Vintage lighting in a modern house? Why not! As long as they are rightly placed and improve the aesthetics. Updating your home with these old school lighting fixtures can be simple yet brilliant. Opting for antique lighting seems to be a perfect way to nod to the classic looks that these traditional forms of lighting offer while not going too overboard. While we do not recommend ripping out your plaster ceiling, use them to amp up illumination in your rooms or just to light a dark corridor in the most brilliant way. Here are few possible directions to consider.
Mid Century Chandeliers
Revamp dark and moody aesthetics with mid century chandeliers that can really throw wonders to your room décor. Go for bigger and bold styles for larger rooms to make them look more beautiful and functional. Those made up of mostly glass and have a sleek finishing for modern homes.
Vintage Lamps
When looking for antique lamps, always go for classic, old styles that give a bold look to your room. Vintage floor lamps should be placed beside a dining table to create subtle look and a romantic ambiance. To further enhance the traditional look of your room, choose tassels with bold patterns or decorative beads.
Shape of the Lamps
The size and shape of the lamps matters a lot especially when choosing antique lamps. While the breadth and length of the lamp are also important, those with bigger and bold bases are mostly preferred, especially if they are placed beside a table or bed.
Choosing Perfect Antique Lamps
It is best to choose vintage lamps based on the theme of your home décor. You can use almost any type of antique lamps for period and country style homes while still placing emphasis on the color and texture. Modern homes however require a lot of planning while placing vintage lamps and the perfect choice will be either Chinese or Japanese style lamps.
Mix and Match
A combination of several different lighting options would really create perfection rather than choosing blank lights in your home. Go for different sources of antique lights like a vintage table lamp or a mid-century chandelier or rustic wall scones to keep your home twinkling.
You can as well combine vintage and modern lighting by mixing and matching a vintage floor lamp with a modern chandelier or vice versa. You’ll sure be puzzled by the amazing looks that reflect the touch of modernity and antiquity.