As people return to the basic principles of home design, the dining room is slowly gaining its former place as the center of a home. In a time where families eat in front of the television, a dining room is a special space where friends and family can gather and share a meal. While getting the basics of this room is quite easy – you select furniture and a color scheme – lighting can be a problem as dining rooms are normally fairly large. If you really want to create a special dining room, invest in a chandelier.
Chandeliers are far more diverse than you think. Yes, there are traditional tiered designs with many lights seemingly floating in space, but there are other styles and design tastes represented in modern chandelier designs. If you are thinking about adding a chandelier to your dining room, you need to know what is available.
There are gothic, romantic designs in wrought iron that are ideal if you have an elegant, natural feel in the room. These are often lit with candles, which again add to the romance of the entire installation. If you want something more masculine, an antler chandelier is a perfect addition for a traditional home, as it works well with wood and stone. And yes, if you have set your hopes on a traditional, glittery chandelier, then these are readily available.
Your dining room can only benefit from the addition of a beautiful wrought iron chandelier. Make sure that there is enough light to set the mood, match your chandelier to your current theme, and get an expert to install the piece as many chandeliers are heavy and need structural support. Your dining room can easily become the warm centre of your home overnight.
This guest post was written by freelance writer Victoria.
