12 Modern Lighting Ideas To Complete Any Room

Some call lighting the icing on the cake of any room. Not only do lamps, wall sconces, and chandeliers bring light into a space, but they also allow you to use every surface to enhance your design scheme in a way that tables, sofas, and chairs cannot. Here are 12 modern lighting ideas that are sure to bring a fresh and savvy perspective to your home.

A swing arm wall sconce is an easy way to bring modern elegance and flexibility into a bedroom — case in point, Serge Mouille's iconic wall sconce. While beautiful, this high-end light fixture may not be in the budget, however this one-arm wall sconce inspired by the French designer is a stunning compromise.

Suspension lighting is an easy way to add a sculptural element to your space, as seen with this stunning example designed by Ross Lovegrove. By playing with movement and the reflection of light, these fixtures create a mesmerizing and unique arrangement that captivates the attention of all who lay eyes on it.

If you think floor lamps are dull, then you haven't met this one. Modern and edgy, with a midcentury flair, this vintage three-shade articulating floor lamp is anything but boring. If you cannot find a vintage option, this lamp from World Market has a lot of personality.

The soft blown glass opal diffuser on this floor lamp creates a warm ambiance that's perfect for the bedroom. It's complemented by an elegant frame in a brass finish that doesn't disrupt the flow of your space.

Have a bit of fun, and mix and match your pendant lights. Instead of a chandelier above your kitchen island, opt for a dynamic grouping of different shapes and sizes. This playful cluster of pendants by Tom Dixon demonstrates the idea flawlessly. By selecting a pendant that is available not only in different shapes, but colors, the sky is the limit.

If you have the budget, and you're looking for a truly special light fixture that you can't find in any store, investing in a custom chandelier is definitely the way to go. You are guaranteed to get a one-of-a-kind piece of art that is unique to your home, and something that you can cherish for years to come.

With a playful twist, designer Kelly Wearstler takes her love of modernist art to gorgeous new heights. This three-dimensional chandelier, a sculptural study of light and shadow, uses geometry to accentuate the negative space.

A wall sconce can make a statement if you let it. We traditionally think of sconces as small, out-of-the-way additions to a hallway or bathroom instead of a feature element. Try a fixture like this that features a long neck for a sort of sconce-meets-floor-lamp hybrid.

Try an iron-caged wall sconce if you're going for a strong, industrial vibe. The best part about the unfinished look of this fixture from Trent Austin Design is the exposed bulb.

Be bold! Add a little drama to your living room with a statement-making chandelier. This Moooi pendant light is hard to miss and creates a unique, textural ambient light that will quickly make whichever room it graces your favorite.

This combination of a balloon glass shade tethered to a white marble base is striking in the most subtle way. This table lamp's elegant appearance makes it an appealing complement to a study or a night table.

Lights, camera, action! This two-arm wall sconce steals the show with its good looks reminiscent of a vintage camera flash. The two-arm design is adjustable which is useful in spaces you require a little flexibility.