Mid-Century Modern: Lighting (36 of Our Favorites & Everything You Need To Know)
Mid-Century Modern week is in full swing, and we’ve already covered the history of the style, as well as our furniture recommendations to get the look. Today we’re giving you all the info you need on lighting.
There’s no shortage of all types of Mid-Century lighting. From chandeliers to sconces to table and floor lamps, the assortment and options that truly work in this style are pretty endless. After all, this style is among the most popular today, and these types of lighting options can work in so many different design styles. But, what do you look for when searching for lighting?
Today we are here to share the details that define Mid-Century lighting and some of our brightest ideas (get it?) for shopping this style.
If you missed our posts earlier this week, be sure to check out What is Mid-Century Modern? and Mid-Century Modern: Furniture. And for those of you that might be saying, “Nah, Mid-Century isn’t for me…” Well, keep scrolling because Mid-Century IS FOR YOU and is a style that blends well with almost every other style. It’s neutral, iconic, and graphic making it the perfect type of lighting for just about every space.
Design: Gamfratesi
CHANDELIERS & PENDANTS
WHAT YOU’ll SEE
- Brass, chrome and black
- Round and curved shapes
- Metal shades
- Glass globes
- Multiple lights
- “Bubble” design
WHAT YOU WON’T SEE
- Chain link
- Ornate designs
- Candleabra style bulbs or lights
- Pleated or patterned fabric shades
- Rough metal or ironwork
Photo: DWR
1. Plaza Natural Brass Chandelier | 2. Halterman 2-Light Pendant | 3. Yearby 1-Light Single Globe Pendant | 4. 21 Inch Ceiling Pendant | 5. Karson 1-Light Teardrop Pendant | 6. Mid Century Conical Pendant Lamp | 7. Ross 8 Bulb Chandelier | 8. Mobile Chandelier | 9. Ellis 1-Light Large Pendant | 10. Satellite Ceiling Light Fixture | 11. Cullen Pendant | 12. Single Globe Pendant
Design: Rob Kennon Architects
WALL SCONCES
WHAT YOU’ll SEE
- Brass, chrome and black
- Metal shades
- Perforated metal
- Long, delicate arms with megal shades or exposed bulbs
- Hourglass and cone shape
WHAT YOU WON’T SEE
- Overly complicated designs
- Square shapes
- Lots of detail
1. Rivet Mid-Century Swiveling Sconce | 2. Grady 1-Light Armed Sconce | 3. Brass Nook Pivoting Wall Sconce | 4. Abrams Double Sconce | 5. Isaac Plug-In Sconce | 6. 2 Light Wall Light | 7. Chelsea Double Sconce | 8. Linnton Wall Sconce | 9. Simon Wall Sconce | 10. Kordan LED Wall Sconce | 11. Valmonte 1-Light LED Armed Sconce | 12. Allegheny Indoor/Outdoor LED Sconce
Shop The Look: Wall Lighting
TABLE & FLOOR LAMPS
WHAT YOU’ll SEE
- Brass, chrome and black metal
- Round and arched shapes
- Wood, metal and ceramic bases
- Tripod legs
- Fabric shades
- Multiple lights
WHAT YOU WON’T SEE
- Chunky bases
- Sharp angles
- Distressed or antiqued metals
1. Donna Table Lamp | 2. Metal Table Lamp | 3. Ada II White Table Lamp | 4. Arched Floor Lamp | 5. Bella Table Lamp | 6. Globe Head Floor Lamp | 7. Marie Table Lamp | 8. Shany Floor Lamp | 9. Audrey Coulee Desk Lamp | 10. Studio Floor Lamp | 11. Modernist Table Lamp | 12. Trio Floor Lamp
Design: Gamfratesi
Is there ever a cute/stylish way to include a ceiling fan?
That’s a great question Jen. We’ve got some posts coming up that will address this. Thanks for reading!
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