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Friday, February 8th, 2019
Uttermost Lamps and Lighting Arborea Glass Mini Pendant 22006
Pendant lamps – the animal fat in clay pot with wick types – date all the way back to Ancient Greece. There are a lot of changes since then and in this modern era, starting from the middle of the century, industrial type fixtures have started to appear.
Pendant fixtures are now a popular option for lighting many different rooms. You can make them work to your advantage if you learn a few guidelines.
Pendant Over a Table
The minimum height for the pendant light to dangle beautifully above a table is at 28-32 inches. You can adjust according to your preference but be mindful of the size of the fixture and the height of your ceiling.
It’s up to you to assign the role for your pendant light whether it’s going to be ambient or task light.
A big drum pendant lighting hanging over the table is able to anchor a vignette. With dimmers, it can also provide brighter lighting for day tasks such as finishing an assignment.
You can also hang multiple pendants above your rectangular table so the entire surface can be illuminated and also for aesthetics purpose.
Pendant in the Hallway
You can also hang pendants on the hallway or in the entryway. These lighting fixtures add drama and charm to those spaces. They cast interesting shadows while also providing illumination.
Where you need to light tall ceilings, be sure to hang the pendants at the right height. Hanging them high up could only lead to a confusing room. For lower ceilings, just use flush-mount lighting.
As for the hall, you have the choice to hang a series of like fixtures. This is a classic lighting technique that will provide a traditional look to your home. Keep the height at 8 feet so that there is ample clearance from the ceiling down to the floor.
Note also the doors and how they are opened. Make sure that there is ample clearance.
Pendants on the Stairwell
Pendant lights can also be hung in your stairwell. These will serve as a sculptural element in that area while providing the needed illumination.
Remember to hang the pendant light at a height that provides sufficient clearance for when you walk up or down the stairs. There must be no less than 18 to 24 inches of clearance. If there are tall family members, then make sure to adjust accordingly.
Pendant Above the Island
When you’re considering installing pendant light in the kitchen, then the best spot to put it is right above your beautiful kitchen island. This is an awesome way to provide ample task light while also enhancing your kitchen’s style.
The typical height for pendants is at 28 to 34 inches right above the countertop. Coming from the floor, there should be 72 inches, at the very least.
Yet another tip in hanging pendants above the peninsula or island is to hang them high enough so that you won’t be staring at lights when you’re standing.
Pendants at the Center and the Side
Pendant lighting is also beautiful when placed in the middle of a room such as in the case of the light above the coffee table. This will create drama while also being functional. Make sure that people won’t have to stoop just to walk under the pendant light.
Pendant lights can also be used by the side of a bed; instead of the usual bedside lamps, try these for a change. This is an effective way to illuminate the area especially in a room where there’s limited lighting.
Pendant in the Bathroom
The pendant light can also be used inside this room where it can replace the traditional sconces. Remember the basic rule which is to keep the lighting high enough so that you won’t hit it when you’re standing.
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Monday, October 10th, 2016
Lamps and Lighting Uttermost Pomodoro 1 Light Distressed Pendant 22088 is perfect for any rustic, modern or industrial setting.
Pendant lighting is being used by a lot of homes lately because it is extremely versatile. It comes in a variety of shapes, sizes and styles with each base, stem and light source offering a different look.
Pendants are best used when you want to have deliberate lighting at specific areas. They are also perfect for those dark corners in your home as well as adding depth to the design that you’ve chosen.
Pendant Lighting – Task or Decorative?
Pendant lights can be used as a task or decorative light. These provide downward and more focused lighting. Think of places like bedrooms and reading nooks. There are even some homeowners who are already replacing their bathroom vanity lights with pendant lights that have been strategically-placed. You might also want to use pendant lighting over the dining table and in your kitchen. You can install a row of pendants over a kitchen island.
Pendant Light Materials
Pendant lighting fixtures are artistic center pieces. These are not a new concept yet they have recently been revived and people are going crazy over the latest designs. Here are some of the most common materials used as pendant lighting –
Glass. Clear glass is beneficial because it would never overwhelm the design, it is just there to reflect the interior design theme. This material works great in just about any kind of room which is why it is considered to be most cost effective.
Glass pendants use acrylic or glass in order to maximize light output. This is a material that will give you a concentrated light, the kind that is best used for areas meant for specific tasks such as your home office.
There are also colorful glass pendants that can be used for decorative purposes.
Copper. Drop pendants in this material are a remarkable sight. Copper is considered edgy and modern, it could also be rustic because it is warmer than other metals. Use more than one copper pendant then group them together at varying length.
Fabric. This is the kind of pendant lighting that you should go for if you want to achieve a diffused light. The fabric shades would give off a softer glow, the kind of glow that could make a room look more romantic. Use fabric pendant lights over dining tables or kitchen islands.
Wanna entertain guests but you want to make sure that the place still looks cozy? Then fabric is the right choice for you.
Timber, Wicker, Etc. There are many other materials that can be used to create pendant lights. Timber is a wonderful choice for a softer, more rustic look. Wicker can also provide the same level of awe.
Lamps and Lighting Uttermost Molecule 5 Light Oil Rubbed Bronze Pendant 22058
Pendant Means Fashion
Home design trends now place pendant lighting at the fashion forefront. These lighting fixtures are now mainly bought because of their aesthetic value. There are pendant lights that look like flowers, sea grass, and just about any kind of art that you can think of. Many artisans spend time creating unique designs for pendant lighting.
Use pendant lights to decorate your home and make it look and feel more like you. Just imagine the charm and drama that pendant lights have provided for foyers, atriums and open-spaced rooms.
Look for the trendiest designs for your home. These lights can be a part of the ensemble that will anchor the rest of a room’s design. So go ahead and illuminate with pendant lights in a kids’ room, to cast a romantic glow in the master bedroom, to become like a task light in the office or library, or to welcome guests in your lovely living room.
Pendant lights are not just there to provide light anymore, they’re there also for show so maximize their lovely features to your advantage.
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Wednesday, January 27th, 2016
Living Room Uttermost Citographie Gray Linen Armchair 23168. This chair is made of hardwood and made perfect by craftsman detail right on the gray linen tailoring. See how the brass nails streamline the fabric trim giving the needed contrast to the solid oak bare frame.
Craftsman dwellings were inspired by architect brothers Henry Mather Greene and Charles Sumner Greene. These ingenious minds worked together during the 20th century in Pasadena, California. The Greenes were quite inspired by the English arts and crafts movement and Oriental architecture. In their own promoting handmade stuff rather than those created inside factories and were machine-made.
If you want to have a first-hand look at the beauty of craftsman design and architecture, you could visit Southern California where a few bungalows from 1905 till the 1920s still stand. You will surely love this style if you like things that may be old but have got a timeless appeal.
Characteristics to look for include gabled roofs, front porch, tapered columns, partly paned doors, multi-pane windows, and a lot of earthy colors.
Craftsman houses are typically painted in any nature-inspired color. You will see a lot of browns and greens. The low-profile homes often blend with their natural surroundings. The muted palette comprising of just one or two contrasting colors are used to highlight the breathtaking architectural features.
Regardless of the style that you choose for your home, keep in mind that painting an architectural feature with a contrasting color is an effective way to highlight such feature.
Another characteristic that is unique to a craftsman home is the stone detailing. See the mixture of different materials with the siding typically made of wooden clapboard. There are some that feature shingled siding as this was a pretty common style, too, back in the day. The foundations and porch piers are generally made of stone with some concrete block, bricks or stucco used at times.
Craftsman style also comes with roof eaves, exposed beams and rafter tails. All these reflect the influence made by the Arts and Crafts movement, thus, visible handiwork was featured and were considered in style.
Living Room Uttermost Ardusin Hobby Cupboard 25589 is made from select hardwoods. It is hand-finished in worn black. The mahogany dovetail bins are solid wood and are great for your any storage needs.
Democratic Mixing
Get a craftsman style book and mix materials that you can get your hands on. Think of cladding a little addition of brick or stone even when your home already has existing clapboard siding. The addition of exposed rafter tails or beams should not mean that you are supposed to reconstruct your home or even replace your roof. Such details are commonly decorative in nature and can be easily added below a home that already has deep roof eaves.
There is something inviting and warm about a craftsman home. It celebrates the fusion of building materials, lovely structures, and most especially, the 20th century architectural features.
So, how to begin?
Start with a view of some of the craftsman homes still in existence. Take note of the window detailing, those exposed rafters, the facade, stained glasses as decorative accents, and the overall warm glow of the place.
Consider also the kind of lighting used which mirror the exteriors. Find sconce and pendant lighting that will cast a warm, golden glow throughout a room. While this is the general rule when it comes to craftsman homes (warm lighting plus earthy colors), this does not mean that you can’t put your own personality into it. You can opt for the bright home approach where you balance the bright hues with the wooden accents which are the staple materials of a craftsman home.
Other colors that you can add to your palette are white and blue. Gray can also give your craftsman home a contemporary appeal. Include white wooden accent pieces, modern pendant lighting fixtures, and some contemporary art. The result is a comfortable and trimmed yet modern and posh at the same time.
Isn’t it fun to make historical homes appear modern inside? This can be your take on retro meets the contemporary look.Craftsman design is sure to captivate both young and old spectators.
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