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Inspiring Options for a Beautiful Kitchen
{Kitchen by Giannetti Architects featuring Yoke Pendants and New York Subway Flush Mounts}
It’s no secret that kitchens benefit as much from beautiful lighting as any other room. More and more, kitchens are becoming gathering places for family and friends and often serve as the nerve center of one’s home. Shouldn’t the room in which you charge your batteries with your morning coffee, recount the day’s events with your children, and lovingly prepare meals for your family feature beautiful lighting? Many of the nation’s top designers turn to Circa Lighting when designing kitchens. There are countless options for any style whether you veer towards the traditional, eclectic, or glamorous. Let’s go over some popular options and designer favorites:
{Kitchen Designed by Erika Powell}
{Kitchen Designed by Giannetti Architects}
{Kitchen Designed by J. Randall Powers}
{Image Credit: Urban Home Magazine}
2. Country Industrial Pendant: This is another classic pendant that is frequently used in pairs. It features a slightly more relaxed look than the Yoke and is available in two sizes in a variety of finishes with the option of metal or white glass shades.
{Images via The Polished Pebble}
{Image Credit: Style at Home Magazine}
{Image via Cote de Texas}
4. Hicks Pendant: The Hicks Pendant is another statement-making pendant that is popular with design lovers. It is a bold fixture that can anchor a room.
And finally, a few slightly less traditional, but fabulous options for any kitchen!
{Boston Functional Library Lamp and Boston Functional Pendant}
{Boston Functional Light- Image Credit: House Beautiful}
{Flanders Pendants as seen in the March 2010 issue of Interiors Magazine}
{Square Flush Mount Ceiling Lights as featured in ELLE DÉCOR}
When designing your kitchen, remember that lighting is an extremely important element. It can define the style of the room and set the tone for it. Which of the featured lighting options is your favorite? Which kitchen did you like the most?
