Chandeliers

Modern chandeliers suit rooms you might not expect. A sleek geometric design above a kitchen island, a beaded chandelier in a bedroom, or a statement piece in a bathroom (with appropriate IP rating) all add a layer of surprise and sophistication. Scale is critical: a chandelier that's too small disappears, while one that's too large overwhelms. In rooms with standard 240 cm ceilings, choose fixtures that hang no more than 50 cm from the ceiling to preserve headroom. For higher ceilings, you have more freedom to go taller.

Size the chandelier to roughly one-half to two-thirds the width of the table below it. In rooms without a table, add the room's length and width in metres and multiply by 7 for the fixture diameter in centimetres. Hang the bottom of the chandelier 75–85 cm above a dining table. Budget £100–£300 for well-designed modern styles, £300–£800 for designer pieces, and £500–£2,000+ for crystal or handmade artisan fixtures. Always check the ceiling fixture's weight rating before ordering a heavy chandelier.