Traditional pendant lights
have made a comeback in the
uk. The popularity of this
elegant lighting fixture has
been increased with its use in
many modern lifestyle
magazines and upmarket
establishments. Let’s face it –
we all like to emulate style
where we can.
Less ostentatious than a
chandelier but with just as
much presence, a pendant
light doesn’t have to follow
the conventional rules of
being a single, centred ceiling
light. On its own, hanging
down from a ceiling, centred –
it can still be done and be
quite breath taking in its
simplicity. However, if you
decided to have a pair, a trio
or a group of pendant lights,
you can have a work of art
above your head.
There are many different
styles and designs of pendant
lights ranging from a
minimalist crystal cube to an
ornate, leafy branched light
with filigree work or punched
design that will throw
magnificent shadows on the
ceiling, a work of art in its
light play. Pendant lights are
particularly suited to open
plan designs as the space
between the lamp and the
ceiling exaggerates the
airiness and suggestion of
space in this type of
environment.
Spangled light from pendant
crystals can provide amazing
drama in a living room and a
low hung, café or bistro style
pendant light can define a
dining area in a kitchen or a
split reception room. You
must ensure enough
clearance space from the
depth of the pendant light to
the average height of people
walking in the room. Check
with your supplier if the chain
or cable is able to be
shortened if you require a
reduced length. |