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Lighting size in the entry way

12 years ago

I purchased this fixture to go in a home that ended up falling through. We are now building another home and I would like to use this in the entry way but the entry in the new home is much smaller. Any advice? The entry is 6'2" x 8'6" with a the ceiling open to the second floor. The fixture is 20" diameter x 22" in height.

Thank you!

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Charles Neal Interiors
12 years ago
Since the entry is open to the second level, you need a tall and slender light fixture that will take up more of the air space. The light pictured looks way too small for the space and underwhelming for the entry.
Sarah S thanked Charles Neal Interiors
Carolina
12 years ago
Is it a two story entry? In which case I think it could be okay even thought it's probably a tad large. Here's an article about the 'right' size for a pendant/chandelier in a foyer
http://interiordec.about.com/od/chandeliers/qt/Foyer-Chandelier-The-Right-Height-For-A-Foyer-Chandelier.htm
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Sarah S
Original Author
12 years ago
It is a two story entry. Thank you for your response!
Sarah S
Original Author
12 years ago
Here is a pic of the fixture in a larger room so you can see the scale. It is pretty large.
Carolina
12 years ago
I like it!

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