It is going to be a long haul, I think we need things to keep us engaged.

I like your space, but wonder about the tall chairs. They are very interesting almost Frank Lloyd Wright. I am not sure they are the best fit with the other chairs that I think go better with your table.

There is no time like the present to do some cosmetic changes to your house! You need to stay home anyway and keeping busy with projects helps a lot. It's not that your light is placed too high but that you need a longer hanging rod. Here are some ideas:

I have no idea how long your hanging rod is but that would help immensely!

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Here is one suggestion.

I don’t think you can go wrong with MCM type pieces

I actually like the tall chairs. They add interest. However, I do think they overpower the end chairs. Do you have more of the end chairs so you can switch them around (I.e. make current end chairs side chairs, two on each side, and put a tall chair at each end)? I also think the tall chairs get lost with the carpet...there’s not enough contrast between the two. You could reupholster them but the chair frame is still too similar with the carpet. A rug would help delineate the objects. I’m not a huge fan of rugs on carpet but carpet in a dining room isn’t practical either, so special circumstances! My last house had the same setup as yours...so I get it.

Thanks everyone, for your comments! Lindsey, I do have more of the end chairs (in storage) and will switch them out as you suggested. I'm going to start perusing etsy and charish for some chandelier ideas and will post some pictures of my favorites. I really appreciate the feedback.

Some lighting ideas:

Mia Pendant

Henningsen Pendant

Nora Pendant

Your dining table is stunning but is hidden behind those tall chairs and mismatched look. I would do something with a low back and dark to let the table form do all the heavy design appeal.

Elbow Chair

I think your room could be stellar with a few adjustments.

Oh, Beverly I love that light fixture! Where is it from?

I've been meaning to get a nice basket for my monster Fiddleleaf fig - this looks great.

I like the larger artwork, too. Thanks for putting the image together.

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Hi again! I've been trying out some lighting options in Photoshop - please let me know which of these you think would work best (hubby and I have differing opinions...)

I like your 5th option best with 2 lights in

the darker color. The table looks so nice with the taller chairs at the ends!