Modern living room lighting fixtures

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Lighting is everything when it comes to setting the atmosphere and mood in a space, and not just when it comes to the type of bulb you choose to use, but the actual style of the fixture too. There are plenty of options on the market, but one category that always seems to be fail-proof is modern lighting. Understandably, the guidelines for sourcing modern objects can often feel either super vague or overtly specific, but thankfully there's almost always a way for anyone to squeeze this certain look into their apartment or house.

While these kinds of lights are practically made for living rooms that embrace all-things mid-century modern, styles like boho, vintage, and traditional are all perfectly suitable homes for a modern bulb or two. The styles include just about every option you can imagine—sculptural chandeliers, colorful table lamps, groovy task lighting, and sweeping oversized floor lamps—so there's truly a look for anyone's personal taste.

Below, you'll find a variety of modern living room lighting ideas that will set off a lightbulb in your head when it comes to selecting lamps, sconces, and chandeliers like these for your own space.

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House of Chais

The wooden frame on this chandelier feels rather boho, but the dangling circles gravitate more towards a funky '70s vibe than anything else. It's a wonderful example on how easy it can be to mix modern into other styles you like, no matter how different the two may seem.

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Dwell Aware

The wall sconces nearly blend into the wall here, but as soon as they're switched on they take the spotlight for themselves. The spherical shades and golden bases are guaranteed to never go out of style, and they're so easy to match with nearly any color story.

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Leclair Decor

No longer are chandeliers cast aside as entryway and dining room additions. This bold Sputnik-style version featured in this living room speaks eons about how much this type of fixture can do for your most sociable space. It’s not only fun to look at, but it heightens the whole room, too.

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True Home

The softer touches and colors that make this space so romantic are balanced out by the sharp golden lamp behind the couch. The candles and lamp on the floor are sure to cast a warm glow, too, but the shape of the gold fixture is certainly what punctuates the space in terms of lighting.

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Kaya Boutique

You can add plenty of drama with an oversized floor lamp, just take a page out of this living room's book. The mid-century modern touches and silvery gray palette are only emphasized with the help of this large lantern that lights up the sitting area but doesn't feel like it takes up tons of space thanks to its graceful neck.

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Cathie Hong

Its symmetrical shape and matte black color make this simple fixture a major focal piece, regardless of it being the main source of lighting in the room. It complements things like the photo frame and mid-century modern planter perfectly while standing out on its own against the ceiling.

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Dazey Den

Cascading in a spiral, a chandelier that lights up a room with flair is always a good idea, especially when its shape can draw any gaze upward. You obviously can't walk away either without noting that the chandelier works undeniably well with the floor lamp, which is stylishly modern in its own right.

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Coco Lapine Design

Small isn't synonymous with boring. Although it's rather petite, its size is what helps this conical fixture add a bit of metallic shine to the living room without being too over-the-top. It's an ideal setup for minimalists who want to make a statement in the quietest way possible.

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Design: Bespoke Only / Photography: Nicole Franzen 

The table and floor lamp versions of this sphere and line lighting have been rather covetable over the past few years and it's easy to see why. It illuminates while also adding interest to a room. It helps, too, that in this space it harmonizes beautifully with the ceiling bulbs.

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Calimia Home

Gold and black are an irreplaceable color combination and provide a little modern oomph to any space. While this living room fits the bill for any fan of boho, the lighting gives it some edge, which is often a fun, unexpected twist in more free-flowing spaces.

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Katie Hodges Design

When one lamp just won't do, a structure with three bulbs will certainly make the cut. This angular piece is eye-catching, thanks to its artsy lines and matte black finish, which pops nicely against the white walls. It doesn't feel too abstract though thanks to the furniture in darker tones that help ground it.

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Bespoke Only

One of the loveliest things about modern lighting is that the lamp or chandelier itself often serves as décor or a statement piece. A prime example is this oblong table lamp that fits well with the other objects lining the shelves, but sheds a nice glow when it comes time to crack open those chic coffee table books.

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Maite Granda Design Studio

Many modern spaces go hard for black, white, and neutral, but this is just a small sampling of what modern can be. Take these coral-colored lamps for instance, which get along well with the other pops of color in the room and keep that electric secondary color palette alive and well.

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Studio KT

Mushroom-style lamps will always rank highly as a top choice for modern lighting. The great thing is there are so many different variations of them, so you won't feel like you're creating a cookie cutter living room by purchasing one for yourself.

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Ashley Montgomery Design

These quirky sconces are all you could ever hope for when it comes to fresh modern lighting. Outlined with a pop of black, their circular structures integrate flawlessly into a room full of dusty pinks and charcoals, but they still manage to hold their own.

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Chandeliers in the Living Room: 195+ (Photos) Modern Interiors

It's hard to imagine the interior of a room without a chandelier. It plays an important role in choosing a style. Properly designed lighting will make the living room more comfortable, help compensate for the lack of sunlight, and visually increase the space. About everything in more detail later in the article.

Contents:

• Living room lighting
• How to choose?
• Combination with different styles
• Varieties of lamps
• Materials for making lamps
• Choice of chandelier color
• Conclusions
• PHOTO GALLERY (over 195 photos)

Lighting in the living room

It is customary to treat guests during the holiday in the hall. The whole family gathers here to watch a family movie together. Therefore, the style design of the room is given special attention. It should be both festive and cozy . A chandelier can help in this matter. Proper lighting will hide the flaws of the room, emphasize its dignity.

We decorate depending on the chosen style

You need to choose a chandelier based on the following criteria:

• room interior;
• living room area;
• view;
• color;
• number of bulbs.

We take into account all the criteria when choosing

When choosing a chandelier, its dimensions are taken into account. They must fully fit the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe room.

A small lamp cannot be placed in a spacious living room. It will not cope with its main function - lighting the room.

If you hang a large chandelier with bulky crystal elements in a small living room, the space will visually appear even smaller. Therefore, the first thing to consider before choosing lighting equipment is the size of the room where it will be installed.

Small chandeliers may not be placed in the large living room

Today practice is to combine several lamps. To make it look beautiful, you need to harmoniously select models . This can be done by a person who has perfect taste. If you have doubts about your own abilities, it is better to stick to the classic options for placing a chandelier in the living room. It should fully fit into the framework of the chosen style.

Tip

When choosing a chandelier for your living room, you should definitely pay attention to the material from which it is made. Not all equipment will look good in a room. The choice will help to make the environment.

Pay attention to material

Lighting in the living room can consist of several levels. In addition to the ceiling chandelier, sconces, floor lamps and LED strips are installed in the room, which are placed at different heights. Important decorative elements stand out with light. If the lighting includes a complex system. Then you need to ensure that each element is combined with the rest of the devices. Thanks to this, integrity and harmony in the room are achieved.

In order for the elements of lighting equipment to look organic in the living room, you need to consider a few simple recommendations.

Installation of additional lighting

These include:

• In a room with a high ceiling, several ceiling chandeliers can be installed. It is important to choose suspended structures of the same model. They should be different sizes so that they can be hung at different heights. It is allowed to install such chandeliers next to or in opposite parts of the room, as required by the design.
• If the living room has a small area, then lamps of the same model and size, but in different colors, are installed here. A good option would be to use contrasting shades. Reception is used only in suitable styles.
• Installation of absolutely identical chandeliers. Suitable for classic interiors. In different parts of the room, identical models are installed that will fill the space with sophistication.
• A variety of lampshades can make a room bright and lively. Lighting fixtures with the same base and type of construction can be installed in the living room, but different shades are installed on them. This will give the room a fresh and dynamic look.
• A small room should not have bulky structures or multiple light sources. Here it is appropriate to hang only one central ceiling lamp. It should be as simple as possible in order to organically fit into the design of the living room.
• For rooms that are divided into functional areas, chandeliers are selected for each of them separately. Usually the living room includes: seating area, dining room, work desk. Each of the zones can be supplemented with other types of lighting equipment. Separation is done in large rooms.
• All lighting elements used in the living room must be combined with each other. This applies to ceiling lights, sconces, floor lamps and even LED strips.
• The chandelier is selected based on the style of the room. The emphasis is on the design itself and the color of the lamp.

Each zone has its own lighting

Sconces or spotlights can be installed as an addition to the chandelier or instead of it.

They affect the light intensity. For the working area, it is better to select cold shades of light. In a place where a person will rest and relax, you can install soft warm lighting. The main thing is that it should not be too dark.

Additional spotlights

Combination with different styles

The living room sets a certain mood for the entire apartment. Here attention is paid to every detail. This is especially true for chandeliers. For a lush and pompous interior, only a luxurious lamp is suitable. This will show and prove the satisfaction of the achieved result in life.

Retro style

For warm family evenings, it is better to choose a lamp made of retro style. A young couple who likes to gather a large number of guests at home can install original designer lighting equipment. Modern models have a large number of additional functions. They can quickly transform a simple living room into a nightclub.

Chandeliers differ in:

• dimensions;
• shape;
• design;
• number of bulbs.

Chandeliers differ from each other in many ways

There are several basic styles that are suitable for the hall. Based on this, a lamp is selected in the living room. Among them:

1Classic style

The main characteristics of the lamps are:

• smooth lines;
• versatility;
• glass and crystal. These materials are used for decoration.

Classic chandelier

Chandeliers are often made in the form of a candelabra. This is reminiscent of ancient times and ancient castles, where their origins come from. Classic style will always be in fashion. Therefore, many people stop on it.

2Modern style

It is characterized by minimalism and practicality. Chandeliers look simple and stylish at the same time. They can be decorated with ornaments or geometry. Lamps are not decorated with additional suspensions. They are painted in neutral shades, which fills the living room with conciseness.

Modern minimalism

3Hi-tech

This style is characterized by the following features:

• chrome-plated surfaces;
• geometry;
• minimalism.

Hi-tech chrome surfaces

Such a chandelier will look simple and original in the room. Along with it, you can pick up additional lighting equipment in the same style.

4Modern

Lamps are made from different materials. They can be in multiple styles. Such designs look unusual, but very successful . For example, a classic chandelier, around which a wire cube is created.

Modern interior

5Loft

Lamps in the interior of the living room may look somewhat rustic and monotonous. Conventional lamps on wires are becoming popular models.

6Provence

Here the chandelier can consist of several parts. The classic style is taken as the basis. The main thing is to remove all the lush decor and crystal pendants from the lamp. The remaining elements can be artificially aged, creating a worn effect.

With a hint of Provence

Tip

The chandelier plays an important role in the living room. It must be in harmony with the whole environment. The lamp will fill the room with personality.

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Varieties of lamps

The chandelier in the room is selected based on the area of ​​the room. If necessary, the luminaire can be supplemented with spotlights, wall sconces or LED strip around the perimeter.

With LED strip

All chandeliers can be combined into several groups. These include:

Suspended

Suspended model for ceiling heights over 3 meters. She is a classic. The design has long been used to illuminate apartments. Therefore, it is found in most apartments. Suspended chandelier is fixed to the ceiling with a cord or chain. Today there are a huge number of them. They differ in configuration, color and size. Thanks to this, the mount fits any design. Plafonds for such chandeliers can be made from:

• glass;
• plastic;
• textiles.

Hanging version for your design

Hanging models

They are mounted to the ceiling with a special rod. It can be lowered or raised to the desired height. This makes it possible to set accents in the room and adjust the light intensity . Hanging chandeliers are convenient to install in a hall with several functional areas to scatter or, conversely, focus light.

Surface-mounted models

They are mounted at a lower height from the ceiling, but this does not prevent them from performing their functions to the fullest. Typically, these lamps are installed in rooms with low ceilings.

They can be made in different shapes:

• figured;
• flat;
• with additional illumination;
• with decorative inserts;
• with rhinestones.

Almost all chandeliers have static light . This makes the process of using them much easier. Luminaires with this function are much cheaper than models with built-in dimming. Dimmer chandeliers are just starting to gain popularity.

The main touch of the interior

Materials for the manufacture of lamps

Today, chandeliers are presented in a wide range. Each person can choose the best option. The main thing is to take into account the style of the room, as well as correctly calculate your budget. In simple models of lamps, the shades are made of paper or plastic. Elite chandeliers can be made of bronze and decorated with rock crystal.

The material for manufacturing can be the most diverse

The most popular models are made of metal. They have several classes.

Luxurious versions

Luminaire bases are made by artistic forging. Most often it is completely handmade. The base material is iron . During forging, it can be given a different shape. The appearance of the lamp will depend on the number of bends and their quality. It can have openwork elements or strict lines. Due to the large weight of the chandelier, it is difficult to install. For iron structures, reliable fastening is required. Forged chandeliers are perfectly combined with wood and stone, which are used in the decor of the room.

Luxury

Crystal

The model is suitable for classic style. It will create a cozy atmosphere in the room. Chandeliers will be a great continuation of the classic style. Light refracts through crystal elements . This creates a playful effect in the room. If you complement the lamp with modern functions, then the light can be painted in different shades. Various colored stones are used to decorate the chandelier. Crystal and decorative elements require careful care.

Crystal elements

Democratic models

They are made of cheaper aluminum. The main advantages of the material are:

• lightness;
• flexibility;
• Easy to mount.

Aluminum base easily attaches to all surfaces. During the installation of such a chandelier, there are no difficulties.

Simple but tasteful

Metal base chandeliers complemented by shades and lampshades. The main materials for their manufacture are glass or textiles.

Glass shades can be:

• transparent;
• matt;
• colored;
• with various illustrations;
• absolutely smooth.

Glass plafonds

Models made according to the stained glass principle attract the greatest interest. Plafonds are assembled from multi-colored pieces of glass or painted to look like a stained glass window.

One of the most interesting and unusual ideas for decorating a chandelier is the use of a mirror. It can be installed on the basis of the design. From the mirror surface, light is reflected in various interesting variations. This creates an interesting glow in the room.

Creating an ultra-modern environment

Chandeliers decorated with crystal are usually very expensive.

They can be replaced with cheaper imitation glass. Such options are cheaper, but they look almost like crystal lamps. Models with several tiers can only be installed in a room with high ceilings. In a small living room, they will look ridiculous.

Fabric shades will always be in style . They come in various sizes and shades. If the lampshade for the chandelier needs to be given a rigid shape, then a special frame is initially made. The cover will stretch over his ribs.

With fabric shade

Chandeliers can be made from the following materials:

• wood;
• paper;
• plastic.

They are much less frequently used for making lamps. These materials are less practical and durable for lighting equipment.

Eclectic Style

Hall lamp available in all shades. Neutral and bright colors will look equally good here. The main thing is that the lamps do not stand out from the interior of the room. The chandelier can either echo the main style or serve as the main accent of the room.

The classic neutral colors of the living room chandelier are:

• black;
• white;
• transparent.

Create weightlessness with an abstract shape

This list can be extended. If you choose an atypical shade of a chandelier in the hall, the interior will turn out to be original and memorable.

Neutral colors such as pistachio, green, navy blue, beige can bring new emotions into the room.

Everyone wants to make their living room interesting and unusual. Therefore, very often non-standard solutions are used in the design of the room. These include purple light. With this color, you should be extremely careful. If nothing sets it off, then the room will be filled with coldness and detachment.

A memorable interior with a red chandelier

A good option would be to choose a chandelier with small splashes. They can be evenly or randomly applied over the entire surface of the lampshade. Thanks to this, an atmosphere of mystery will be created in the room. This effect has the guests present for intimate conversations.

Tip

If there is concern that colored chandeliers will look too bright or overdone, it is better to use transparent models. They can be made of crystal or glass. Plafonds are decorated with various pendants. Such lighting equipment will always look stylish in any interior.

Transparent models

The chandelier can be dyed in 2 or more colors at once.

In such models, it is important to maintain a certain harmony. They should not ruffle too much in the living room, but keep the spirit of triumph and idleness in it. It is best to choose options for fixtures in which one of the main shades will remain neutral, and the other will add color to the room. There are several successful combinations:

• clear glass and lilac shade;
• bronze and white tone;
• emerald and delicate yellow-beige.

A beautiful option for lighting a room

Luminaires often use additional elements. They perform a decorative function. Metallized surfaces become one of them. Various textures are used here:

• bronze;
• black copper;
• satin chrome;
• gold-plated.

Plafonds for metallized bases are best chosen from classic options . In order not to distract all attention from an interesting and unusual surface, they should be white.

Blue and UV

A black lamp will always look extravagant . It can be installed in a bright living room with high white ceilings. The chandelier is suitable for minimalism, hi-tech, classics, gothic.

White chandelier has always been, is and will be a classic. It will organically fit into any design of the hall. White tint goes with all colors.

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A chandelier for your living room

A chandelier should be chosen based on the style of the room. For her, you need to choose a certain place in the room. Some models are difficult to install on the ceiling. They will need additional fasteners. After reviewing the information, please leave your assessments with arguments in the comments. They will be helpful to other readers. Your opinion is very important to us. Thank you for your participation. We appreciate your feedback and your time.

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PROS

• The expressiveness of the room in which the individual nature is created;
• highlighting important elements and accents of the room;
• filling the living room with enough light.

CONS

• care;
• price;
• some models are easily damaged.

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Trendy chandeliers 2021 for the living room: 73 photos of modern options

The lighting scenario is one of the important elements of the interior. Especially when it comes to the hall. Comfort and beauty in the room where we spend so much time come to the fore. We tell you how to choose a chandelier in the living room in a modern style and not only.

All about choosing a chandelier for the hall

Before buying
Types of ceiling lamps
The most popular models
Choosing the right one
Where to hang it

Want to approach the process like a real designer? We recommend starting the development of a lighting scenario with spotlights. This is the minimum lighting for a comfortable stay in the room. In other words, a system of spot lamps.

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All modern living room ceiling chandeliers can be divided into two types depending on their design.

• Those that are placed directly under the ceiling. They differ in compact size, concise design - more often they have one large ceiling or several small ones. Ceiling fixtures do not give much light, but if the room is small, take a look at them.
• Suspended. Most Popular. Hanging lamps are attached to the ceiling by a suspension - a cord or string. They have one or more ceiling lamps.

  It is worth noting that the main function of a modern chandelier in the living room is decoration, not lighting. It determines the choice. And it is influenced by the style of space. Let's consider the most relevant.

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  Let's start with the main thing: buying a replica is not the best idea. As a rule, it has low quality, and the recognition of the product will not play in favor. Instead, look at the range of local manufacturers or private designers - their work is more accessible.

  Balloons

  One of the hottest trends is geometry without unnecessary details. This is a single ceiling in the form of a ball or whole groups that create compositions from lines and geometric shapes. Models with balls are relevant in modern and minimalist designs, as well as in neoclassical with a bias towards a more modern style.

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  Eco-style

  Eco is an important trend that has also affected lighting design. Almost all forms and interpretations are popular here. Products made of rattan, bamboo and wood will suit any interior: from Scandinavian to minimalism. In the photo, such chandeliers in the living room in a modern style look very impressive.

  If products made from natural materials do not suit you, look at products made from recycled materials. Companies today are proud to experiment with new technologies that cause minimal harm to the environment.

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  Lines

  Perhaps the most minimalist design in the collection. Such a model is unlikely to attract attention immediately upon entering the room, but it certainly will not go unnoticed. Relevant products are made of warm metal and more graphic matte in black and white.

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  Designers violate it, but in projects whose style implies this decision.

  • Accent, richly decorated model will be appropriate in a classic interior. But at the same time, it must differ in quality and materials. You can’t save on it, otherwise the whole design will look cheap.
  • Laconic design is in trend today. Let it be an interesting shape, texture, materials - without unnecessary details. Such models are suitable for almost any design.
  • Minimalist living rooms require interesting shapes. A simple lamp from the mass market will look too ordinary. It is better to choose an interesting design model that fits into the budget.
  • It is very important to choose a product in proportion to the area of ​​​​the hall and the height of the ceilings. Playing with sizes due to decor without experience is dangerous. A large lamp in a small room can look ridiculous. It is better to leave this technique to the designers.
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  The placement of a modern ceiling chandelier in a living room is not influenced by style, it depends on the layout.

  • If the room is combined with the kitchen and its area is more than 15 meters, it makes sense to think over two accents over each zone. Surely in such a room there will be a separate dining room, and a sofa with a rest group.
  • Luminaires can be the same or different. In this case, it is important that they are combined not only with the general style, but also with each other.
  • If the room is small, less than 15 meters, it is better to single out one zone: a dining group or a rest. Depending on where the accent is. The other part can be enhanced with spotlights. For example, put a floor lamp next to a sofa or table.
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