Great Chandelier Options for Small Apartments

Living in a small apartment comes with the realization that space is prime. However, finding the perfect chandelier for your limited living space can be a daunting task. Luckily, there are several great options to choose from that will add charm and elegance to your home without overwhelming it.

Pieces in a small apartment serve dual purposes: they must be functional and stylish. Since space is limited, it is crucial that each piece serves both functions effectively.

Several small spaces feature chandeliers that define or highlight the apartment’s unique style while providing functional light.

Even a small and casual space like this corner dining area can be enhanced with a chandelier. This flowing, all-white chandelier strikes the perfect balance between making a statement and exuding simple dignity.

Living in an urban studio apartment requires all activities (sleeping, eating, working, and relaxing) to take place in a compact space. Therefore, a beautiful chandelier serves both as a functional light and a sculptural piece.

Scandinavian style is recognized for its bright-white simplicity. Wooden floors anchor this white space, but as the only “color” in the room, they need a counterweight. A clear-glass funnel pendant chandelier above the small dining table adds a subtle touch of style, with the black base and cord naturally directing the gaze upward.

Chandeliers define a space as effectively as an area rug or furniture placement. In small apartments with open concept floor plans, it can be overwhelming to incorporate an area rug as the defining feature for each room component. Therefore, a stunning chandelier does double duty by marking out the dining area and providing a chic sense of style in this small room.

If your small apartment has muted earth tones or natural wood pieces, adding a sparkly chandelier can add glitz and glamour. This contrast is aesthetically appealing and provides a statement piece, adding instant drama and sparkle to small spaces.

For the small eat-in nook in a strangely-shaped corner, this silver orb pendant is a bright, stable element. Round edges in a space like this ensure that the pendant doesn’t have to align with any one wall, giving importance to every angle and wall.

Go big or go home! Even in small apartments, an oversized chandelier can make the space feel grander and more spacious. A sparkling, eye-level fixture elevates the ceilings and adds style to the room, creating the illusion of a larger space.

Although the actual square footage is small in this cozy living space, the ceilings are extremely high. Chunky wood beams lower the vaulted ceilings, but the large-in-diameter yet fairly spindly chandelier establishes the intimate feeling in this small apartment. Furnishings are casual and friendly, making a more formal chandelier an excellent choice in balance and form.

An elegant chandelier enhances the all-white space in this eclectic and colorful living room.

Small apartments are ideal for using deep, rich colors on the walls. The smaller size of the space makes the use of such colors inspiring and cozy, rather than overwhelming. In this case, a metallic chandelier can add sufficient shine to brighten the closed-in space and detail the upper third visual plane, whether the light is on or off.

A tiered capiz shell chandelier adds a lovely touch to a dark wood dining setting. It maintains a commanding presence in a small space without competing with a spectacular view.

For a small apartment bedroom that lacks horizontal space, a chandelier can serve as a creative solution for both bedside lighting and decor. Despite the potential for limited space in this particular bedroom, the high headboard and elegant color palette create a spacious and luxurious atmosphere. The chandelier significantly contributes to this overall vibe. (Picture sources: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9.)