Kitchen Lighting
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Dunbar Mini Pendant Light
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Macauley Mini Pendant light
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Park Avenue LED Pendant Light
dweLEDNo reviewsOriginal price $229.00 - Original price $369.00Original price$229.00$229.00 - $369.00Current price $229.00Product Overview Sleek sophistication takes a turn toward minimalism as the Park Avenue LED Pendant Light from dweLED showcases an easy elegance. T...
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Wright Mini Pendant Light
Savoy HouseNo reviewsOriginal price $138.00 - Original price $138.00Original price$138.00$138.00 - $138.00Current price $138.00Product Overview Simplicity speaks to the most basic of strength in design, bringing an easy elegance to the Wright Mini Pendant Light from Savoy H...
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Roest Mini Pendant Light
GraypantsNo reviewsOriginal price $350.00 - Original price $385.00Original price$350.00$350.00 - $385.00Current price $350.00Product Overview A nod to the basics embraces the bold, dramatic impact of a light fixture with a no-nonsense aesthetic. The Roest Mini Pendant Lig...
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Mixed Up LED Mini Pendant Light
George KovacsNo reviewsOriginal price $229.95 - Original price $229.95Original price$229.95$229.95 - $229.95Current price $229.95Product Overview Soft curves and gorgeous materials create compelling sophistication for the Mixed Up LED Mini Pendant Light from George Kovacs. Di...
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Arden Mini Pendant Light
Z-LiteNo reviewsOriginal price $182.00 - Original price $224.00Original price$182.00$182.00 - $224.00Current price $182.00Product Overview An expressive vibe with signature glam style creates a decadent look in a contemporary space as the Arden Mini Pendant Light from ...
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Beau Mini Pendant Light
Z-LiteNo reviewsOriginal price $118.00 - Original price $152.00Original price$118.00$118.00 - $152.00Current price $118.00Product Overview Dreamy elegance takes shape in a modest linear silhouette as the Beau Mini Pendant Light from Z-Lite offers a chic source of accen...
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Counterpoint Pendant Light
Z-LiteNo reviewsOriginal price $134.00 - Original price $666.00Original price$134.00$134.00 - $666.00Current price $134.00Product Overview Choose simplicity with inherent sophistication as you add a source of ambient lighting to a compact space. Clean lines and a circu...
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Alumina Sphere V Mini Pendant Light
TalaNo reviewsOriginal price $170.00 - Original price $170.00Original price$170.00$170.00 - $170.00Current price $170.00Product Overview Immediate light effects begin before the festive orb bulb is turned on, adding a delicious motif to a simplicity-inspired casual s...
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Basalt Mini Pendant Light
TalaNo reviewsOriginal price $250.00 - Original price $275.00Original price$250.00$250.00 - $275.00Current price $250.00Product Overview Simplicity borrows from an artisan delicacy with a glam touch in lighting a compact space. A geometric silhouette goes hexagonal a...
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Enno Mini Pendant Light
TalaNo reviewsOriginal price $145.00 - Original price $180.00Original price$145.00$145.00 - $180.00Current price $145.00Product Overview The Enno Mini Pendant Light from Tala delivers simple style with an enhanced bit of elegance, ideal for a casual space. Metal acce...
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Enno Mini Plug-In Pendant Light
TalaNo reviewsOriginal price $175.00 - Original price $175.00Original price$175.00$175.00 - $175.00Current price $175.00Product Overview Keeping it simple and stylish, the Enno Mini Plug-In Pendant Light from Tala minimizes installation efforts as it provides a sleek...
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Gaia Mini Pendant Light
TalaNo reviewsOriginal price $109.00 - Original price $109.00Original price$109.00$109.00 - $109.00Current price $109.00Product Overview Raw aesthetics revisit a romantic industrial era to create lighting with surprising personality. The Gaia Mini Pendant Light from ...
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Gaia Mini Plug-In Pendant Light
TalaNo reviewsOriginal price $139.00 - Original price $139.00Original price$139.00$139.00 - $139.00Current price $139.00Product Overview Portability offers a valuable feature to the Gaia Mini Plug-In Pendant Light from Tala, skipping the need for hard-wiring and allo...
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Noma Mini Pendant Light
TalaNo reviewsOriginal price $145.00 - Original price $180.00Original price$145.00$145.00 - $180.00Current price $145.00Product Overview Easy style fits modern décor schemes in contemporary spaces in need of low-key ambient illumination. The Noma Mini Pendant Light f...
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Noma Mini Plug-In Pendant Light
TalaNo reviewsOriginal price $175.00 - Original price $175.00Original price$175.00$175.00 - $175.00Current price $175.00Product Overview The Noma Mini Plug-In Pendant Light from Tala offers sheer convenience as well as a sophisticated design aesthetic, perfect for mo...
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Oblo Mini Pendant Light
TalaNo reviewsOriginal price $145.00 - Original price $180.00Original price$145.00$145.00 - $180.00Current price $145.00Product Overview Stay true to a sensible minimalist motif with the Oblo Mini Pendant Light from Tala and ensure a source of energy-efficient ambien...
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Oblo Mini Plug-In Pendant Light
TalaNo reviewsOriginal price $175.00 - Original price $175.00Original price$175.00$175.00 - $175.00Current price $175.00Product Overview Plenty of options for placement and configuration boost the Oblo Plug-In Pendant Light from Tala to the top of a list of possibili...
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Oval Mini Pendant Light
TalaNo reviewsOriginal price $145.00 - Original price $180.00Original price$145.00$145.00 - $180.00Current price $145.00Product Overview Embrace a bit of glam in simplicity as the Oval Mini Pendant Light from Tala makes the most of a minimalist vibe. This energy-savi...
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Oval Mini Plug-In Pendant Light
TalaNo reviewsOriginal price $175.00 - Original price $175.00Original price$175.00$175.00 - $175.00Current price $175.00Product Overview Fashionable simplicity based on minimalist vibes create a fresh look in lighting. The Oval Mini Plug-In Pendant Light from Tala ad...
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Sphere IV Mini Pendant Light
TalaNo reviewsOriginal price $140.00 - Original price $180.00Original price$140.00$140.00 - $180.00Current price $140.00Product Overview The impact of an oversized yet delicate glass bulb speaks volumes about a minimalist expression in lighting suited to a host of se...
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Sphere IV Mini Plug-In Pendant Light
TalaNo reviewsOriginal price $170.00 - Original price $175.00Original price$170.00$170.00 - $175.00Current price $170.00Product Overview Cheerful aesthetics are also easy and fuss-free, taking advantage of a plug-and-play feature that makes the Sphere IV Mini Plug-In...
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Squirrel Cage Mini Pendant Light
TalaNo reviewsOriginal price $100.00 - Original price $100.00Original price$100.00$100.00 - $100.00Current price $100.00Product Overview Dabble in industrial-influenced personality with a light fixture designed to inspire. The Squirrel Cage Mini Pendant Light from Ta...
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Squirrel Cage Mini Plug-In Pendant Light
TalaNo reviewsOriginal price $130.00 - Original price $130.00Original price$130.00$130.00 - $130.00Current price $130.00Product Overview With a hint of industrial farmhouse style, the Squirrel Cage Plug-In Mini Pendant Light from Tala puts minimalist design on full d...
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Voronoi I Mini Pendant Light
TalaNo reviewsOriginal price $155.00 - Original price $190.00Original price$155.00$155.00 - $190.00Current price $155.00Product Overview The crisp industrial style of the Voronoi I Mini Pendant Light from Tala translates well in modern spaces. Its intriguing exposed ...
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Voronoi I Mini Plug-In Pendant Light
TalaNo reviewsOriginal price $185.00 - Original price $185.00Original price$185.00$185.00 - $185.00Current price $185.00Product Overview The Voronoi I Mini Plug-In Pendant Light from Tala offers a worthy alternative to hard-wired fixtures, allowing for flexibility in...
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Voronoi II Mini Pendant Light
TalaNo reviewsOriginal price $180.00 - Original price $215.00Original price$180.00$180.00 - $215.00Current price $180.00Product Overview Irregular silhouetting stands out to offer a quirky yet sophisticated motif as the Voronoi II Mini Pendant Light from Tala turns b...
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Voronoi II Mini Plug-In Pendant Light
TalaNo reviewsOriginal price $210.00 - Original price $210.00Original price$210.00$210.00 - $210.00Current price $210.00Product Overview An alluring shape adds elegance to a proprietary glass bulb that highlights this simple yet artisan light source that does away wi...
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Divine LED Mini Pendant Light
SchonbekNo reviewsOriginal price $995.00 - Original price $1,295.00Original price$995.00$995.00 - $1,295.00Current price $995.00Product Overview The refinement of a gorgeous goblet meets the rugged beauty of a geode in this Divine LED Mini Pendant Light from Schonbek. Smooth...
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Eva LED Mini Pendant Light
SchonbekNo reviewsOriginal price $1,795.00 - Original price $1,845.00Original price$1,795.00$1,795.00 - $1,845.00Current price $1,795.00Product Overview Smooth meets rugged in the juxtaposing of textures that enliven the Eva LED Mini Pendant Light from Schonbek. A truly eye-catching...
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Flora LED Mini Pendant Light
SchonbekNo reviewsOriginal price $2,195.00 - Original price $2,245.00Original price$2,195.00$2,195.00 - $2,245.00Current price $2,195.00Product Overview Elegant angles and smooth curves create a stylish silhouette while meticulously arranged crystals and pearls create dynamic textur...
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Serenity LED Mini Pendant Light
SchonbekNo reviewsOriginal price $1,595.00 - Original price $1,645.00Original price$1,595.00$1,595.00 - $1,645.00Current price $1,595.00Product Overview Faceted crystal adornments create a crescent moon effect for the Serenity LED Mini Pendant Light from Schonbek. The open ring desi...
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Solan LED Mini Pendant Light
SchonbekNo reviewsOriginal price $895.00 - Original price $895.00Original price$895.00$895.00 - $895.00Current price $895.00Product Overview Fluidity is the name of the design game driving elegance in outdoor lighting. The Solan LED Mini Pendant Light from Schonbek borro...
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Tryst LED Pendant Light
SchonbekNo reviewsOriginal price $695.00 - Original price $695.00Original price$695.00$695.00 - $695.00Current price $695.00Product Overview Simple silhouetting belies the ultra-glam character in a light fixture created to impress. Rectangular shapes present a minimalist...
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Fazzoletto LED Pendant Light
SchonbekNo reviewsOriginal price $995.00 - Original price $995.00Original price$995.00$995.00 - $995.00Current price $995.00Product Overview From a jewelry box to a living space, decadence sparkles with artisan elegance as the Fazzoletto LED Pendant Light from Schonbek t...
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Strapped LED Pendant Light
SchonbekNo reviewsOriginal price $1,395.00 - Original price $1,395.00Original price$1,395.00$1,395.00 - $1,395.00Current price $1,395.00Product Overview Glam takes on an Art Deco feel with dramatic consequences as the Strapped LED Pendant Light from Schonbek becomes a piece of glam ...
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Brooklyn 02 Double Shade Mini Pendant Light
Hubbardton ForgeNo reviewsOriginal price $569.80 - Original price $569.80Original price$569.80$569.80 - $569.80Current price $569.80Product Overview The Brooklyn 02 Double Shade Mini Pendant Light from Hubbardton Forge offers a delightfully chic and sassy look with a mix of mode...
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Brooklyn 05 Double Shade Mini Pendant Light
Hubbardton ForgeNo reviewsOriginal price $569.80 - Original price $569.80Original price$569.80$569.80 - $569.80Current price $569.80Product Overview When nooks and reading corners benefit from illumination, the Brooklyn 05 Double Shade Mini Pendant Light from Hubbardton Forge is...
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Brooklyn 10 Double Shade Mini Pendant Light
Hubbardton ForgeNo reviewsOriginal price $569.80 - Original price $569.80Original price$569.80$569.80 - $569.80Current price $569.80Product Overview The Brooklyn 10 Double Shade Mini Pendant Light from Hubbardton Forge blends a tasteful and charming aesthetic with welcomed illum...
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Brooklyn 14 Double Shade Mini Pendant Light
Hubbardton ForgeNo reviewsOriginal price $569.80 - Original price $569.80Original price$569.80$569.80 - $569.80Current price $569.80Product Overview Make sure you’re set for accent lighting in a nook or reading corner with an artisan fixture reflecting a mix of old and new. The ...
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Brooklyn 20 Double Shade Mini Pendant Light
Hubbardton ForgeNo reviewsOriginal price $569.80 - Original price $569.80Original price$569.80$569.80 - $569.80Current price $569.80Product Overview Take a jaunt into retro times with an artful and charming light fixture perfect for nooks and reading spaces. The Brooklyn 20 Doub...
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Brooklyn 82 Double Shade Mini Pendant Light
Hubbardton ForgeNo reviewsOriginal price $569.80 - Original price $569.80Original price$569.80$569.80 - $569.80Current price $569.80Product Overview Classic Art Deco style delivers modern sensibility to a transitional space. This chic metal fixture features a two-part domed shad...
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Brooklyn 84 Double Shade Mini Pendant Light
Hubbardton ForgeNo reviewsOriginal price $569.80 - Original price $569.80Original price$569.80$569.80 - $569.80Current price $569.80Product Overview Diminutive in size but a giant in design standards, the Brooklyn 84 Double Shade Mini Pendant Light from Hubbardton Forge reflects...
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Brooklyn 85 Double Shade Mini Pendant Light
Hubbardton ForgeNo reviewsOriginal price $569.80 - Original price $569.80Original price$569.80$569.80 - $569.80Current price $569.80Product Overview Lose yourself in the delicacy of a wind chime motif with metal construction adding a bit of industrial charm. The Brooklyn 85 Doub...
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Brooklyn 86 Double Shade Mini Pendant Light
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Brooklyn 89 Double Shade Mini Pendant Light
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Brooklyn Double Shade Art Glass Mini Pendant Light
Hubbardton ForgeNo reviewsOriginal price $613.80 - Original price $613.80Original price$613.80$613.80 - $613.80Current price $613.80Product Overview Chic Art Deco style reflects a touch of modern and a bit of retro as the Brooklyn Double Shade Art Glass Mini Pendant Light from H...
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Modern Kitchen Lighting for Every Style
Task lighting in a kitchen is essential for specific activities like chopping, cooking, and reading recipes. Strategically placed fixtures such as undercabinet lights and pendant lights not only enhance visibility but also contribute to a well-lit, functional workspace. Additionally, ambient lighting plays a vital role, creating an inviting atmosphere by illuminating the entire kitchen space, making it conducive for socializing and entertaining guests. The combination of task and ambient lighting ensures a harmonious blend of practicality and aesthetic charm in a modern kitchen.
Essential Kitchen Lighting Fixtures
Pendant Lighting: Pendant lights are excellent for adding elegance and focus to kitchen spaces, especially over islands and dining areas. Their downward illumination provides task lighting, making them ideal for food preparation and cooking. Pendant lights work well in various kitchen layouts, but they particularly thrive in open-concept kitchens where they can act as both functional lighting and a stylish statement piece.
Mini Pendants: Similar to pendant lights but smaller in size, mini pendants are perfect for more modest kitchen spaces. When grouped together, they create a stylish and coordinated look, making them well-suited for compact kitchens or those with lower ceilings. Mini pendants can effectively illuminate smaller work areas or add ambient lighting to specific zones.
Chandeliers: Chandeliers add a touch of luxury to a kitchen and can act as a grand centerpiece, especially in open-plan spaces that include a dining area. Their ornate designs make them suitable for larger kitchens with higher ceilings, where they can enhance the overall aesthetic while providing ambient lighting for both cooking and dining areas.
Linear Suspensions: Ideal for modern kitchens, linear suspensions offer uniform lighting over rectangular areas like long kitchen islands and countertops. Their sleek design complements contemporary kitchen layouts, providing both style and functionality. Linear suspensions are particularly effective in open-concept kitchens, where they can define spaces and create a cohesive lighting scheme.
Wall Lights: Wall lights in the kitchen add additional layers of light, enhancing the ambiance and complementing other light sources. They are versatile and can work well in various kitchen layouts, providing accent lighting or filling in areas where pendant or ceiling lights may not reach. Wall lights are especially beneficial in kitchens with limited ceiling space or where a softer, indirect light is desired.
Table Lamps: While unconventional for kitchens, table lamps and portable lamps can add a cozy, homey touch to kitchen countertops or open shelves. They work well in kitchens with designated reading or relaxation corners, providing a warm and inviting atmosphere. Table lamps contribute to a more personalized and comfortable kitchen environment, breaking away from the traditional utilitarian lighting approach.
Recessed Lighting: Recessed lighting offers a sleek and unobtrusive look, providing ambient light that seamlessly blends with the ceiling. It benefits kitchens with modern or minimalist designs, offering an uncluttered aesthetic. Recessed lights are versatile and suitable for various kitchen layouts, including those with lower ceilings where pendant lights might not be practical.
Undercabinet Lighting: Essential for task lighting, undercabinet lights illuminate countertops, making food preparation easier and safer. They are particularly beneficial in kitchens with ample cabinetry, ensuring that workspaces are well-lit. Undercabinet lighting is crucial in galley kitchens or those with limited natural light, enhancing visibility and creating a more functional cooking environment.
Strategic Placement of Kitchen Lighting Fixtures
When selecting kitchen lighting, consider the size of your kitchen and the height of your ceilings. Larger kitchens with high ceilings might benefit from grander fixtures like chandeliers or large pendants, while smaller kitchens could look great with mini pendants or flush mount ceiling lights. The style of the fixtures should complement the overall design of your kitchen, whether it’s modern, traditional, industrial or farmhouse.
The placement of kitchen lighting should focus on balancing ambiance with functionality. Pendant lights and chandeliers should hang approximately 30-36 inches above kitchen islands or tables. Mini pendants can be grouped or spaced out, depending on the size of the area they are illuminating.
Linear suspensions are most effective when centered over islands or counters, hanging at a height that provides ample light without obstructing views. Wall lights can be placed to highlight architectural features or artworks.
Recessed lighting should be evenly distributed to avoid shadows, focusing on work areas for efficient task lighting. Undercabinet lighting should be installed directly above the work area to provide direct light without glare or shadows.