You've seen them everywhere. You've seen them as table top decorations. You've seen them candle lit. You've seen them as light fixtures on porches for years, and now you see them in design magazines for nearly every room in the house.
You may be wondering, "Is the lantern trend flickering out?"
We say, "Not yet." They've been lighting everything from castles to street lamps for thousands of years. We'd say this look has some real staying power. Trends for finishes come and go, but the lantern look- it's here to stay.
But, what if you're a little bored and looking for something fresh? We've got just the remedy here:
Seven Fresh Lantern Looks
1. Liven things up in your kitchen with a playful shape.
Did the fixture make you look twice? Think about it. Have you every seen something like it before? If it evokes a fresh feeling in the showroom, imagine how much you'd enjoy it in your own home.
You may be wondering, "Is the lantern trend flickering out?"
We say, "Not yet." They've been lighting everything from castles to street lamps for thousands of years. We'd say this look has some real staying power. Trends for finishes come and go, but the lantern look- it's here to stay.
But, what if you're a little bored and looking for something fresh? We've got just the remedy here:
Seven Fresh Lantern Looks
1. Liven things up in your kitchen with a playful shape.
Did the fixture make you look twice? Think about it. Have you every seen something like it before? If it evokes a fresh feeling in the showroom, imagine how much you'd enjoy it in your own home.
Visual Comfort & Co.'s Morris Lantern comes in different sizes, finishes, and with either clear or frosted glass so you can customize the look of this geometric, yet timeless, pendant lantern for your favorite space. Our Price - $879.89 (Medium Lantern) Available at Mayer Lighting Showroom www.mayerlighting.com |
2. Make a statement outdoors.
Sometimes, we simply find it easier to put our person stamps on the interior spaces of our homes. But that doesn't mean you should neglect adding character outside! Are you looking to add elegance? Modernize your look? Or perhaps complete the cottage feel of your home? New lighting can transform the feel of your home instantly.
Sometimes, we simply find it easier to put our person stamps on the interior spaces of our homes. But that doesn't mean you should neglect adding character outside! Are you looking to add elegance? Modernize your look? Or perhaps complete the cottage feel of your home? New lighting can transform the feel of your home instantly.
For example, Hinkley's Trellis Lanterns are weighty and substantial, and a feel of history to the entire home, reminiscent of traditional European homes and villas. And the scrolls? A touch of elegance. The Hinkley Trellis Wall Lanterns come in various sizes. The largest size is depicted in this image. Our Price- $691.90 Available at Mayer Lighting Showroom www.mayerlighting.com |
3. Soften bedroom lighting with a shade.
Perhaps one of the last places you'd venture to put a lantern is in a bedroom. However, Visual Comfort and Co.'s Caged Lantern with a shade is contemporary and soft at the same time.
Perhaps one of the last places you'd venture to put a lantern is in a bedroom. However, Visual Comfort and Co.'s Caged Lantern with a shade is contemporary and soft at the same time.
We can order the Caged Lantern in small and large sizes in various finishes at Mayer Lighting Showroom. www.mayerlighting.com |
4. Escape... in your private bath.
Who wouldn't like to sweep away to an old world New England cottage after a long week at work? Hinkley cleverly installed this outdoor lantern over in a rustic bathroom, adding ambiance and to a simple, yet sophisticated space.
Who wouldn't like to sweep away to an old world New England cottage after a long week at work? Hinkley cleverly installed this outdoor lantern over in a rustic bathroom, adding ambiance and to a simple, yet sophisticated space.
5. Light the way with Lanterns
Extend your welcome all the way to the street with path lights, but don't stop there! Add ambiance with these lantern style path lights- they set the night aglow.
Extend your welcome all the way to the street with path lights, but don't stop there! Add ambiance with these lantern style path lights- they set the night aglow.
6. Add Simple Elegance to your Breakfast Nook
Update your breakfast nook with a simple, sophisticated lantern like this one by Visual Comfort & Co. We can just see this mini lantern hung with a sprig of holly and mistletoe for the Holidays.
Update your breakfast nook with a simple, sophisticated lantern like this one by Visual Comfort & Co. We can just see this mini lantern hung with a sprig of holly and mistletoe for the Holidays.
The Darlana Lantern is available in many sizes and finishes. Pictured- Darlana Mini Lantern Our Price- $395.89 Available at Mayer Lighting Showroom www.mayerlighting.com |
7. Replace a Dated Chandelier
Like chandelier's, lanterns are also timeless. If you'd like to open up your dining area, this light and airy Darlana Linear Lantern is an excellent choice. If you want to free up your airspace to show off a view, this is a great option as well.
The Darlana Linear Lantern, Our Price- $1,319.89, Available at Mayer Lighting Showroom in multiple finishes;
www.mayerlighting.com
Like chandelier's, lanterns are also timeless. If you'd like to open up your dining area, this light and airy Darlana Linear Lantern is an excellent choice. If you want to free up your airspace to show off a view, this is a great option as well.
The Darlana Linear Lantern, Our Price- $1,319.89, Available at Mayer Lighting Showroom in multiple finishes;
www.mayerlighting.com