5 Pendant Lighting Ideas to Brighten Your Space

With the multitude of lighting fixtures available, it's easy to get lost in choices. Enter the simple pendant light: hung on a cord from the ceiling, the pendant light can provide lots of light while looking great too. The pendant light can work in just about any space, and they can be hung in groups to provide even more lighting.

There are many different styles of pendant light, from the farmhouse-friendly lantern to the retro-inspired Sputnik chandelier. And of course, there's the classic black metal pendant light too. Keep reading to learn about different pendant lighting ideas for all kinds of spaces and styles.

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Go Geometric

Looking to add some angles to an otherwise soft space? Add a geometric pendant light. A pendant light that's surrounded by a square or trapezoidal cage provides an easy modern touch to any room.

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Try All Natural

                                                                                                     Boho-Chic Jute Ambience Pendant Light

A pendant light sheathed in reeds or wicker can bring in a tropical or bohemian touch to the room, especially in an airy, colorful space. For a subtler earthy look, pick a woven wicker rather than a grassy-looking texture.

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Try a Minimalist Look

Forgo any lamp shades or covers entirely and pick a pendant light that's just the bulbs. This stark modern look works well in mid-century style homes or ultra-contemporary spaces.

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Go for Tall and Skinny

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Not all pendant lights need to be some form of a circle—they can be narrow cylinders too. A narrower pendant light looks best alongside other narrow pendant lights, or as a standalone light fixture in a small hallway or half-bath.

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Don't Forget Candles

Modern Industrial Forged-Iron Pendant Light

Not only can pendant lights provide the traditional bulb-and-socket style light, but they can also provide a faux-candle style light. This style of pendant light makes your living room feel 10x cozier, but without having to worry about any kind of live flame.


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