traditionally lanterns have been used outside for night lighting on streets, walkways, etc, but currently lanterns are being used indoors, and i love it! lately i have been inspired by a lot of remarkable rooms that have incorporated lanterns – either as the overhead light or for accent lighting. i am implementing some lantern style light fixtures into a design for a room i am presently working on. take a look at some of my inspiration:
this room was designed by susan (from Raleigh, NC!!!) from the nation’s next top model home. i love the way she used the red lantern above this table!
there is a sense of rustic style, bold creativity, and uniqueness when you walk into a room and see a lantern instead of a typical light fixture. lanterns work well as a feature in a room, and they add a different element than a standard overhead light would.
i adore this overhead lantern in this kohler showroom house.
images via house beautiful.
this style of lantern used as a mounted ceiling light fixture would add character to any room.
i found these rustic looking lanterns at z gallerie! they are reasonably priced and would be a fun accessory for a nightstand or dresser.
how cool are these vintage tea bowl lanterns from anthropologie!?!
pictures to come in the next few weeks of how i am implementing some vintage lanterns into a room i am working on! stay tuned!
