Inspiration to illuminate your dining room.
Place lights on a dimmer for a mood thats tailor-made every time.
Go for a discreetlightingstrategy or choose a fixture that shines with both light and style.
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Dont take the decision too lightly.
Heres our favorite dining room lighting ideas to use for inspiration.
Their designer, Stephanie Sabbe, loved the juxtaposition between the contemporary fixture and the otherwise traditional space.
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Sparkling Score
The right light fixture is worth driving for.
Larger Than Life Bulbs
This whimsical fixture resembles balloons, so dinner always feels like a celebration.
It’s a fun take on a classic, multi-bulbed fixture.
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Geometric
Add pizzazz to a neutral room with a strikingly shaped light fixture.
This one makes a strong impact with an angular take on a classic look.
Ambient Lighting
Layer multiple levels oflightfor the most dynamic lighting that mimics nature.
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A combination of ceiling lights, lamps, and sconces should do the trick.
Lantern-Like
A sleek lantern light will always warm ourModern Farmhouse-loving hearts.
Unlike a royal chandelier, this style of fixture suits both formal and more casual occasions.
Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Lindsey Ellis Beatty.
Unlacquered brass is a popular choice right now for stylish and shiny details and finishings.
Choose similar materials, color families, and motifs to tie in the space.
With a stunning disco-esque light, this Florida dining room makes us want to boogie.
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Shaded Chandelier
ALISON GOOTEE; Styling by Dakota Willimon
Shaded sconces are a classic Southern design move.
A shaded chandelier is equally lovely and gives you extra opportunity to incorporate pretty fabrics for your shades.
One like this has just the right amount of flourish that takes us pleasantly back in time.
Inspired by the Taylors' love of a statement, Cooper enveloped the dining room in a scene from Susan Harter Muralpapers.Credit:DANE TASHIMA; Styling: PAGE MULLINS
Opt for white or another neutral to make a statement without the risk of clashing.
This looks especially lovely parallel to a long, rectangular dining table.
Choose something interesting on the eyes as a standout piece of your dining room decor.
James Ransom; Styling: Alya Hameedi.
Twin Flames
Double the fixtures means double the beauty.
The stunning matching set of hanging lights looks gorgous over a long table.
Wood
Rather than a metal fixture, experiment with other materials.
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Here, a wood-filled dining room stuns with an equally woody light fixture.
Draped Effect
Create interesting silhouettes through a swooping set of ornaments on your light fixture.
Coastal Cues
Add easy-going charm to your dining room with nods to the shore.
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It’s just the thing to top off this airy, minimalist dining room.
Match hints of hues in your chandelier to your window treatment for a playful but put-together pop.
Natural Beauty
Incorporate natural materials and shapes into your light fixture like this stunning branch sculpture.
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It perfectly ties in the whole dining room that is full of wood tones and neutral nature.
Layered Lights
Rather than just one row of candlelight, this light fixture dares to be bold.
Multiple layers create a dynamic source of cascading light that emphasize the striking height of the tall ceiling.
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A marvelous fixture reminiscent of seaweed elevates the room to new heights.
It’s a subtle statement that centers the room over the large rectangular bleach wood table.
The chandelier in our 2022 Idea House is an ornate and jewelry-like centerpiece.
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Curved Edges
Invest in an intriguing shape for your chandelier.
Here, rounded sides enhance the intrigue and style of the fixture.
It’s glamorous, charming, and will effortlessly match your set ofcrystalglasses on the table.
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All Of The Above
Crystals and shades and candlesoh my!
Include all of your favorite elements and the kitchen sink in your fixture to keep it interesting.
On or off, these shimmering fixtures shine brightly and elegantly.
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Whimsical
Carmel Brantley
Texture is the trick to this appealing light’s fantastical charm.
The sky is the limit!
Stained Glass
This handsome light fixture features a pop of blue and wields light beautifully.
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Interestingly woven yet breezily translucent, this light fixture is strong but not heavy-looking.
Sputnik
Instantly transform your dining room into a Mid-Century Modern oasis by hanging a Sputnik chandelier.
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Beckâs cute pug, Penelope, holds court at the table, which is dressed in the brandâs 70s Flower linens. This is a lively nod to the Kentucky Derbyâs long-standing floral tradition, which includes presenting the winning horse with an enormous rose garland.Credit:Laurey W. Glenn
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