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Where to hang a pendant lamp

2020-12-18
Where to hang a pendant lamp

It might seem that the centre of a ceiling is the only place for a pendant. As the trends change, so does lamp display and, consequently, in interior design, emphasis is placed elsewhere. Where do you hand a pendant lamp then?

 

A lamp suspended above a table, a table top or a kitchen island

It is fashionable to place a pendant lamp above a table in a dining room, a worktop, a kitchen island or a coffee table in the living room. It will be a source of extra light during celebrations or preparation of meals, adding to cosiness and emphasising the interior’s character. However, it needs to hang at least 80 cm above the top to make sure that it is not in the way of the household members preparing meals or collecting plates. Its light should be subtle rather than blinding. 60W light bulbs will suffice. Another good solution is choosing a model of a pendant lamp with the length adjustable to the needs. Get inspired by placing 2-3 lamps symmetrically above the table. They will conjure up a wonderful atmosphere, especially in the evening when it is the only source of light. Think about the Kopenhagen model inspired by the 19th and 20th century industrial lamps.

 

 

A lamp hanging from the centre of a ceiling

 

A lamp hanging from the centre of a ceiling is a classical solution. Thus it plays the role of central lighting in a room. Please remember that a pendant lamp should not hang lower than 2 m above the floor to ensure comfort and safety of the people moving about a flat or house. Large chandeliers look best in large rooms; in small spaces they can be overwhelming. They could be easily replaced by smaller, glass shades.

 

 

 

 

Non-standard location of pendant lamps

The way in which a lamp is fixed in a central place is typically affected by the way the wires are stretched in a ceiling. However, you may outsmart the rule and choose pendant models that can be placed in a place different than enforced by the wires. This is possible because of an extra fixing line. It will introduce an additional decorative accent and will give an interesting lighting effect wherever you want in the room.

 

 

 

 

Symmetrically placed lamps

Symmetrically placed lamps, especially in open spaces like a kitchen combined with a living room, are now en vogue - see the APPLE lamp series. You can choose several identical lamps or different sizes of the same model (e.g. Origami Design from Altavola Design). Another source of inspiration is a more avant-garde arrangement: completely different lamps which correspond with each other in an arrangement. This solution is preferred in retro-style, modern and industrial interiors. It certainly looks different and instantly attracts attention.

 

 

 

Pendant lamps look great also on terraces and balconies as an ambient element of lighting. Follow your imagination and place them wherever you wish.

 

 

 

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