I like a chandelier to light the table not the ceiling and IMO a nice linear one with that table would be better with downlights/

is this better?

or this

With seeing your light in the hall, maybe try to somewhat complement.

The light in the hall is being changed also to a black dome

same lihgt but smaller

It seems you like the light you bought but looking at a smaller size. I have up lights down our main hallway and can say that you won't appreciate having to clean/dust them often. Down lights or covered lights are pretty and much easier to keep clean. Hope you'll consider the ones suggested above.

you need linear rectangular lit fixyure

You have a vaulted ceiling there, so I would have utilized some of the height with a taller chandelier.

you need linear rectangular lit fixyure

Something not too heavy

Where is this from?

It is wrong for your space: your fixture shines light on the ceiling, not on the table.

would this work?

Lights pointing up or down comments I find very curious given light fixtures are copies of candled fixtures which were always light up. A true chandelier has up lights. A quick google search said it's about 50/50 the type so as was said "I prefer". It's all about your preference. You like your fixture. Get the smaller size. What will be gray? New 100% upholstered chairs or your current chairs reupholstered???? Do you use a table cloth when entertaining, ever? If the too much glass is an issue a table cloth would fix that. I am seeing a lot of hard surfaces. The acoustics in your home would be a challenge. Carpets and curtains would make a huge difference.

indeed! whether a dining fixture has the lights shining up or down is a personal choice. Ive had both in different homes and it doesnt matter to the overall effect. The fixture I posted if from lightscanada.ca

interestingly, I had the exact fixture you posted paris, in my last home. lol
also a lovely fixture!

The fixtures you are choosing all have clear glass. They can give off glare that can be uncomfortable for some people. If you use one, consider having the fixture on a dimmer.

@Design Interior South’s comment about the combination of a glass table and glass fixture is worthwhile to consider. I also wonder if you will get more reflected glare off the glass table from a glass fixture (I see some in your 2nd photo) or a fixture with the lights pointed down.

You are actually correct. Clear glass seems so plain.

Right now I feel like I’m sitting under a shadow

I need something more decorative. For those who have suggested something linear, how will that work with my living room

Agree that a fixture with fabric shade/s adds softness and texture to the glass table (and is easier to keep clean)

I’m worried everything would seem horizontal. My couches have a horizontal arrangement

Is the ceiling sloped? If so, not all linear fixtures will work on a sloped ceiling.

Yes. It is a vaulted ceiling

Too wide and too heavy looking.

ya. I hate it

Pointing up or down.....When the lights are on, I love the glow on the ceiling and I can still seem my food and the table. IMO - it is a matter of preference.

Don't know if this would create a similar problem

Or maybe just go back to this one that was there before.. Claude thought it was too outdated but I could be wrong.

I am sorry to repeat this, but the scale and overall style of the new chandelier doesn't compliment your dining area. If you have the ability to return, I would choose a linear or something with texture. The rrom feels startk, so you may consider other elements to make it a nice gathering space: rug, art, wallpaper. If you can return it and you don't know what to get, I would strongly recommend to reach out to a professional for help. A group thread is not enough to help you make costly decisions. If reaching out is an option, I can help you remotely.

Don't give up-there are many fixtures out there.

yes the frame is too heavy. also linear fixture will not make everything look horizontal. As well, there are numerous glass globes that are not plain glass but textured. I have s fixture over my dining table that hangs from a sloped ceiling. Fixtures can be adjusted for sloped ceilings. I’d also advise anyone building or renovating, to install some recessed lighting in dining room as well as central fixture and have all on dimmer switches. The number of recessed lights will depend on size of room. Look at pics of linear fixtures snd pick one you like.

Also If no other lighting in dining room other than central fixture, imo shades over lights are too dimming. thats just my experience

There is no other lighing in the dining area. The dining room lighting was actually helping light up the iving room also.

I don’t mind the look of the fixture… You might want to live with it for a while. Sometimes something new takes some getting used to especially with such a dramatic design change. I don’t find it too heavy for the space personally.

You could take some photographs from a bit of a distance, and from some different angles to get more sense of how well it works. It’s hard to judge when you aren’t in the space.

I like the fixture Maureen and kat posted. I’ve seen it in several different finishes.

i can try it and see if it has enough lighitng.

In order not to have to consider gaining light in the LR, I noticed a console and a lamp might help (or even a floor lamp) if table lamps are not providing enough light.

You also mentioned the hall fixture is being changed so you could add strong lighting there (on a dimmer if needed).

Then the light in the DR will be much easier to narrow down. If interested, this one comes in different finishes in case you want to coordinate with other lighting.

https://www.mergelighting.com/products/chandelier-light-light-fixture-ceiling-23251?variant=50827637850433&pins_campaign_id=626758598975&utm_campaign=626758598975&utm_medium=PaidSocial&utm_source=Pinterest&utm_content=2680090333125&pp=0&epik=dj0yJnU9bEpTM3hwN2lBQl9qeTRXQnh5Q2V3MHZseXYwcWdHbm0mcD0xJm49c0Y0bUs2MWRLV3EzZDdEd0gzSDcwUSZ0PUFBQUFBR29vTS13

You're over thinking it. The black metal is too dark. Get gold to compliment your accents in your living room. Get something lighter in feel. Get the appropriate size. Something shaded in a warm white.

or linear. either will work

If the dining room feels dark, adding gray chairs will only make it feel darker. I think your white chairs do a better job of keeping things bright.

Your dining room fixture shouldn't have to help light the living room. If you post pictures of the whole living room, I'm sure folks on here can help you figure out where to add lighting to accomplish that.

I love the idea of gold to lighten the mood. Also, something I don’t think anyone mentioned yet is that the debated fixture shows the lightbulbs and to me, they aren’t bulbs I’d like to display/see. Plus, to me they look like a ring of ice cream cones!

Please do not switch to the gray chairs. Your dining chairs and coffee table look good together.

Consider battery operated wall sconces - where they might make sense in your space.

Love the chandeliers recommended by @Design Interior South for the dining space. Don’t worry about the living room, you can address that with its own lighting, like an arc floor lamp. Example

My family thinks gold would be too much. Can I go chrome/brass?

Bare bulbs are BRUTAL in appearance. Select something more artistic.

Thanks

what did you choose