Hanging Lightbulbs Hold Sway Over Rooms
Intriguingly industrial or with a riveting retro look, lighting fixtures with bare bulbs and exposed cords add edge to any room
We credit Thomas Edison as the creator of the modern lightbulb. Since the 1800s, the practicality of his wonderful invention has given us more than light at night — it has given us the option of using lightbulbs as a design tool. I have always been fascinated by designers who are capable of turning an everyday object into a simple and aesthetically pleasing design piece. Here are some impressive examples of how to do that with a simple lightbulb.
You can also create a similar installation of random Edison lightbulbs. This example creates a vibe of an easygoing and low-maintenance interior.
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What better way to pay homage to the inventor of lightbulbs than to display the Edison chandelier? Set against this simple and uncluttered background, the chandelier makes a unique retro-modern statement.
This interior showcases how a simple light fixture repeated over and over can create quite a statement. Notice the knots in each cord: such a neat way of playing with your fixture's length while adding a lot interest to the space.
Sometimes you don't even need a cord. Painting the ceiling an unexpected color and incorporating a few well-positioned lightbulbs is such a fresh take on recessed lighting.
An industrial setting is also a fantastic way to show off an installation of multiple lightbulbs. The shape of these fixtures creates a very organic and fresh feel. The best part? These Plumen lightbulbs save energy and are a fantastic alternative to the Edison bulbs.
When you have a clean and modern interior such as this kitchen, keeping the lighting simple and sophisticated is the perfect way to finish your room.
You can use a lightbulb installation to break up the symmetry of your space as well. Group the bulbs at various lengths and you will create a very dynamic design statement.
If you want to bring balance and symmetry to your decor instead, you can neatly group a number of lightbulb fixtures, as is perfectly showcased by this interior.
To add doses of color to your room, opt for a bright red cord instead of the regular black.
Hanging lightbulbs instead of having table lamps also saves a ton of usable space.
Tell us: Have you used lightbulbs as statement pieces? Have you found certain kinds of lightbulbs to work better? Share your tips below!
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Tell us: Have you used lightbulbs as statement pieces? Have you found certain kinds of lightbulbs to work better? Share your tips below!
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Antique Chic: Edison Bulbs
Guest Picks: Exposed Bulb Lighting
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