3 unique lighting styles you can add to your home

The chandelier is inspired by the light fixtures by Lindsey Adelman but was a reproduction created in China, said homeowner Elizabeth Cook.

In the sunroom, a sputnik light found on eBay is paired with Edison-style light bulbs the homeowners purchased at 1000Bulbs.com.

Textured details include the basket-shaped light fixture in the sunroom.

In the kitchen, textured decor items include the basket lights and wall hanging, all from Scott Antique Market. Text by Lori Johnston/Fast Copy News Service. (Christopher Oquendo Photography)

The movie set lights fit with the surreal nature of the home, which is an East Lake landmark dating to 1910. Plus, the architect of the home later designed Atlanta's Fox Theatre. "To some degree, the house is grand. I felt it kind of went with the fact that you do feel like you step into this fairy tale in the house," said homeowner Angela Fusaro.

A baby grand piano, chandelier from Lighting Loft and bursts of red against gray walls add drama to the music nook overlooking the city.

A pair of star lights from Scott Antique Markets cast a stained glass-like effect in Brandon Hancock's daughter's bedroom. "They fit perfectly," he said. "At night they give off a really good shadow, which is really cool."

A large four-poster bed is the focal point of Michael and Jenniffer Marblestone’s master bedroom. The light streaming in through the windows and the airy color palette in the space give the room a spa-like vibe. “It’s very relaxing and very minimal,” said Jenniffer. The Filipino chandelier above the bed holds a special place in Jenniffer’s heart due to her Filipino heritage. Text by Shannon Dominy. Photo by Reynolds Rogers.

The renovated master bathroom mixes modern and vintage styles. The pendant light above the tub is from Ikea. Dual vanities were added in the 2013 renovation, which also included a custom closet by California Closets.

Lucia Gravel wanted a loft bed in her new room, her parents said,and this one from Ikea filled the bill. The charcoal, black and white colors are modern but not sterile, with the help of plants and strands of twinkle lights.

Blue glass pendants from Lighting Loft contrast with bright yellow kitchen walls.

A pendant light from Capital Lighting adds a sculptural touch to the foyer. The Emily Harris painting brings depth to the entry.

Aluminum frame Soho bar stools from Trinity Mercantile & Design by Neuvo Living give the kitchen a touch of industrial style. The glass pendant lights from Progressive Lighting above the marble island help create a cohesive look because they are like pendants over the sink and in the master suite. The perimeter countertops are leathered Black Pearl granite from Construction Resources.

The Wares selected most of the light fixtures in their home from their builder, Ashton Woods. The three-light burnished silver pendants over the island in their kitchen are the exception; those they picked out and purchased from Houzz.

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The chandelier is inspired by the light fixtures by Lindsey Adelman but was a reproduction created in China, said homeowner Elizabeth Cook.

By Kiersten Willis

May 5, 2021

When it comes to lighting your home, you don’t always have to stick to tried-and-true methods.

While floor lamps and recessed lighting are good stand-bys, why not shake things up with some non-traditional lights?

5 ways you can add color to your home that don’t involve paint

LoveProperty lists over 50 ways you can stylishly add lighting to the rooms in your home. Here are three ideas to help get you started.

Some people buy Himalayan salt lamps as decoration while others believe they have health benefits.

Himalayan salt lamp

These lamps give a warm glow to a space.

“Himalayan pink salt lamps can still have an artistic look even when they aren’t on!” Wayfair said. “While the glow of Himalayan salt lamps might be a nice addition to your home’s overall lighting scheme in the evenings, pink Himalayan salt lamps make for great decorations throughout the day as well. When you don’t need a lamp option, a Himalayan salt rock will look like a natural stone decoration adorning your home.”

Since LED lights are battery-operated, you can place them anywhere.

LED strip lights

There are many benefits to LED strip lights. In addition to the colorful glow they offer, they’re flexible. You can cut them down to the desired size and they’re easy to install. Just use durable tape and they’ll remain attached to a variety of surfaces, according to Luxx Light Technology.

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The Country Chicken Wire Touch Lamps come in black and ivory.

Chicken-wire lamps

Lighting doesn’t just add brightness to your home — it can also add texture. For a rustic, farmhouse touch, a chicken wire lampshade can be a good option. Readers of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution can get two Country Chicken Wire Touch Lamps from The Lakeside Collection on sale for $39.99.

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About the Author

Kiersten Willis

Kiersten Willis is a native advertising specialist at the AJC.

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