Help with Back Splash and Lights (Selection Fatigue)

6 years ago

last modified: 6 years ago

We have been working on a full house remodel for the past year and a half, and we're near the end. I am struggling with making progress on selections during the pandemic. I would love help choosing a back splash and pendants for over the island. The ceilings are 8'. Flooring is oak with Provincial stain. Island is Naval by Sherwin Williams. Counters are quartzite. I planned for 2 lights over the island. The island is 8' x 54". I am considering Quorum 6822-4-65 Rossington 4 Light 18 inch Satin Nickel Mini Chandelier (lantern style) but not sure if that's over kill or too large? https://www.houzz.com/products/quorum-rossington-4-light-entry-pendant-satin-nickel-prvw-vr~134055565

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Miss Talia
Original Author

6 years ago

The recessed lights are evenly distributed over the two "aisles" in order to ensure there is even coverage. And, perhaps that was a mistake. I intended for the over-cabinet lights, island lights, and over-range lights to be used for work lighting. I should have added one centered over the island -- good point. My question is really more about the aesthetics of the lights themselves vs. the placement as that ship has sailed at this point in time. That said, your suggestion to have more traditional pendants, and, as herbflavorsaid, " useful down light pendants" is probably one I should take so the light will be more focused and practical. Thank you!

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herbflavor
6 years ago
Two larger or 3 smaller fixtures over the island but not entry or uplight style. Get actual useful down light pendants.
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RL Relocation LLC
6 years ago
What is over the kitchen table? might be a good starting point?
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RL Relocation LLC
6 years ago
The fixture you have chosen really isn't my favorite, here is a semi mockup.

I think you could be better off with a more traditional island pendant
Miss Talia
Original Author
6 years ago
Thank you for the mock up!
RL Relocation LLC
6 years ago
Overall I'm not thrilled with the whole of the lighting plan in this space.

I see a wire hanging down from your under cabs, which are also lighting up more of the backsplash than the counters and have created a hot spot rather than a flood of even light.

The recessed cans are not placed to light up work areas, and there should have been one over the island in the center I feel like every light is slightly askew from, wondering if some plans changed post light install? I say all this knowing much ado about nothing, but I am wondering about the pendant placement itself.

If you want to kind of get a feel for things, you could hang some string and a balloon or plastic cup from the ceiling. just to get a rough idea.
eam44
6 years ago
For your backsplash, it helps to have inspiration images. Classic choices would be a glazed ceramic tile in a white that matches the white of your cabinetry, or a grey that matches the grey in your counter material. Try googling images of kitchens with white cabinets and blue islands. Look at what others have used, and see which looks you like.