Layering, texture and a nod to organic shapes drive the look of modern lighting. These traits stem from an innovative use of pendant lights to create simple accents or complex clustered chandeliers. We most often see these statement pieces mounted above bathtubs, kitchen islands, dining tables and in grand living rooms, designed to be the crown jewels of the space.

1. Cluster chandeliers consisting of spherical forms can be low hanging or higher mounted in grand bathrooms and above dining room tables. Talia large chandelier, available at Visual Comfort.

2. Ring chandeliers can be very large and make a great statement in high-ceilinged and lofted rooms. Grace 48” wide LED ring chandelier, available at Ferguson Home.

3. The sputnik chandelier resembles starbursts or clusters of lines. It’s great for any room! Hinkley Lighting archer 6 light 43” wide sputnik chandelier, available at Ferguson Home.

4. Pendant chandelier by Minka-Lavery, availble at Metro Lighting.

5. Sometimes chandeliers can even be made of pendants! These use clustered minimalistic bulbs to create a layered and directional body. Tala 9-light chandelier with Voroni II bulb, availavle at West Elm.

6. Linear pendants and chandeliers add horizontal direction and visual interest to rooms with lower ceilings, like dining rooms and kitchens. Camryn glass globe linear chandelier, available at Pottery Barn.

7. The classic pendant is made to be minimalistic and serve as a functional accent in a space, often seen in foyers and hallways. Kichler Melko LED chandelier, available at Metro Lighting.