A big part of decorating your home is choosing lighting decor. The right lighting is essential for both practical and aesthetic reasons. Showrooms may be overwhelming if you don’t know what to look for. Follow this guide to choose the best lighting for any room in the home.

How to Pick the Right Lighting Decor

Kitchen Lighting

A large kitchen may require different styles of lighting. Choose recessed ceiling lights for general illumination and add task lighting under cabinets for high traffic work areas, such as counters near the stove or sink. If you have an island or eating area in the kitchen, consider a chandelier or pendant lights to provide visual interest.

Think about the scale of the room and the height of the ceiling when choosing pendants or chandeliers. Higher ceilings and larger rooms will display big or opulent light fixtures well but would be out of proportion in a smaller area. 

Dining Room 

A formal dining room lends itself well to a spectacular chandelier. Choose a style that matches the overall decor and is size-appropriate for the space. The table impacts lighting decor choices too; a long table works well with multiple pendants, while a round table complements a central chandelier. There should be 28" to 36" from the tabletop to the bottom of the fixture.

Bedroom Lighting Decor

Bedrooms benefit from a variety of lighting. A general overhead fixture provides ambient light for the entire room. Choose warm bulbs for a cozy feel. Task illumination near the bed and over a desk is essential to enhance overheads or provide gentler, focused lighting to read and work by. Accent lights play up art or architectural features you want to highlight.

The size of the room plays a role; luxurious master bedrooms invite a central chandelier, while kids’ bedrooms need durable, practical overheads. Pendant lights enhance desk areas, while wall-mounted swing arm fixtures are good for multi-use task spaces.

Entryways

The type of lighting decor you choose for the entry is very dependent on the size and style of the room. Formal entries with high ceilings show off a chandelier (although very high ceilings make elaborate chandeliers harder to clean). A single dramatic pendant light may be appropriate for a modern look. Cozy entries that double as informal coat and shoe spaces benefit from more casual wall lighting or a simple overhead fixture. 

Lighting decor can be used to both illuminate and decorate your home. Palette Studios, in Cincinnati, OH, has a stunning selection of light fixtures for classic, antique, and mid-century modern styles. They also offer lamp repairs and custom creations for a truly unique decor solution. Shop for items, such as vases and candlesticks, as well. Call (513) 961-1316 to discuss custom lighting or visit the online gallery to see available lighting solutions.