10 Statement Lighting Styles That Will Transform Your Kitchen in a Snap

Exposed opaque spherical bulbs parlay a chic mid-century vibe and still feel utterly fresh and modern. Mixed with golden brass accents and presented in an unexpected silhouette, the effect is striking – especially in a kitchen/dining area like this one designed by Sarah Richardson.

Jonathan Adler Rio Oval Spoke Chandelier in Brass

, price available upon request.

A lantern-inspired pendant light recalls cozy cottage style, but update it with a sleek metal frame and polished finish and it becomes a contemporary showstopper.

Medium Darlana Ceiling Light in Light Nickel

, $756.

An articulated light is a genius addition to any kitchen. It can be easily redirected for mood or task lighting, and this one is especially appealing with its burnished bronze finish – so handsome in a white kitchen. Further reason to love this lighting trend? Sarah Baeumler is currently coveting it.

Brushed steel Mendes down-light Wall Lamps in Antique Brass

, $160 per set of 2.

Sometimes the best way to make a style statement is discreetly. If these glass pendants had solid coloured shades, they would be too dominant in this mostly white kitchen. Opting for clear bulbs and seeded glass shades lets them blend in while elevating the scene.

Small Birch Lane seeded glass Sutton Pendant Light

, $160.

A beaded chandelier in the kitchen? We can’t get enough of it! Kind of antiquey, a bit bohemian and totally luxurious, it sets a dramatic tone. For a spin on tradition, we’re liking these opaque beads over crystal drops.

Milk-glass beaded Orbit Chandelier with hemp and brass accents

, $8,995.

When lighting up the kitchen, think beyond one overhead in the middle of the room. We love how the owner of this kitchen wall-mounted an industrial-style light above a window and chose a black finish as a sharp counterpoint to the shades of white and grey.

20th C. Factory Filament metal single Pendant Light in Weathered Zinc

, from $168.

There’s something so appealing about adding luxurious lighting to a kitchen. This rather formal and directional brass orb-shaped chandelier adds interest, and its unexpected silhouette is wonderfully sumptuous in a practical space.

Celeste 33-inch Chandelier in Aged Brass

, $782.

Chrome energizes any design scheme, and this industrial-style fixture’s polished finish feels fresh and dramatic. We love how the owner augmented the kitchen’s existing pot lights with the visual interest of these three dome pendants.

Distinctly Home metal Loft Pendant Light in Chrome

, $48.

One of the freshest silhouettes for the kitchen is the drum pendant light. Normally reserved for living and dining areas, it feels bold and confident in a kitchen and creates a sophisticated and decorated effect.

Conick Pendant Light in Linen

, $150.

A classic pendant light in a metallic finish has a powerful transformative effect and – budget bonus – is wallet-friendly. These work in any space, but we especially like when they’re paired with stainless-steel appliances.

Large aluminum Foto Pendant Light

, $50.