skip to main content

Home Decorating Lighting Design Dilemma

Coordinating lamps

2 years ago

I just ordered a sectional for my living room. I don’t have a picture yet. I’m thinking about lamps. The sectional has a space in the corner where I can put a floor lamp. I’m also putting a table lamp on the left side. On the right side, I’d also like to have a floor lamp. First photo is the table lamp I’d like to buy (the picture cuts off some of the shade). The second photo is a floor lamp I like. The shade looks different in the photo, but the description of the color/texture is the same. The floor lamp comes with two lamps. One option is to put one lamp on the right arm, and the other behind the corner of the sectional (this is the long side of the sectional). The other option is to use just one of the two lamps on the right, and put an arc lamp in the corner. Third picture is an arc lamp I’ve seen. But then the arc lamp will have a different color shad. Is it if for shades to not match?

Sort by:Oldest

Comments (9)

Marci
Original Author
2 years ago
Sorry, last sentence should say “Is it ok for shades not to match?”
cawaps
2 years ago
I only see two of your photos; the 2nd isn't showing.

Also, I'm totally not following the layout and where you are talking about putting the lamps. Maybe a quick sketch showing the sectional layout with possible lamp positions marked as A, B, C.

I don't think shades have to match, but as with a lot of things, whether two different shades will work together depends on the details--what color, shape, and style the shades are.
Related Discussions
Master Bedroom Pics - Help Needed
Q
Comments (36)
Can someone please tell me how it got to be July 7th? I never thought a month could go by so fast! Anyway.. I was able to find an adorable upholstered headboard at Target! Color choices were limited, but they had one called Khaki, which sounded promising given my khaki skirt and walls. Unfortunately, their Khaki was much pinker than mine.. so I changed out the bedskirt to another target Taupe.. I think it looks decent, what do you all think? And, while I was at Target, I foung this cute black and white/cream quilt.. thought I would see how that looked.. and I like that as well! Before I go with it, and buy more black accents (such as table topper, curtains, etc.. I thought I would ask you all your opinions please? (I moved the black chest over as Les suggested, but I can't move the bed any further to the left due to the light switch placement.) Thanks for your suggestions!!
...See More
Will this picture work in this room? - and any other suggestions
Q
Comments (21)
First, thanks to everyone who is helping me with this, I feel the support. We hung the picture, it's 9" above the sofa. It isn't canvas, it's glass which unfortunately reflects (won't be changing yet) but what are your thoughts about height. Is it ok? I temporarily put on my green throw, I have a blue one that matches perfectly with the picture but it's packed away somewhere. I'll keep looking. The wall is 13.6 wide and we have 9' ceilings. The wall space from the right of the picture is 66" I have the clock below that I'd like to put somewhere in the room. Could it go on the picture wall? Could it go on the kitchen wall (see pic above) to the left of the lamp? The clock measures 13x34". I've started looking for panels but haven't found the right one yet. Also looking at tablecloths again, they are so easy to hang. I'm not able to change the color of the tv unit but we have seen the one in the picture below. I think the color would go well with our endtables. It's affordable, solid, and hides the tv electronics. I could even put it in the corner where the dog pen is, or center it on the wall or ???
...See More
Undersized Chandelier
Q
Comments (20)
msvic, tiny island. 24x48. (plus the granite overhang of a couple inches) It works great for us in this space. java-keep your eye out at Home Goods, that is where that light is from. It was under $100 when I got it. I stopped by mine today, they had one of the ones with the metal globe/shade. and love that living room. Regarding your question about the lights, I think you could do one, and lower the artwork. Another idea is to maybe find a differently shaped shade for the light--like a drumshade, or a tall cylinder type? That would be something I would try, it would really work with your lounge-looking living room bee.
...See More
Looking for a lamp to coordinate with this one. Any suggestions?
Q
Comments (5)
The yellow light quality from the current lamp to my eye is not pleasing unless you have a craftsman style home. If you stay with that lamp you need to find another lamp with the same type of shade material which looks to be a Mission Style or Craftsman Style lamp. I am not a fan of end tables placed on either side of a loveseat. Could you place the other end table on the far side of the sofa instead? Then you'd have room for a floor lamp in the corner.
...See More
Marci
Original Author
2 years ago
Good idea. My drawings are bad, but hopefully it gives a better idea.
PRO
BeverlyFLADeziner
2 years ago
It depends on the height of your table, but the table height and the lamp should add up to this number as seen below.

https://www.kohls.com/product/prd-2688870/batova-textured-ceramic-table-lamp.jsp?skuid=33655058&CID=shopping15&utm_campaign=ACCENT%20FURNITURE&utm_medium=CSE&utm_source=google&utm_product=33655058&utm_campaignid=9733267180&gclid=Cj0KCQiA15yNBhDTARIsAGnwe0VQyPgsGRmuFFyc7_fOh-8m0uHYd2e4hpOqMQ4fN_NStfQFZDRO6qoaAkEZEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

I don't think your arc lamp extends enough over the sectional.
Marci
Original Author
2 years ago
There are two sizes for the Batovia lamp. The larger size gets me closer to the height. I did find this that has a matching shade color. Would it look better then with the three different lamps?
cawaps
2 years ago
Thanks for the sketch; that helped enormously.

The arc lamp you originally proposed looks like it would put light over the corner of the sectional. Whether that is enough extension seems like personal preference. I do think the arc lamp will be nicer for the corner than the straight floor lamp.

I quite like the table lamp, but I don't love the non-arc floor lamp. I don't think it works very well with the table or arc lamps and it's my least favorite of the three.
Marci
Original Author
2 years ago
Thank you. I like the straight lamp, but it is proving difficult to find to purchase anyways. I may just wait until the furniture is here, then revisit this. It’s going to take 10-12 months for the couch and ottoman apparently.

When the time comes to purchase the lamps, if I can’t match the color of the shades, like if one is beige and one white, but they’re a similar shape, is this ok?
cawaps
2 years ago
10-12 months, ouch.

I think it's okay to mix shades. But you can also buy the lamp you want and replace the shade. It's an extra expense, but if mixing colors ends out bothering you, it's an option.
Marci
Original Author
2 years ago
I do like the beige shade, but maybe looking enough I could find one like that. The arc lamp has the same color, but there’s some other nice arc lamps with white shades.

Related Stories

LIGHTING Go Bold with Accent Lamps

By Erika Ward - Erika Ward Interiors

See How the Right Candy-Colored Light Can Pull a Room Together

DECORATING GUIDES Table + Lamp: 10 Perfect Pairings

By Laura Gaskill

No more dithering over scale and style. We take the guesswork out of matching lamps to credenzas, coffee tables, nightstands and more

DIY PROJECTS Light Up Your Night With an Easy Outdoor Table Lamp

By Shelly Miller Leer

Hit up Goodwill and the hardware store to make this lamp for a deck or poolside patio in minutes

PRODUCT PICKS Guest Picks: Contemporary Lighting for All Kinds of Needs

Task lamps, floor lamps, pendants ... Whether you’re reading in bed or want a glow overhead, there’s a light here for you

LIGHTING Get Turned On to a Lighting Plan

By Laura Gaskill

Coordinate your layers of lighting to help each one of your rooms look its best and work well for you

MY HOUZZ TV My Houzz: Kate Upton Gives Her Sister a Surprise Renovation

By Mitchell Parker

See the smiles after the model coordinates a fresh update to her sister’s Florida home

COLOR What Goes With Red Walls?

By Laura Gaskill

These coordinating colors and materials will make your red walls look right at home

FUN HOUZZ 15 Cool Rooms and the TV Shows They Want You to Watch

By Becky Harris

Get nestled in with the fall 2014 premieres, some old favorite shows and a coordinating nosh

BEDROOMS Designer Tips for Creating a Better Bedroom

By Christine Tusher

In the dark about bedside lamps? Waffling over pillows at the store? Try these ideas for a more comfortable bedroom

DECORATING GUIDES Strategies to Create Color Flow Throughout a Home — a Case Study

By Amber Hopman

Unite your indoor and outdoor rooms with a consistent color palette, for cohesion and a polished look

Sponsored

More Discussions

Need help with this wall

12

Help with sidelight design

10

From screen porch to 4 season room

4

Dining room update

19

kitchen mixing metals

8