, director at Original BTC .

15. Rely on floor lights for a relaxed appeal

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Floor lamps can make great dining room lighting ideas, especially if you want to create a relaxed appeal.

'By using a floor lamp rather than pendant lighting in a dining room you are able to create a more intimate atmosphere. Go for an adjustable lamp that you can adapt in terms of not just height, but also direction of light to give you the most flexibility,' says Kyra Blades, home designer at Neptune Farnham.

Standing your lamp taller will give more generous light, and dropping the height will be more direct, ideal for a cozy set up. Enhance the look by lining your table with tall dinner candles, and be sure to choose a floor lamp with a fabric shade to offer warm glow.'

What lighting for a dining room is best?

Lighting that draws attention to the dining table is the best lighting for a dining room, but that is not the only priority. The best dining room lighting also must be dimmable so that you can change the atmosphere of the room at the flick of a switch. It should also flatter diners and be at the right height: too far from the dining room table top and it will feel disconnected; too low and it might impede the diners' views of each other.

What lighting do you need in a dining room?

Dining rooms, first and foremost, need controllable lighting that can be dimmed and brighten to suit your needs and the mood you want to create. An impactful pendant – around one third to two thirds the length of the table – placed centrally over the table will create focus for the room that can't be beaten. Table lamps on side or console tables will create lower, welcoming pools of light, and table lamps can be used to direct soft light onto the table.

What is popular in dining room lighting?

Currently, multi-armed pendant lights are popular in dining room lighting. These tend to have opaque shades that focus the light downwards – meaning you will want to use warm lightbulbs that can be dimmed to create soft, warm pools of light.

Sophie has been an interior stylist and journalist for over 20 years and has worked for many of the main interior magazines during that time, both in-house and as a freelancer. On the side, as well as being the News Editor for indie magazine, 91, she trained to be a florist in 2019 and launched The Prettiest Posy where she curates beautiful flowers for modern weddings and events. For H&G, she writes features about interior design – and is known for having an eye for a beautiful room.

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Usually cast in corners or shoved between sectionals and chairs, a floor lamp is one of those easily overlooked pieces that shouldn’t be — it’s practically a stand-alone piece of furniture, and choosing the right one can change a room’s décor scheme. “You should have fun with lighting, as they are illuminating sculptures in your space,” says interior designer Lauren Ashley Allan, adding that lamps can act as “the jewelry to a room.” But do you go decorative or trendy? Or should you focus on task and function? To find out, we reached out to 11 interior designers and other design-adjacent folks for their recommendations. Below, 16 floor lamps for every style and budget, from surprisingly expensive-looking ones under $150 to splurge-worthy lamps that make an impression.

Style and Design: Among the hundreds of thousands of floor lamps out there, most of them fit within just a handful of categories. You’ve got your basic upright floor lamp that’s supported by a single post; tripods that stand on three legs; arcing lamps, whose shades suspend over a space; task lamps that let you direct the light right above a reading chair; and lamps that have columnlike supports. Everything else is a variation therein, with different shade types dictating the overall look of a lamp. Fabric drum shades are among the most classic kind, but you also have mushrooms, globes, cones, and pleated options, among others. In my own never-ending search for floor lamps, I’ve found it helpful to search by basic style, so I’ve categorized the ones below that way as well, and then by shade.

Material: The basic components of a floor lamp — base, support, and neck — are typically made of metal or wood, but many lamps also mix materials. Marble is a popular base material, and sculptural, ceramic bottoms have recently become the darling of the high-end-design world. You’ll also find lamps whose posts act as the light source itself, which we see in paper column styles as well as in more contemporary LED options.

Adjustability: Unlike desk lamps, floor lamps are typically fixed, but a few do come with adjustable components. Task lamps, for example, usually allow you to adjust the shade and even a swing arm, if they come with one. Some upright styles come with telescoping necks that are height adjustable. A couple of floor lamps are even dimmable.

Ikea YPPERLIG LED Floor Lamp

$70

Bent neck | Metal | Adjustable | Dimmable

Here’s an LED lamp that will provide light without stealing the show thanks to its slim profile. It’s recommended by Stacy Harwood, a senior designer at the online interior-design service Havenly, for its “sleek design,” and she calls it “super-versatile,” meaning it pairs well with any décor style — which is why we think it will work well for most people. Designed by Strategist-favorite Hay for Ikea, it also has a swiveling base and head and full dimmer capability for just $70, a price that truly can’t be beat.

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Coaster Company Tripod Floor Lamp Black and Gold

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$129

Tripod | Drum shade | Mixed materials (metal and cotton)

Tripod floor lamps are as classic as they come, but this one that Havenly lead designer Toussaint Derby recommends stands apart thanks to its black-and-gold combination that she says “makes it feel more glam” than your run-of-the-mill lighting out there. Gold accents offset the black fabric drum shade and sleek legs for a moody, high-impact look.

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France & Son Mid-Century Grasshopper Floor Lamp

$341

Tripod | Metal | Adjustable

If you like a lamp that stands on three legs but prefer something with a slimmer profile, consider this lamp by Greta Grossman’s original 1947 Grasshopper design that Allan recommends as an “alternative reproduction if you are working toward building your own iconic collection. ” It has a tubular steel tripod stand that is “tilted backward, creating a modern silhouette,” and a conical shade with an elbow joint that can be adjusted up or down to direct the light where you please. In terms of placement, Allan recommends “placing it behind your favorite reading chair in a family room, bedroom, or kids’ room.”

CB2 Big Dipper Arc Brass Floor Lamp

$299

Arc | Drum shade | Mixed materials (metal and cotton) | Dimmable

A floor lamp with a dramatically arcing neck can double as overhead lighting if you position it correctly — above seating or even a dining table, for example. Another favorite of Harwood’s, this more traditional option has a simple metal base and cotton shade, making it especially versatile. “With an extending arch that’s over six feet high,” Harwood says it is a practical option for both small and large rooms. She adds that it comes with full dimmer capacity and that you can get it in two finishes (brass and nickel).

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Versanora Arquer Arc Floor Lamp

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$95

Arc | Globe shade | Mixed materials (metal and marble)

This arcing lamp has more of a ’60s vibe thanks to its globe shade. It’s recommended by home decorator Carrie Carrollo, who, tired of what she calls the millennial-approved “all gold- (or brass-) toned everything,” suggests trying chrome. “This lamp feels like a nice way to potentially experiment with the tone,” she says. It also marries two of the shapes she mentions above, with a shade that is both orblike and mushroom reminiscent.

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Regency Hill Jenson Aged Brass Pharmacy Floor Lamp

$130

Task | Metal | Adjustable

For something a little more traditional, try a task lamp, like this one that Alessandra Wood, the VP of style at online interior-design service Modsy, recommends. “I love a good pharmacy lamp,” she says, adding that because of its classic look, this will always be in style. “This has the perfect blend of vintage and industrial charm, and the aged brass introduces an upscale feeling of warmth to any rustic space.” It’s available in other finishes, including nickel and bronze, and has an adjustable height, swing arm, and lamp head.

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Safavieh Stefan Floor Lamp

$147

Task | Lantern shade | Metal

If you like the overhead nature of a task lamp but prefer something a bit more contemporary, consider this lamp that Derby recommends. “Task lamps can have a tendency to feel overly traditional, but this option is the perfect mix of traditional and modern,” she says, thanks to its black lantern-style shade and brass and gold finishes.

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Pottery Barn Morton Floor Lamp

$269

Upright | Drum shade | Mixed materials (wood and linen)

Here’s an upright, shaded style that would fit in just about anywhere. Harwood calls it “simple,” with a “versatile design that pairs well with coastal, Cali-cool, and transitional styles.” We would agree. The pale rubberwood base and textured linen shade feel so relaxing and make it easy to imagine this lamp in the living room of our (theoretical) summer cottage.

Isobel Floor Lamp

$329

Upright | Drum shade | Mixed materials (resin and fabric)

“An ’80s nod with a muted, ancient feel” is how Shannon Retseck, the owner of Cuttalossa, a home-goods and textile company, and Cuttalossa & Co., a retail space in Philadelphia, describes this unusual lamp. The twisting resin neck and woven drum shade are muted enough in color that the lighting won’t overwhelm a room, she says, adding that this would be “such a great way to add visual interest to a space lacking charm.”

Tov Furniture Arena Marble-Base Floor Lamp

$145

Upright | Mushroom shade | Mixed materials (metal and marble)

And a more minimalist take on a floor lamp is this mushroom-shaded one that Derby likes. “This lamp has sleek, modern lines with a classic marble base that makes it feel more expensive than it is,” she says.

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Meyer&Cross Edison 55-Inch Blackened Bronze Floor Lamp

$108

Column | Exposed-filament bulb | Mixed materials (glass and metal)

An exposed-filament bulb sits atop a metal stand on this floor lamp that Decorilla lead designer Devin Shaffer recommends. “Edison bulbs had their moment when the modern-farmhouse style ruled the interior-design scene,” says Shaffer. And though people have moved away from that aesthetic in recent years, “modernized lighting styles with exposed filaments continue to pop up,” he explains. While he says that this lamp doesn’t subscribe to that design moment, it can still work in a space like that — as well as with countless others.

EQ3 Oxford Dunce Floor Lamp

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$315

Column | Metal | Vertical light

“This floor lamp is one of my favorites, mainly because of the marble base but also because it’s unique and it doesn’t take up a ton of space,” says interior designer Tiffany Thompson of Duett Interiors. It comes from Canadian-based brand EQ3 and doesn’t immediately look like lighting because of its matte-anodized-aluminum shade that emits a vertical shaft of light. “If you live in a smaller apartment, or you’re looking for a light fixture to go in a corner space, this is a great option while still being a conversation piece,” says Thompson.

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Muuto Leaf LED Floor Lamp

$619

Bent neck | Metal | Adjustable | Dimmable

Another minimalist LED lamp, the Leaf from Scandinavian design studio Muuto comes recommended by Clémence Polès, the creative director and founder of online magazine Passerby. “I recently discovered Muuto and have been fawning over their designs,” she says. “The Leaf floor lamp is beautiful. It’s really elegant, thin, and doesn’t take up much space.” Slightly more sculptural than the Ikea lamp above, this “feels like it could be part of an Alexander Calder piece,” according to Polès. The shade, which is shaped like a leaf, can be angled in the direction you desire.

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Chevington Column Floor Lamp

$178

Column | Corrugated parchment

Made of corrugated parchment (think cardboard chic), this paper column lamp channels the spirit (and look) of Isamu Noguchi’s Akari light sculptures (more on those below), according to Jenny Kaplan, the owner of design firm An Aesthetic Pursuit and a co-owner of Pieces. She told us this makes a worthy dupe if one of the Japanese designer’s actual paper lamps are out of your budget, adding that “a pair of these clustered together would create an interesting sculptural moment.”

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Noguchi Akari UF4-L8 Floor Lamp

$1,800

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Column | Washi paper

If you want the real deal, like this Akari lamp made of washi-paper triangular panels, you’ll want to act quickly, as inventory is in short supply. “We think it’s hard to top a Noguchi lamp,” say Meghan Lavery and Daniel King, owners of vintage-furniture and design store Home Union in Brooklyn. “They fit with anything and give the nicest glow.”

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Allsop Luna Lamp

$116

Orb | Low | 16 LED color options

For a different kind of ambient light, two of our experts, Thompson and Retseck, suggest trying round floor lamps, like this one recommended by Thompson. “This is a nontraditional version of a floor lamp,” she says. “I love it directly on the floor or propped up on a stack of books.” It casts a soft glow and comes with 16 LED color options. Retseck, who recommends a similar lamp, agrees that “well-placed glowing globes bring a serene diffused light.”

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• Lauren Ashley Allan, interior designer
• Carrie Carrollo, home decorator
• Toussaint Derby, Havenly lead designer
• Stacy Harwood, Havenly senior designer
• Jenny Kaplan, co-owner of Pieces
• Meghan Lavery and Daniel King, owners of Home Union
• Clémence Polès, founder of Passerby
• Shannon Retseck, owner of Cuttalossa
• Devin Shaffer, Decorilla lead designer
• Tiffany Thompson, founder of Duett Interiors
• Alessandra Wood, VP of style at Modsy

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Varieties of floor lamps, how to choose the right floor lamp

Modern floor lamps are no longer just sources of light, but often real works of art. They invariably attract attention and interest with their original appearance, high quality of light, as well as advanced functionality.

When choosing a floor lamp for your home, you should take into account many factors, including the dimensions of the room, the purpose of the lamp, interior features and other nuances.

What are floor lamps

The whole variety of floor lamps can be classified according to several criteria, including the type of construction, main purpose, material of shades and design style. Let's dwell on each point in more detail.

According to the type of construction, they are distinguished:

traditional lamps - they usually have a wooden stand-“leg” and one light bulb hidden behind a fabric lampshade. Such models personify comfort and home warmth. For greater comfort, it is recommended to equip them with bulbs with warm radiation. Models of the traditional type are usually used in classic and modern interiors, as well as in Provence style interiors;
floor lamps-candlesticks - graceful models, stylized as candelabra on thin racks. For greater resemblance to candles, such devices use miniature light bulbs with a warm yellowish glow. Floor lamps of this type are great for baroque, art deco, empire and neoclassical interiors;
floor lamps-rods - have a non-standard stand, made in the form of an arc. The base of such devices is usually metal, the ceiling has the correct geometric shape and can be made of plastic, glass, textiles and other materials. Fishing rod models fit perfectly into almost any modern interiors;
reading lamps – classic or original models of floor lamps, which are additionally equipped with a shelf or book holder, as well as an additional light source on a flexible mount, with which you can change the direction of the light flux;
floor lamps on a tripod - are distinguished by high stability and rather original "appearance". The tripod stand can be wooden or metal, the ceiling is usually of the correct geometric shape (ball, cone, cylinder), plastic, glass, metal, paper, etc.
spotlight floor lamp is a type of tripod floor lamp equipped with a powerful light source like a spotlight. Such devices are especially relevant for urban and technological styles;
creative models are modern and original variations of floor lamps. Their racks and plafonds, at the behest of designers, can take the most bizarre forms. Such lamps usually become the central elements of the interior. Usually they are equipped with LED light sources, and therefore these devices are also economical and have a long service life.

According to its intended purpose in the interior floor lamps can be used as:

main light sources - this lighting option is relevant only for small rooms that do not require full-fledged bright lighting. Floor lamps can replace a chandelier in a cozy bedroom or in a very compact living room;
accessories is the most common role of floor lamps. They can be used locally in recreation areas, work and dining areas, etc. Thanks to their soft diffused light, they help to tune in to a pleasant pastime with a book, your favorite movie and other quiet hobbies;
decorative lamps - graceful, elegant and original models can in themselves be an ornament and an accent element of any interior.

shades and lampshades can be made of natural and artificial materials:

glass,
textiles,
metal,
tree,
paper,
plaster, etc.

According to the design style of , the following types of floor lamps are distinguished:

classic - models with restrained and concise features. Usually they have a straight metal stand and a lampshade in the form of a truncated cone made of glass or textile, the surface of which can be painted or embroidered;
high-tech - stylish and technological devices with a futuristic "appearance". They can have unusually curved racks, lampshades and abstract plafonds. They are made of high-strength plastic, metal, glass. The color scheme is predominantly monochrome;
minimalistic - lamps with a minimum of details and no decor at all. Usually they have the simplest geometric shades and thin straight or slightly curved racks. They are made of metal, plastic, glass, and other modern materials;
retro models - vintage-style fixtures with elements from past generations of lighting technology: old cords, artificially worn racks, Edison lamps, stands that have darkened with time, etc.

The choice of models of floor lamps is really huge. Among such an assortment, you can find a suitable option for the implementation of any design idea.

How to choose a floor lamp for different rooms

Living room

Here, floor lamps are usually used as an addition to the main light source. They are placed in a recreation area or close to decorative objects: art, bookshelves, souvenir racks, etc. The main requirement for floor lamps is that they must match the style of the overall concept of the interior.

The height of the devices is selected based on the dimensions of the room: the more compact it is, the more elegant and miniature the lamp should be. To make the floor lamp as convenient as possible to use, you can pick up a model with a remote control, a built-in dimmer and other useful options in the living room.

Bedroom

Floor lamps in the bedroom are usually used as an alternative to wall sconces. They create moderate lighting in the bedside area, comfortable for communication, reading and just relaxing before going to bed. They are placed symmetrically on both sides of the head of the bed next to the bedside tables or instead of them.

You can install a floor lamp near the dressing table, if there is one in the bedroom. The general recommendation for choosing is to give preference to devices with a directional light flux - it will be easier to adjust them to individual needs.

Kitchen

For the kitchen, a floor lamp can come in handy if you need to additionally illuminate the dining area. The lamp can be placed near the dining table, thus making this part of the room more comfortable and homely.

It is not practical to use floor lamps in the cooking area, it will be difficult to organize adequate lighting of all work surfaces with their help.

Children's room

It makes sense to choose a floor lamp for a child's room if the "owner" of the room is still quite a baby or vice versa is already old enough to handle electrical appliances with care.

In the first case, you can purchase an original and bright lamp made in the form of a flower, tree, animal, etc. In the second, models in the form of cartoon characters or creative devices with unusual racks and shades will be relevant.

Corridor, hallway

In small rooms, a floor lamp will interfere, so it is better to refuse such a lighting fixture here. In a spacious hallway or corridor, a floor lamp may well exist.

It is better to choose concise models with a stable stand and a minimum of decor, since there is a high probability of touching the device when putting on outerwear or simply when moving between rooms.

Tips for choosing

If the room is small, with a standard or low ceiling, it is better to choose a floor lamp about 180 cm high for it. Higher fixtures will look too bulky in the room, and low ones can create discomfort for the eyes, leaving glare on furniture, monitors and other objects interior.
In a spacious room, you can place several floor lamps at once, similar in design, but different in height. Such a composition will refresh the interior, making it more modern and dynamic.
Using floor lamps, you can create interesting light compositions in the interior. For such purposes, it is better to use devices with plafonds that “look” up and are made of translucent materials: organza, plastic, semi-frosted glass, etc. Light beams from the lamps will rise to the ceiling, visually making the interior lighter and more airy. This technique can also be used for zoning rooms.
To accentuate the floor lamp itself, it can be placed next to the mirror. Such placement will also help to enhance the intensity of lighting in the room.
Paired appliances placed symmetrically with respect to any object in the room (on both sides of a sofa, fireplace, mirror, etc.) help to achieve the effect of integrity and completeness of the interior.

In a huge variety of models of floor lamps, it can be very difficult to navigate. To make the right choice and purchase a device that will become a real decoration of the interior, it is worth studying in detail the features of floor lamps and the rules for their placement in different rooms.