A black lantern light fixture shines light above an entryway with a beige rug and white door. A horizontal framed image adorns a hallway wall above white wainscoting. A stairway with a black metal railing and brown banister stands nearby with a farmhouse clock adorning the wall.
30 High Ceiling Chandeliers To Brighten Any Room
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February 25, 2023
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Finding a way to spruce up a high ceiling can be challenging, but high ceiling chandeliers can be a great way to add something functional and decorative to the space. They are great in entryways, dining rooms, bedrooms, rooms with cathedral ceilings, or any area that needs some light. They also help bring a needed focal point to soaring vaulted ceilings.
Any chandelier can potentially be installed on a high ceiling, but larger fixtures and those with more detail tend to look the best. The right light fixture can add style and sophistication to your home and pull together the look or aesthetic you hope to achieve. If you need help finding the right chandelier for your high ceiling, check out the ideas in this collection.
02 of Black and Brown Dining Room With High Ceiling Chandelier
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A wooden dining table sits beneath a black high-ceiling chandelier with white shades. Natural wood chairs surround the table. A black hutch sits against the wainscoting wall and displays rustic décor including stacked plates, wooden cutting boards, framed artwork, a copper kettle, and other small accent pieces. A gallery wall with black frames is displayed in the hallway.
03 of Victorian High Ceiling Chandelier Ideas
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A beautiful Victorian chandelier hangs from a high ceiling in an elegant living room. Black chairs with patterned cushions sit on a white rug. A large wooden coffee table embellished with a round tray of candles and vases sits in the middle of the room. A white sofa is arranged on one side of it in front of a board and batten wall. A large round mirror with a gold frame hangs above it. Two gray chairs sit opposite the table. Bamboo shades cover the windows on each side of a white and brick fireplace. The mantel is afroed with candlesticks and a TV. Two framed images embellish the wall
04 of Exposed Beams With High Ceiling Chandelier
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A black metal high ceiling chandelier hangs from an exposed beam on an open ceiling. A white sofa with gray and brown accent pillows sits across from two gray chairs with matching pillows. A wooden coffee table decorated with a small tray and stack of books sits in the center on a gray and black paisley rug. Beige curtains hang from black rods and a large faux tree sits in the corner of the room next to a large white dresser.
05 of Stairway With High Ceiling Chandelier
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A round high ceiling chandelier extends from a ceiling above a stairway. A white sectional adorned with beige accent pillows sits on a white rug. A white coffee table with a wooden top displays a tray with candles and small accents. A wooden console is adorned with two white wreaths and a large faux tree sits in the corner of the room next to the window.
06 of High Ceiling Living Room Chandelier Ideas
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This two-tiered bronze wagon wheel chandelier with faux candles hangs from a high ceiling above a neutral living room. It is furnished in shades of sandy brown and white. Long rectangular windows frame and balance the chandelier with plenty of natural light.
07 of High Ceiling Silver Chandelier over Airy Living Room
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Suspended high above a modern living room, this fiber optic chandelier includes a reflective silver collar and ends in dozens of miniature lights. Large windows illuminate the light hardwood floors, and a white vase filled with pampas grass is in the corner of the room below.
08 of Open Living Room With Vaulted Ceiling
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A large open living room with exposed beams and a wall full of windows is filled with natural light. A large black fan and a high ceiling chandelier with candles hang above a white sofa with a beige throw draped over the back. A wooden coffee table sits between the sofa and a white shiplap fireplace with a wooden mantel. A TV hangs above the mantel and a gray rug sits below the coffee table. Two geometric pendant lights hang above a marble countertop. Small plants in black planters adorn the corner of the room.
09 of Round High Ceiling Chandelier Ideas
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A glowing round chandelier casts soft light over a bed with a black frame and white blankets. Beige accent pillows adorn the bed and a black bedside table holds a gray lamp with a white shade. A gray dresser sits on a nearby wall displaying framed artwork, a gray vase with greenery, and stacks of books. A gray floral rug adorns the hardwood floor.
10 of High Ceiling Chandelier in Neutral Living Room
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Exposed wooden beams hold a large black, round chandelier from a high ceiling. A white fireplace with a wooden mantel sits between two built-in shelving systems. The shelves are decorated with potted plants, black vases, wicker baskets of accessories, thin candle sticks, and framed artwork. Pumpkins decorate the mantel. A white sofa with a beige throw sits in front of a round wooden coffee table and a brown leather chair. The table is adorned with stacked books, a white vase of flowers, and a bowl of trinkets. A white vase holds tall stems and black wire baskets are situated at the base of the shelves and fireplace.
11 of Top View Living Room with Two Sofas and Two Chairs
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This view looks down into a cozy living room from the high vaulted ceiling. White sofas and armchairs surround a rich wood coffee table set on a traditional red rug, while a large kitchen island is visible in corner. A unique brass candelabra-style chandelier hangs from the ceiling above.
12 of Lantern Chandelier Above Entryway
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A wooden lantern pendant light chandelier extends from a high ceiling above a staircase and entryway. A round gray rug sits by the black and white doors that are adorned with wreaths. A wooden entryway table displays framed art, stacks of books, potted plants, candles, and a tray of beads. A farmhouse sign hangs above the table and shiplap wall. A second farmhouse sign hangs on the opposite wall.
13 of Black Lantern Style Chandelier in an Open Laundry Room
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A black lantern style chandelier hangs in an open laundry room with white walls, white cabinets, and a light grey tile floor. A stainless steel washer and dryer set are pushed against an ornate grey backsplash near a long bench.
14 of Inviting Living Room With Pops of Color
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The living room is an inviting space with its rich tones of brown, white, and pops of red. Boasting a leather sofa surrounded by cushions in different hues to brighten up the area, along with a black chandelier hanging from wooden beams.
15 of Black Double High Ceiling Chandeliers
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Two black high ceiling chandeliers hang above a dining room table. The black table has six matching chairs pulled up to it and positioned on a beige rug. A white cabinet sits in the corner holdings white dishes, wreaths, small figurines, and other white décor. A wicker basket sits on top holding a beige throw. A white shelf sits in the other corner near a white brick fireplace. Large wreaths with purple flowers adorn the fireplace mantel and a small black rack holds logs. A beige chair with white pillows is positioned near but with a kicker ottoman. A small basket of toys sits at the base of the fireplace. Faux trees are spread throughout the room.
16 of Metal Staircase View
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The aerial view of the stairs displays natural wood treads and a metal lantern pendant light. The stairs have a black metal railing with vertical spindles.
17 of Round Chandelier Over High Ceiling Stairway
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An animal skin rug lays on the wood floor of a stairway landing. A round metal chandelier hangs from the high ceiling and shines soft light over the stairs. A black railing with white banisters is positioned in the background and a window with white trim hangs over the stairway.
18 of Black High Ceiling Chandelier Above Stairway
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A round black high ceiling hangs above a stairway with beige and white wainscoting in the background. A white chair sits at the stairway landing and is adorned with a striped blanket and a textured accent pillow. A round leather ottoman with a white there design sits in front of the hair on a black and white geometric rug.
19 of Brass and Glass Chandelier Two-story Lighting
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Brass and glass chandelier two-story lighting is mounted in front of a black arched window in a foyer boasting white decorative molding. A black and white imperial staircase connects the foyer to the second floor.
20 of Farmhouse Kitchen With Chandelier and Pendant Lights
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A black chandelier with white candles hangs above a wooden dining room table with two wood chairs pulled up to it. A black and brown round tray is the centerpiece of the table and is adorned with a clear vase full of lemons, limes, and flowers. A white kitchen counter matches the white cabinets and subway tile in the kitchen. A black island with a white counter sits centered in the kitchen around the stainless steel appliances. Black lantern pendant lamps hang above the counter and small white vases of flowers adorn the counters alongside crocks of utensils and trays of cleaning supplies.
21 of Double Black High Ceiling Chandeliers
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Double black high ceiling chandeliers hang from exposed beams above an open living room. Two gray chairs sit inside sliding glass doors on a gray textured rug. A brown leather couch sits across from them displaying gray and white striped pillows. A black coffee table holds a wicker basket on the lower shelf and a black vase with greenery and a white tray on the top. Corner wooding shelves are adorned with baskets and farmhouse décor. A black railing lines the top balcony that overlooks the living room.
22 of Farmhouse High Ceiling Chandelier Ideas
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A black farmhouse high ceiling chandelier hangs above a round, white coffee table and on layered rugs. The coffee table is adorned with a wooden tray displaying a white planter and a cloche with a small plant inside. A white sofa is positioned nearby with beige accent pillows and a white throw. A white cabinet is positioned on the wall behind the sofa and holds white dishes and serving ware and vintage mirrors. A small stand sits next to the sofa displaying a black lantern with a plant inside. Small potted trees and a beige floral arrangement sit beside stacked books to embellish a white dessert with a large mirror. Beige curtains hang by the window and a vintage wall print hangs on the wall near the doorway.
23 of Minimalist High Ceiling Chandelier
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A round high ceiling chandelier hangs above a natural wood floor near a staircase. A gallery wall of black and white prints hangs in the entryway. A door with a white frame and large windows allow natural light to brighten up the room along with the glow of the chandelier.
24 of Entranceway with Herringbone Tile
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This entranceway boasts a flat baseboard trim on light-colored walls. Green herringbone tile is laid on the warm wood floor. Two black metal lamps hang from the high ceiling. The black glass doors are closed. A long console table underneath a round mirror runs along the far wall
25 of Foyer with Two Tier Black Wagon Wheel Chandelier
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Two tier black wagon wheel chandelier foyer lighting hangs in front of a white arched window. A light gray and ivory lamp sits on the edge of a beige console table next to the white entrance door.
26 of Neutral Room With High Ceiling Chandelier
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A large, black, high ceiling chandelier with candles hangs in the center of a ceiling exposed beams. A wooden table holds a long line of things candles and four black chairs are pulled up to it. A slate fireplace has a wooden mantel and it is adorned with a TV, a thin candle, and a small potted plant. A floral painting adorns the wall and natural light shines in through large windows with black frames.
27 of Vaulted Entry Way with Chandelier
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A white entryway is designed with high vaulted ceilings with a stained wood front door. Glass panes in the door, transom, and windows illuminate the hardwood floors, staircase, and traditional brass light fixture hanging from the ceiling above.
28 of Royal Blue Glass Vase on Table
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This royal blue centerpiece vase holds faux pampas grass. The sparsity of the wooden table and white chairs and walls means the centerpiece is the focus. A looping chandelier hangs from a small wooden ceiling beam.
29 of High Ceiling Chandelier Above Dining Table
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A wooden farmhouse table is positioned under a white high ceiling chandelier with a white shade. The table is decorated with a wooden log full of moss and greenery and wooden candle sticks with white candles. A wicker basket displays a white pitcher and a small planter of greenery on one of the table benches. A small vintage high chair sits against the wall under a white farmhouse sign and a wooden hanging rack. The chair is adorned with stacks of rustic dishes. Farmhouse décor hangs from the rack. A white vintage jug sits on the dark wooden floor near the chair.
30 of High Ceiling Farmhouse Chandelier
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A square, high ceiling chandelier hangs above this living room with a large gray sectional. Black and gray and plaid pillows adorn the sectional and sheer white curtains hang from black rods in front of the windows. A white fireplace with a black and white tile design displays a farmhouse lantern near a large TV and a framed mirror. A black plaid ottoman sits near the sectional and a black chair. A rustic trunk acts as an end table and displays a clear vase with a floral arrangement and small décor.
