I like the chandelier--I think it ties in nicely with the cabinets--adds continuity to the space since the table is white. However, I don't like the sconces with the yellowish hint at the top of the glass on the chandelier. Maybe you could change those? Something more delicate or frilly?

I'm not a fan of it either. It looks bottom heavy and pulls the ceiling down instead of using the height you have.

Not sure what to recommend but one that has some height to it, like that one does if you take the down rod things into account. And then the weight of it more evenly distributed top to bottom (or at least not so bottom heavy). The one you linked is nice but you can do something really nice with some height.

It is too large and too dark. How about this? https://www.houzz.com/products/capiz-seashell-rain-drop-pendant-lamp-prvw-vr~4715102?lid=96298437

Better centered than this...

To be honest, your space doesn't look like the kind of formal area where I would put a chandelier. I'd go for pendant lights, something like this

Pendant lights

or

Other pendant lights

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Another kind

You get the idea :-)

A chandelier looks best under a horizontal ceiling. The current placement looks sloppy because the base is way off the table center with a jumping chain. For a clean unobtrusive look, I would use recessed lighting, or pendant style with modern stain glass shades to add burst of colors from sunlight by the glass window exposure, or when lit up in the evening for dinner.

Because this is an informal eating spot in a kitchen that does not suggest a classical or formal motif, I would go with a fixture that has a contemporary or modern style with a clean, not too cluttered or ornate an appearance. It should be lower and either hanging from a different spot or the table needs to be moved.

I suspect this chandelier replaced another already wired. To put in place pendants or other lighting needing more than one wiring supply or hanging point could involve electrical and drywall work.

don't care for pendants

Part of the problem is it looks too disconnected from the table as it's hung too high...bottom of the fixture should be 36" off the table top or 6' off the floor.

I would like that light in a smaller space.

I also think it needs to be lower

Maybe one option would be to cover the chain in a white fabric cord/chain cover

https://www.etsy.com/listing/1208350393/sale-chain-cord-cover-white-super-silk?gpla=1&gao=1&&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=shopping_us_e-home_and_living-other&utm_custom1=k_Cj0KCQjwkruVBhCHARIsACVIiOyo5nu6Z_dk7Fzf19m834TA9Tb8x9-c4VZhGh-mSeJ4RFaG8JnVkNkaAqGgEALw_wcB_k&utm_content=go_12574416612_122093298680_507799057908_aud-318110574626:pla-303628061739_c__1208350393_539606873&utm_custom2=12574416612&gclid=Cj0KCQjwkruVBhCHARIsACVIiOyo5nu6Z_dk7Fzf19m834TA9Tb8x9-c4VZhGh-mSeJ4RFaG8JnVkNkaAqGgEALw_wcB

I'm with bragu on the pendants. A chandelier is certainly appropriate it's just the style and formality you need to match to your space. I am not a fan of these wagon wheel esque chandy's ever so I would agree you need something different. The chain issue MEH! They are a fact of many ceilings. Most people look past it. Crystals are too formal for an open concept informal space. I am liking the options pictured above, you?

It’s a light, bright eating area and you need a light fixture that is also light and bright. The tablecloth is too formal. If you insist on keeping it, please iron it. What about using a runner instead? The light fixture RL show is very pretty and the room looks lovely with it. Can you pull off the table cloths

And take a pic without the tablecloth?

Lowered chandelier. Experimenring with different glass shades. What are your thoughts.

It is better lower. I like the frosted shade best myself. Could you paint the swag portion of the chain white to make it less obvious?

I am also not a fan of this chandelier. I suggest you stop trying to light that side of the room with the chandelier alone. You need recessed lighting for your ambient light; the dining light should be an accent--and on a dimmer switch. Avoid clear glass shades for dining--the lighting can be too harsh, IMO

@Elizabeth I was also thinking the frosted shade will work.

@highdesertowl There is recess lighting, and chandelier is on a dimmer. I agree to avoid clear glass.

Hard to find, but you might look for a fixture with a downlight as well as the 'candles'. It's hard to get enough light from those alone without turning the dimmer way up. The chandelier over our kitchen table has a center halogen downlight.

I think you need something more substantial than this rather 'airy' piece.

Adding: No can light in a ceiling will do much to light your table unless it's a *strobe light*. (haha)

Thanks for the clarification on the recessed lights; I'm still not sure that those 3 small lights? and high up, are providing enough evening ambient light. But if they are, why do you need a chandelier with 6 large bulbs? I agree with chisue that a downlight for dining is nice--and actually I greatly prefer it. (Also it is often easier to keep clean) Would you consider having an electrician move your light box so you can avoid swagging?

@highdesertowl Thank you for comments and ideas, they are well taken. Replacing the chandelier is a future option (with downlight).

Honestly, its just not right for the space. I dont think you need recessed lighting to eat dinner. I think the swag is fine it happens you need more volume and less chunk. Not pendants ... a simple chandelier.

Putting a fabric sleeve over the chain similar to the ceiling color would help diminish the attention to the swag chain.

I think a light airy fixture would be a better fit. Something large and heavy looking makes me wonder if it will fall on the people dining. 😄

Even painting that fixture a lighter color and using the frosted globes would change it dramatically.

Quick update, until I can convice Spouse to buy a new chandelier…and relocate electrical box!

The chandelier is nice, but the way you have to hang it doesn't look right.

I am going to bet the cost of moving the electric box (assuming you aren't DIYing it) , fixing the ceiling will keep that light fixture right where it is at for the rest of it's life. That chain is really not a huge deal. Certainly not worth the angst expressed here. Looking at the ceiling and how it's no where near center of that area I have to think there is a reason it wasn't placed deeper in the room closer to center. I suppose it may be as simple as the conduit from the can to that box is a standard length and the contractor went with it vs bothering to extend it. Maybe if you shortened the chain so the part from the electricity and the hook hugs the ceiling more people would chill out about it? My DH would back burner getting a new fixture too--because of the ladder it would take to get to that box. Vaulted ceilings are a challenge!!!

Lots of different opinions, and I am going to add one. Please oh please don't add recessed cans. On a sloped ceiling, there is always somewhere, that they are like eyes looking at you. Not good, and they don't really add very usable light. Do move the box if you can. Whichever light you choose, your light will look better properly mounted. And do consider a pretty lantern for over the table. Would look great hanging from the slanted ceiling, and it's a light, airy look and feeling, even if you opt (as I would) for something a little overscaled. My two cents.

My point about recessed lighting was that if a chandelier with six, 60W? bulbs was needed to properly light the dining area; then there are other lighting needs that should be addressed :) I don't see the swag as the highest priority, just something to consider. FWIW, it is so easy to hang new lights--lots of videos out there to help. Assuming you have a sturdy dining table, pull it under the box, put down a few towels to protect the table. Put your short step ladder on top of the table and Voila! I have done it so many times. OP, I think you have a good interim solution :)

Than you all. I am not sure why light box was positioned where it is. But there are a many many more confounding issues with this house, built in 1985. We only purchased last yr. Yes, box will remain, would take a miracle for DH to change it. Sheesh, I have enough of an issue for him to just agree on changing fixture.

Previous owners had a similar size fixture, which I just switched out. I never thought it was too big Etc. until now, lol.

Lantern or smaller fixture will work, ideas or examples appreciated.

The fixture is NOT the wrong size, the style is off.

The fixture is not too big. You'll make a mistake if you undersize. To my mind, it's the cludgy weight of it that's off. It needs a different architecture, IMO. Here are a few Hudson Valley Lighting lanterns, for some ideas. Most of these come in several sizes. You have volume with that sloped ceiling, large, dark cabinets, big windows and a significant sized dining group, all of which can handle substantial size and presence in a light fixture. These lanterns (and this is true of many lines) come in various sizes. Don't go too small. Have to add too, there are various chandeliers that could certainly work too, but this was my first instinct.

Those lanterns are pretty but look more like they belong in an entryway than over a dining table tp me.

I think it looks much better lower, and the photo you shared of the light in context to the other rooms show it looking a lot better (than when you just had it head on over the table).. I defnitely don't think it's too large, by the way what is the diameter of the fixture?

@salonva. The chandelier is 23” diameter. Thank you, I agree that it looks better.

Interestingly, no one visting has even noticed the new changes, including DDs. Go figure!

I agree with many others, the fixture is very much the wrong style for your space. When I first looked at it my thought was "medieval castle". You can easily do better.

Perhaps your DH would be more amenable to changing things if you are able to sell it on Craigslist or FB Marketplace to get some of your money back.

haha Here's the truth MOST people MOST of the time do not notice much. It's not that dramatic of a difference. Chances are if you asked; compare this to your memory of what I had--most would struggle with recalling what you had. A NEW and totally different fixture MIGHT get you a comment or two but I would not hold my breath. A fixture is expected so it's not noticed. If you removed it they might struggle to find what's different but they would probably sense something is different. On the other hand if you choose one of RL's options you will get told IF they didn't care for the previous. If you choose one of Christy's you will just get silence. They are entry way fixtures and not ones anyone wants hanging over their heads.

@arcy_gw You are sp correct, folk really dont notice much. Amazing, that we strive for pinterest perfect of which there probably is no need! Since my last post a few more people have come over and yet again, one noticed. But folk do notice when good food is served lol

the new glass helped, look for medium based flame tip bulbs

https://www.amazon.com/OPALRAY-Incandescent-Equivalent-Candelabra-Filament/dp/B07K66MG5T/ref=sr_1_5?gclid=CjwKCAjwh-CVBhB8EiwAjFEPGautPB4pLggC3tw-5Iivcs1JDGmGJ95k8CE9Naju_URSd6gjBfG2HxoCC7kQAvD_BwE&hvadid=323292379149&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9031442&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=10245829470580164234&hvtargid=kwd-494813615737&hydadcr=6504_9589772&keywords=flame+tip+medium+base&qid=1656257835&sr=8-5

In my very humble opinion, I think the reason you do not like this is that it doesn’t relate to anything in your space, style, or finish wise. The fixture style is a little too rustic. It would be perfect in a log cabin, not so much with your current furnishing. Finish-wise ( bronze or black), there is not enough of it to flow, so your eye naturally focuses on this dark element in the room in an otherwise light colorful palette.

When I work with clients, I encourage them to embrace their style and dive in! It seems you're not afraid of color, and like pieces with little curves and playfulness, light fixtures are an excellent way to show your personality and go against the grain. if it were me, I would do something like this… the added texture would add the perfect layer to this space, and the slight curves would also give a little nod to your chairs… I also think an updated runner like this would help tie in your colors.

Mr Acosta, tastes do vary and many different solutions are possible in this space, according to the owners' preferences. .

The light fixture you posted is one that I personally don't find attractive and wouldn't consider but some would.