Kitchen Island Lighting
June 10, 2010
Interior design by Corea Sotropa Interior Design
Having an island in your kitchen is wonderful for a number of reasons. One of my favorite things about an island is that it provides an opportunity to showcase a statement light fixture above it. Of course, having ample light over your island is crucial, but the fixture should be something special, and complement the lighting over your dining table if it is nearby. Here are some of my favorite looks for island light fixtures.
Interior Design by Corea Sotropa Interior Design
The first and second photographs are from two of our Calgary kitchen renovation projects.
Both use the same light fixture from the Pelham collection from Hudson Valley Lighting which is available in Calgary from Robinson’s Lighting and Bath Center. This is a favorite light fixture because it works in both contemporary and traditional kitchens. It provides great task lighting and is timeless in style.
Photo courtesy of Décorpad. Photography by Brandon Barre Photography
Small chandeliers hung over your island can be absolutely charming. In the above photograph, the sparkly chandeliers are a dramatic contrast to the contemporary kitchen and commercial-style appliances. The juxtaposition really highlights how pretty these fixtures are. I think this mix is really interesting!
Interior design by Corea Sotropa Interior Design
In this French country-inspired kitchen renovation that we completed last year, we used three wrought iron mini chandeliers from Jeremiah Lighting and purchased them through Cartwright Lighting. We chose more traditional chandeliers to complement the style of this kitchen.
Interior design by Gluckstein Design
Altar Light by Holly Hunt
The Altar Light by Holly Hunt is absolutely extraordinary over an island. This design has influenced many other lighting companies to come up with their own similar versions of the candle-like light fixture. One note of caution – this fixture is mainly for mood lighting, although there are two puck lights that shine down on the work surface. If you are going to use a fixture like this one, make sure there are other alternative light sources over your island.
Interior design by Corea Sotropa Interior Design
Hurricane light fixtures like this one are an elegant statement in a traditional kitchen and work especially well if you have a chandelier over an adjacent dining table. They throw a lot of light and are enduring in style. Our client found these light fixtures at an antique shop, and we had them rewired to suit modern standards, but many companies make hurricanes similar to these.
Photo courtesy of Costal Living
This is totally adorable! I love the spunky print, over-scaled size of the light shade and the introduction of a zippy pattern. It’s this shade that brings personality into this kitchen. A simple shade can be re-made very easily using a pretty colored silk or patterned fabric.
Hanging interesting light fixtures over your kitchen island will further enhance it as the focal point in your room. Step outside your comfort zone and choose one that makes a statement when you are selecting the lighting for your kitchen. Think not only about how much illumination the fixture will provide, but also how it will enhance the design of your kitchen.
Cheers!
Jacqueline
