Curator: 9 lighting upgrades that instantly make your home feel bigger and brighter – National

Pendant lights serve a dual purpose, namely providing a decorative focal point to your room and lighting the ceiling with multiple lights. They easily brighten up a room and if you prefer a modern look to the delicate crystal versions – that is also an option today. However, if you like a little sparkle (and honestly, who doesn’t?), the Cadza chandelier will deliver. With a sleek brass finish, bright LED bulb, and adjustable arm, this device is completely customizable. Hang it, customize it, and let its warm light highlight everything you love about your space.

Ideal for smaller rooms, flush-mount lighting is placed close to the ceiling, minimizing visual clutter. The beauty of this Pottery Barn polished Cooper ribbed glass flush mount combines iron and glass with your choice of nickel, brass, or bronze finish. Dimmer compatible, UL approved for bathrooms or enclosed outdoor spaces, and fits two standard bulbs. It’s easy to care for, features classic styling, and offers plenty of light – just add your favorite bulbs and enjoy.

Mounted on a wall for ambient or accent lighting, the Clarissa armed sconce requires no flooring and provides a fresh take on the silhouette of a vintage lantern. With a nickel finish and soft white fabric color, it produces a warm and charming light. Arrange next to the bed, in the kitchen, or on the sofa for an effortless chic look.

Floor lamps are a great way to add freestanding light to a corner or reading nook. The Nalan Wayfair tripod floor lamp is both stylish and practical. With sleek metal legs, soft drum colors, and a subtle industrial feel, this lamp easily brightens bedrooms and living rooms. The practical footswitch and sturdy, lightweight design make it comfortable and versatile.

Typically installed above or next to a bathroom mirror, it can also be used as accent lighting to showcase your favorite artwork or other design features. These sleek, oversized gold scones have a sleek, tapered design and emit warm, diffused light that enhances any room – from the bathroom to the living room. Featuring a polished brass metal frame and integrated LED bulb, this lamp is stylish, functional and ready to enhance your home.

Used to set a certain mood or feeling, mood lighting often features dimmers, warming bulbs, or color-changing lamps. We love this dimmable floor lamp from Amazon as a prime example. Three white glass globes on a gold frame create a modern, luxurious look while dimmable LEDs with a handy rotary switch let you find the perfect light. The sturdy metal base keeps it secure and stable, making it ideal for a living room, bedroom, or even a busy office space.

Smart lighting systems are controlled via an app, voice assistant, or some form of automation, so you can customize the brightness, color, or lighting schedule for your home. Case in point: the Philips Hue Signe Gradient smart floor lamp. This sleek design features warm to cool whites and millions of colors, creating a stunning gradient effect for instant mood lighting. Control with the Hue app or voice commands through Alexa or Google Assistant, and unlock advanced automation and seamless smart home integration by adding the Hue Bridge.

Decorative lighting acts as a design statement while providing light. The fixture itself is a focal point and brightens your space. Bring whimsy to any room with the Merkury Innovations mushroom table lamp from Walmart. At 7.9 inches tall, the cute mushroom-shaped shade provides a cozy, warm glow. With a soft matte ceramic finish, four warm white LEDs, and battery-powered convenience, it’s a fun and charming addition to a bedroom, desk, or living room.

This sleek, app-controlled floor lamp proves that eye-catching lighting can also be very smart. Adjust brightness, color, and lighting effects directly from your phone–or sync with SmartThings for seamless smart home control. With its modern silhouette and immersive ambient light, this is the kind of lamp that sets the mood while stealing the show.