Residential Lighting Project
Two Nenufar Chandeliers, One Cohesive Foyer
This project uses two Nenufar chandeliers to connect a lower entry area with a dramatic two-story foyer. Rather than repeating the same fixture, we selected two complementary forms with different proportions and clearly defined roles.
Creating a Clear Lighting Hierarchy
The home features curved windows, an oval recessed ceiling and a lower entry passage leading into the taller foyer. One chandelier alone would have left the entry feeling disconnected, while two oversized fixtures would have competed for attention.
We therefore created a simple hierarchy: a large vertical chandelier as the main focal point, supported by a smaller horizontal chandelier in the entry area.
- The main chandelier fills the two-story volume.
- The smaller chandelier introduces the design at the entrance.
- Matching brass branches and textured glass connect both spaces.
Sizing the Main Chandelier
The main chandelier was planned around an approximate 71-inch upper spread and a 118-inch overall drop. The wider upper section gives the oval ceiling enough visual weight, while the extended vertical body connects the upper ceiling with the lower level of the foyer.
We also reviewed the window height, room width, walking clearance and lowest visual point. The chandelier needed to feel substantial from both floors without blocking movement or the curved window wall.
Why Two Different Forms Work Together
Both fixtures share the same brass branch language and handmade lotus-leaf glass, but each responds to a different ceiling height and viewing angle.
| Fixture | Location | Design Role |
|---|---|---|
| Modern Nenufar Branch Chandelier | Two-story foyer | Creates the main vertical focal point and fills the tall volume. |
| Nenufar Blooming Chandelier | Adjacent entry | Introduces the collection in a quieter, more horizontal form. |
Material and Light
A dense round chandelier could have blocked the openness of the window wall. The branch structure distributes the visual weight more naturally across the space.
During the day, the clear textured glass reflects natural light from the tall windows. At night, the warm internal lighting highlights the brass branches and the individual glass details.
From Workshop Preparation to Installation
Before shipping, the chandelier was assembled and checked in the workshop to confirm the branch direction, wiring points, balance and glass placement.
On site, installers first secured the main frame and completed the electrical connection. The glass pieces were added only after the structure was stable, helping reduce the risk of damage during lifting and final adjustment.
The Final Result
The main chandelier now sits naturally beneath the oval ceiling and extends through the center of the two-story foyer. Its open branch form fills the vertical space without covering the curved windows.
In the adjacent entry, the smaller Nenufar chandelier introduces the same materials in a more restrained proportion. Together, the two fixtures make the entry and foyer feel like one connected lighting composition.
