dtpitt The light fixture was left over from previous owners. We live in a coastal area, so I'm also thinking of reupholstering the seats to "casual" them up.
Interiors International, Inc. You might think about slip covering them. It is a cool look for the beach. You can than change them out in the winter to just the chairs with a fun seat fabric.
A. Peltier Interiors That last bit of info helps. You really can do many things with the light fixture, but staying more traditional is the first step. Your furniture has a french country vide to it but being coastal you can add a little bit of that style into your fixture as well. Price point will make a difference too. Chandeliers can make a room so consider stretching your budget as afar as possible for the right tone.
"Salento" Six-Light Chandelier Regina Andrew Scalloped Wood Bead Chandelier Regina Andrew Rusted Arm Antique Chandelier with Shells-Small
Here are a few that I thought could add to your space. But again, I am not sure of a price point or size.
Scott Design, Inc. It looks like the table is offset in the space and that you need to walk past this dining area to get to another living area. You may want to consider a linear fixture that further defines a rectangular space within your open floor plan. Circa Lighting has their Flemish linear pendant. It is not bulky, it would work well with your furnishings and it is a quality fixture. I've worked with their products many times. circalighting.com
decoenthusiaste Capiz shells work well with a beach theme. There are expensive ready made shell lamps, but you might buy a second hand one and add your own shells.
Remya Warrior Designs Love the chandeliers with the beach theme posted by Peltier Interiors. They have the traditional casual look which goes with your existing furniture.
A. Peltier Interiors Thanks Remya warrior designs! I also LOVE the chandeliers posted by decoenthusiaste, I was trying to find some of those and came across some of the others I found instead.
tennisanyone I would paint the chairs to a more "coastal" color, recover the chairs, get a rug and a drum chandalier.
I like the paint color and would go more in that direction.
dtpitt Thanks for all the great feedback. Lots to think about. Don't want to go too overboard on the beach motif since this is a year round residence. I infuse beach life somewhat nonchalantly within the condo.
dtpitt Peltier: I was looking at the Salento piece on Horchow the other day. Like the neutral look of this piece. Unfortunately, anything that I seem to find is pretty big. That piece is 32" in diameter. I'm thinking I've got to stick more with something in the 23" range since the area, though open, is 13X8 and the table width is 42.
A. Peltier Interiors I see what your saying on size. I was actually concerned more about the height, the 'salento' looks tall to me. But I just did a quick measurement sketch. Although it is 32" wide its very 'light' looking so I am not so concerned. Plus it is not as wide or wider than your table. I like a statement chandelier in a room. Whether it is a huge pendant or an amazing chandelier, I think if you like that 'salento' the width would work out because it is so delicate looking. Plus it will help for the length of your table to have something 32". Chandeliers can be tricky because you cannot really measure them and visualize them in the space as easily as some other furniture pieces. What is the current size of that pendant you have now?
A. Peltier Interiors when you have a moment can you take additional photos? One looking straight on from the side and another from the end. That way I can visualize a little better how big a 32" chandelier would look over the table. Thanks!
Apartment 46 for the Home Great ideas you're getting! Lighting is something we specialize in and just reading what you've written that you're really not trying to be totally thematic but you want a bit of a beach vibe, here is what immediately comes to mind when I see your space, all at really great price points. Don't let the store name fool you, I've put a ton of their lighting in high end homes with excellent results:
Architectural Antiques We've got some awesome chandeliers and fixtures, check out archantiques.com. I'll post a few that I think would look great in your space, but you should check out our other inventory as well. Good luck!
Scott Design, Inc. You have said your dining space is 8’x13’ with a 42” wide table. Lighting industry standards recommend a 21” chandelier. And if that doesn’t look quite right, then another guideline says no wider than 50% the size of the table or no less than 10” between it and the side of the table. When determining distance to the table hang 28”-36” above it and no closer to a wall than 48” on and on and on.
With all this being said, the best determination of placement and size is the desired outcome. In your case, you do not have a spacious, isolated room where designers have a broader opportunity for creative placement and styling. Your decision will affect your entire living area. Do you want the chandelier to be a prominent focal point and light source for the overall living space? Or, do you want it to help in defining the 8’x13’ dining area with minimal influence on other spaces? How intimate do you want your dining experience to be? How do you want to react when you are standing next to it or sitting under it relative to line of sight and bulk? Each outcome requires a different fixture size and location. After you have had time to consider and answer these questions, then you will be in a better position to select the appropriate fixture.
"Salento" Six-Light Chandelier
Regina Andrew Scalloped Wood Bead Chandelier
Regina Andrew Rusted Arm Antique Chandelier with Shells-Small
Here are a few that I thought could add to your space. But again, I am not sure of a price point or size.
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I like the paint color and would go more in that direction.
http://www.lampsplus.com/products/george-kovacs-alecia-39-s-necklace-18-inch-wide-chandelier__t0023.html
http://www.lampsplus.com/products/forecast-alexis-satin-nickel-3-light-rectangular-chandelier__g8823.html
http://www.lampsplus.com/products/artcraft-morocco-23-inch-wide-chrome-pendant-light__t2017.html
http://www.lampsplus.com/products/brandon-collection-3-light-polished-silver-pendant__g3449.html
With all this being said, the best determination of placement and size is the desired outcome. In your case, you do not have a spacious, isolated room where designers have a broader opportunity for creative placement and styling. Your decision will affect your entire living area. Do you want the chandelier to be a prominent focal point and light source for the overall living space? Or, do you want it to help in defining the 8’x13’ dining area with minimal influence on other spaces? How intimate do you want your dining experience to be? How do you want to react when you are standing next to it or sitting under it relative to line of sight and bulk? Each outcome requires a different fixture size and location. After you have had time to consider and answer these questions, then you will be in a better position to select the appropriate fixture.