What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the word chandelier? For many people, images of galas, stately dinner parties and scenes from Titanic come to mind.
Well, for the longest time, you would be right to think that way. Chandeliers, in concept, used to be reserved for those who wanted to put their affluence on display any way they could.
What about those who want to design a house that makes visitors at ease and not overly cautious to touch anything?
Modern chandelier designs have done away with the strings of Swarovski crystal and have replaced them with artistic and experimental elements.
This is not to say that elegant crystal chandeliers
Contemporary chandeliers range in design from the simple to the elaborate. This 15-light chandelier boasts bold metalwork in an oil-rubbed bronze finish and amber-tinted glass.
A chandelier like this one would compliment a dining room that was designed with deep, rich woods and walls painted with warm hues.
When shopping for a modern chandelier, avoid the traps of overly trendy designs and look for more innovative works that have lasting appeal. After all, chandeliers are typically the first thing to be noticed and sets the mood for everything else.