What are you planning to spend?

Are banisters black or espresso? What metal finish were you thinking?

What are the measurements of the entry area? height... etc.

How about an orb type? I like this one for you. More contemporary, yet has a rustic vibe.

I like this one better and it's a better price.

Looks like you need much more light in this space. Let me post some ideas.

This fixture is a nice size and will direct light all around the space. However, you do need to hang your fixture lower than the current one by about 12" above your door opening. That will help distribute light better too. I like the open look because it mimics your stair rail and the black metal. Here is another "type" that might be interesting. Each of these lights can be hung at the drop you desire. So the black wire repeats your black but the gold fixture brings a modern touch. Also the faceted globes will shine a very interesting light pattern all around. This is nice, because the various lights would be at different levels which would be good in your multi-level entrance. If you want some glam but keep modern look, this is interesting. Not sure of your budget, but each of these are "examples" of shapes and concepts and you can research the ones you like best that fit your particular budget.

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Elegant-Lighting-Richmond-8-Light-Bronze-Pendant-1410G34BZ/206396822

http://www.circalighting.com/details.aspx?pid=911

As of now, I like the ones that don't repeat the drywalled closet-block [closet?] but bring a rounder line, or vertical line as was posted.

Totally agree round.

Wow thank you so much !! The stairs look black but they are in fact espresso. Our house is open concept so the light will be seen from all rooms. Thank you Flo for the hanging length tip!!!

Any ideas of what to do with the awkward closet space ? Should I put something in the top corner ... A plant? A mirror ? I think I will do some white frames on the wall eventually....

Like the idea of closing in above closet. Depending on your style, something with color might be ok, but I would rather do a large colorful art piece on the left wall. I see many want round but I feel like vertical shapes would suit the space and provide more interesting light pattern. Just my thought. I ave another fixture I am thinking about. Going to try to find it.

First, replace the smaller art work on the side wall with something much larger on that wall to make it grand. Something like this:

this is original work, but great buy right now. But something this size, make a statement and it would be visible from all levels. Then do the light fixture like this:This type light can be used with a number of balls all at differing heights. There is a round plate at the top and you set these up with as many or few lights as you want. I have done them on circular stairs and they are fantastic. Just depends on the style and look and of course, budget. This would run with say 5 lites, about $900. Alternatively, if your budget is much smaller, then you could do something like this:You could have an electrician put one more junction box and then hang two of these. They are very reasonably priced. You can hang at two different levels. Then, if you need to stay right with what you have and just do one chandelier, then go with the multi level round glass balls I posted ealierThis is ball type chandelier I did in a large home, but you can do that same piece only smaller for a very reasonable price. Just wanted to show you how the multi-level type looks in real life. This is under $400 You can set the lengths any way you want. Just have to be there when it is hung so you get the look you want. Now these ideas take you to a more modern style, and I don't know what you are looking for, but give us some feedback so we can adjust to your taste. Right now we are just guessing from what we see in the two photos. Give us more photos and that would help! Thanks!

Liking how closet looks sleek with height to ceiling, and lights grover placed! I think the red bird flew in while the door was open ha kidding. Whatever you were to like. What's your budget?

What's the shape called - I liked the oval ball - but for cost of grover's here's but idk right size: W 15.75" / Manchurian Ash

Not pretty, but fyi, in case you're in this style:

I love the idea of closing in the top of the closet !! I think it looks so many cleaner but my husband finds it makes the space look smaller ?!

Flo, you're right I think a large print would be better. Everything in my house is basically white, grey and black and I like it that way.

Also ideally would like to spend under 500$! As for the red bird .... Even if it was free I would not be choosing that

Whatever you do, don't put anything on top of the closet. The last thing you want is to draw attention to it. Best idea is to enclose it as in Grover's renderings. As for the hanging fixture, there are endless choices. Good luck.

Thanks for all the suggestions !!

Sure I understand. You could do a large black and white dimensional work. Something architectural maybe. No red bird today. Maybe you have a favorite bridge, or railroad track or other architectural photo you could have super enlarged for that spot.

I saw this print that has your colors. Something along this line that is distinctive, would bring interest and style to your stairway.

The bright white would help brighten up space and the interesting subject matter would be nice. Something like this. But the size needs to be something like 60" high and 40" wide. Big. It would really change the whole atmosphere of your entry. Along with the new chandelier.

Yes close in top of closet.