7 Dining Rooms with Brilliant Light Fixtures

Some people would argue that the table is the most important element in a dining room, but we’re often most struck by the light fixtures that hang above them. From making a big, bold statement to creating the perfect dinner party ambiance, keep scrolling to discover how seven of the West’s best designers have enhanced the dining experience with radiant lighting solutions.

Force of Nature

Along with the river rock fireplace, an organic Bocci light fixture helps to warm up this Deep Cove home. “I think the space is quite architectural, so it could come across as cold modern,” says Jamie Deck of Shift Interiors. “So we were really mindful of the textures that we used… making sure that we had the earth elements.” Check out the rest of this family abode.

Crystal Light

The Seed 02 pendant that hangs over this dining table is surrounded by an impressive art collection and yet it still manages to capture attention. A modern take on a traditional crystal chandelier, it fits right in with the homeowner’s sculptures and paintings. Step inside this urban retreat designed by Falken Reynolds.

Retro Redux

Designer Brianna Hughes was tasked with modernizing this five-level split—but the owners also asked her to lean into the home’s eclecticism (read: “quirky twists and turns and nooks and crannies”). In the dining room, that meant incorporating vintage Cesca chairs from Knoll and a delicate, flower-inspired pendant light from Luminaire Authentik. Learn more about this ’70s-inspired renovation.

Mind Your Manors

Speaking of floral light fixtures! The chandeliers in this Kelly Deck-designed dining room bring the garden party vibes inside with three tiers of curved, leaf-like crystals—lending a further touch of whimsy to this traditional manor home. Tour this stately West Vancouver house.

Recipe for Success

A ruffled Arteriors chandelier creates a stunning focal point in this dining room and contributes to the home’s elegant, Parisian-inspired style. “I wanted to create a space that welcomed daily family meals but also was polished enough to entertain friends and extended family on holidays and special occasions,” says Jaclyn Pett, co-founder and lead designer of Heirloom Projects. See the before and after renovation photos.

Living Space

With 17-inch-thick walls, triple-glazed windows and HEPA filters, this North Vancouver home is designed to withstand the Earth’s ever-evolving climate shifts. So, why do the dining room lights look as if they’re prepared to take off to outer space? Explore this highly sustainable and energy-efficient home by Lanefab Design/Build.

Beachy Keen

Despite being located near one of Vancouver’s most iconic beaches, architect Howard Airey and designer Andrea McLean channeled the Australian beach house. In the dining room, this open, airy and casual style was brought to life with a walnut table and console, linen drapes and Andlight Spotlight Volumes pendants. Peek inside this Kit’s Point home.