Suggestions for entryway lamp and table

6 years ago

The entryway in my condo has an overhead light but it's in a dark corner so badly needs a lamp. As you can tell by the mirror frame that I glued 1,324 pennies to while recovering from surgery (ah, the influence of pain meds and a glue gun) , I like things a little different. I've looked everywhere and can't find any "rules" that guide one as to scale and size of lamps for entry tables - I'm guessing I wouldn't be the only one that would appreciate such guidance.

I'd also like to replace the temporary table I stuck in there with another with a place for shoes or maybe a table with doors to hide them behind.

I guess one might call my style "transitional". The brown grasscloth was here when I bought the place and I can't change it anytime soon so will have to work around it.

Thanks everybody. :)

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janetlammens
Original Author

6 years ago

I really like this lamp but wonder if it's not too busy for the mirror. I also like the cabinet ideas and think they'll look good with the natural maple cabinets in the open kitchen nearby. So just saying the ideas you're giving me so far look spot on. Got any more for variety?

To answer some of the questions above - yes, I do want another console table with either room for a basket for shoes or that will accommodate shoes. And yes, we need something to sit on to put on shoes. And no, we can't easily put a light fixture in the ceiling because the ceiling is lowered on one part that cuts the ceiling in half. And I like the more intimate feel of a lamp anyhow there.

Thanks for your kudos on the mirror. My old raggedy mirror frame was annoying me when I was just hanging around the house so gluing pennies on the frame gave me something to do as I was recovering. I will have you know that I also cleaned every one of those pennies too....my husband thought I'd lost it but now he loves the mirror too. :)

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Jilly
6 years ago
last modified: 6 years ago
That mirror is fabulous! Also love the grasscloth and your rug. Very cool decor and a refreshing change around here. :)

So a lamp and maybe a console/cabinet ... budget for these? And preferred measurements for the cabinet (length-wise)?

ETA: Love this design ...

https://www.wayfair.com/furniture/pdp/mistana-ottinger-server-mtna3304.html?piid=
janetlammens
Original Author
6 years ago
Well, the table you see in the picture is 48" wide and the mirror is 37". I don't think the space could use a larger table. And I'd like to try to do this for under $800 if possible.
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Jilly
6 years ago
last modified: 6 years ago
I edited a chest in ... it’s a bit over 47 inches and $499.99. Do you like that style, or are you wanting something with a more sleek, modern feel?
janetlammens
Original Author
6 years ago
Yes, I prefer something more contemporary. I'm a room and board kind of girl
katinparadise
6 years ago
This has the doors you're looking for, is 48" long and only 12" deep.

https://www.westelm.com/products/mid-century-media-console-48-h3754/

Lamp

https://www.westelm.com/products/asymmetry-ceramic-table-lamp-large-w3711/?pkey=ctable-lamps&isx=0.0.352
Jilly
6 years ago
Scale not exact, but an idea of the above. Looks good in there!
janetlammens
Original Author
6 years ago
So the scale of the lamp should be about the height of the table or cabinet?
ilikefriday
6 years ago
Love that mirror! You did a fabulous job.
ratherbesewing
6 years ago
I am loving the mirror too! Did you glue a mirror onto some plywood or was it a pre-existing mirror that you covered?
loobab
6 years ago
Hi janetlammens-

Oh, that mirror is brilliant, you talented girl!!

The rug is marvelous too.

In terms of proportion, the mirror should not be more than 3/4 the length of the table. 3/4 would be perfect.

In addition, the "weight" of the frame of the mirror should be in proportion to the "weight" of the piece of furniture below it.

The hairpin table you have below it now seems a bit too skimpy.

I am not clear what you want there-

Do you want another console table with a basket for shoes?

A dresser type piece with a drawer in which to put shoes?

Do you need a stool or chair on which to sit?

You could get a lamp for the table, but it really isn't necessary.

A table on an entryway lamp was always done, but we now have much better indoor electric lighting, so it isn't really necessary, and a lamp will distract from your beautiful mirror.

Why not just get an attractive but not too showy ceiling fixture in the entryway?

You should have one for safety reasons anyway, so you can see when you enter your home.

And on the top of the table or chest you can put a tray for keys or mail and a plant or flowers, and that's it.

A chest of some sort is a great idea, and don't worry about the color or finish, you are crafty.

You can re-finish it or paint it.

I can't see the rest of your house, but if you can find something inexpensive, you can paint it a glossy black or black lacquer-type finish.

You might find an auto painting pace to do a high gloss spray paint for you in the color of your choice.

With drawers it can be the perfect place for gloves and hats and dog leashes and dollar bills for tips and the extra set of keys.

If it is on legs, you can get a tray from the pet store like the ones they use for the bottom of animal cages and add pebbles and put that on the floor under the dresser for shoes.
freedomplace1
6 years ago
LOVE your colors, art, mirror, rug. Really beautiful style!

This is one of my favorites. :)

Catalina Manhattan 28.75" 3-Way Square Gold Spiked Table Lamp, Bulb Included · More Info
njmomma
6 years ago
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Jilly
6 years ago
last modified: 6 years ago
I hope you’re fully recovered now ... I really admire your project. :)

I was on West Elm and saw this; I like the simplicity of it.

“Raw Mango” color. Drawers, 42” wide. $499.

https://www.westelm.com/products/rustic-storage-console-g570/?catalogId=71&sku=3279757&cm_ven=PLA&cm_cat=Google&cm_pla=Furniture%20%3E%20Console%20%2B%20Sofa%20Tables&cm_ite=3279757&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIle6NgLO26QIVEEqGCh0HmAf1EAkYBiABEgIrfPD_BwE

Lamp ideas:

https://www.lampsplus.com/products/glenn-southwest-urn-table-lamps-set-of-2__69h77.html

https://www.lampsplus.com/products/andi-mid-century-ceramic-and-wood-table-lamp__9h566.html

Ok, this one takes us over budget, but I love it so much! Maybe there’s a similar one for less somewhere?

https://www.roomandboard.com/catalog/lighting/table-lamps/rayas-striped-table-lamp

I don‘t know if you like anything I’ve shown, but it helps narrow things down one way or the other.

My initial thought was finding something flashier, but I like the idea of letting your mirror be the star of this room. :)

ETA: One more ... adding a bit of understated glam:

https://www.shadesoflight.com/products/stacked-column-table-lamp?via=57e1331c69702d78ae0000a8%2C57e135f669702d78ae00039e
janetlammens
Original Author
6 years ago
Such great ideas. I especially like your ideas, Jinx. In fact, I moved a lamp from another room after seeing your "glam" idea and now have a better sense of the weight of the lamp needed when I replace my table. Thanks for your help. :)