Properly selected lighting is the key to a stylish interior. Cascading chandeliers are a real find for those who want to add a touch of style, grace and beauty to the house. These lighting fixtures can be made of various materials, have a variety of shapes and colors.
A bit of history
Cascade-type ceiling lights first appeared in the Middle Ages. Of crystal, cascading chandeliers began to be made in the mid-nineteenth century in England. And since then they are considered a sign of luxury, wealth and the high status of the owner of the house.
The cascading chandelier was also a pride and indicator of prosperity in the Soviet Union. Such models were inexpensive, but getting them was quite problematic. The materials from which these lamps were made at that time were quite fragile and fragile. Products quickly failed. But they were not repaired, repaired and parted with the chandelier.
Functionality
The period when global deficit reigned in our country has long sunk into oblivion. Currently, manufacturers offer customers a huge variety of lighting options. The price category and appearance may be different.
Cascading chandeliers can vary in size and shape. The most popular are oval, cone-shaped or elongated cascade chandeliers. A variety of characterized and the choice of materials for manufacturing. Most often, manufacturers, of course, use crystal. But also fixtures made of glass and expensive plastic with the addition of semiprecious or precious stones are also in demand.
For which rooms
Most often, cascading crystal chandeliers can be seen in rooms where the height of the ceilings exceeds a three-meter mark. These are living rooms in country houses, halls of expensive restaurants and hotels, theaters, hotels, concert halls, etc. The product looks quite voluminous and bulky in small rooms. But in the spacious high hall it will be a real decoration of the interior.
Properly selected cascade fixtures can not only illuminate the room, but also change the external perception of the existing design.
Categories
According to the style of design, all cascading chandeliers can be divided into two large categories.
- Classic. Such chandeliers are usually made of expensive natural and high-quality materials. Here, the correctness of the shapes and symmetry of all the elements of the lighting device will immediately catch your eye. Such chandeliers are most popular. Products look expensive, rich, which attracts many buyers.
- Hi-tech. In this case, glass or any other materials are used instead of expensive crystal. Product prices are much lower than in the case of the classics. But, despite the cheapness, Hi-Tech-style chandeliers are in no way inferior to crystal counterparts. They are also thought out, symmetrical, harmonious and have all the aesthetic characteristics. In addition, products are much more diverse in shape and color. And thanks to modern technology, such a cascading ceiling chandelier is also equipped with a remote control. With it, you can adjust the required level of lighting. It is convenient, practical and economical.
Right choice
Choose a lighting fixture wisely. The same goes for cascading chandeliers. A balanced and competent choice of fixtures will ensure the correct perception of the interior as a whole.
For example, open or transparent shades can visually add space, which is important for rooms such as the living room or hall. If it is necessary to make the room visually smaller than it actually is, then cascade chandeliers in the form of a ball will come to the rescue. They are perfect for children's rooms and bedrooms.
If necessary, narrow the space using cascading chandeliers wide at the top and tapering down. In the interior of, say, a large hotel hall, such a lamp is even necessary. Thanks to this technique, the interior will look finished, and not large and empty.
Many are afraid to hang cascading lamps in the house, as they are afraid of their bulkiness. But if the chandelier is selected taking into account the ratio of the size of the room and the lamp itself, then such an opportunity will never happen.
Stair Chandeliers
An especially exciting and interesting task is the choice of a lighting device for flights of stairs. A universal technique here will always be the use of a cascading chandelier. It will not only create a cozy atmosphere, correctly emphasize the interior, but will also qualitatively illuminate your daily path.
As a rule, staircase luminaires have a rather substantial length (from two to three meters). All of them are equipped with special mounts (chains) for easy hanging. In order to ensure the maximum and correct level of lighting on the stairs, it is recommended to suspend the chandelier as close to the ceiling.
Only cascading chandeliers are capable of creating the illusion of a high ceiling and at the same time scattering enchanting, intriguing and incredible light rays in different directions. In this case, the stairs will no longer look so bulky and large. They will no longer "eat" the area, making the interior elegant and proportionate.
The good news is that the design of the staircase chandeliers is very diverse. You can find both strict classical forms and find the chic of modernity, the illusory futurism or the charm of floristic compositions.