Before & After: Let There Be (Better) Light! Sometimes the smallest updates make the biggest impact, and lighting tops that list. One of my favorite ways to refresh a space is by swapping out a dated chandelier for a statement fixture that instantly modernizes the entire room. Whether it’s sleek and sculptural or warm and organic, the right light becomes the jewelry of the home, drawing the eye upward and setting the tone for everything beneath it. The best part? You don’t need a designer budget to get a designer look. My go-to chandeliers typically range from $200–$400, proving that a little shine can deliver a serious “wow” factor.
This one is fabulous: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Magic-Home-12-Light-Modern-Black-Antique-Gold-Lantern-Tiered-Foyer-Hanging-Ceiling-Chandelier-for-Living-Room-Dining-Room-MH-Y-020213/317499656?cm_mmc=ecc-_-THD_SHIP_CONFIRMATION-_-V1_M1_CB-_-Product_URL&ecc_ord=WM87272796&em_id=41968595cf72629285c78129b199afe868dc7e7a1a04c4935a54bb3ec46a1787. Available for $272 at Home Depot and makes a beautiful statement in a stairway or any vertical space.
For example, we just installed the light in the photo shown here in a new listing with this chandelier from Home Depot with a $259 price tag.
