A low gold dining room light is hung above a stained wood rectangular dining table. Gray tufted dining chairs with white slipcovered accent chairs are seated around the table. The dining set is arranged on top of a gray and white area rug.
28 Illuminating Low Ceiling Dining Room Lighting Ideas
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February 28, 2023
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If you spend hours on Facebook and Instagram, you’ll probably be inundated with spectacular homes with large and inviting windows that shower a dining space with tons of natural light. It’s easy to assume that you’re the only one without a home with high ceilings. Truth is, many of us live in homes with low ceilings. Achieving a bright and well-lit-up dining room may pose a challenge in homes with low ceilings, but it is not an impossible task.
One easy way to overcome this challenge is by investing in lighting fixtures that bring out the best in your living space. Recessed lighting, flush mounts, floor lamps, and layered lighting fixtures are just a few low ceiling dining room lighting ideas that are waiting for you to explore. Keep scrolling for more of these ideas to brighten up your dining space!
02 of Modern Dining Room With Black-accented Chandelier
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This dining room features a wooden dining table paired with black farmhouse chairs, all atop an antique earth-toned rug. A gorgeous black-accented, low ceiling chandelier and golden-framed arch mirror add personality and complete the space.
03 of Simple Patterned Natural Dining Room
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In this dining room, a patterned decorative rug featured complements the simple centerpiece on the dining table and highlights the homely environment of the space. The adjustable blinds help to invite comfortable natural lighting into the dining area.
04 of Rustic Dining Room With a Fun Twist
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Eccentric black-and-white, diamond-patterned floor tiles add a fun twist to this rustic dining room. The wooden dining table is paired with simple white chairs and pendant lighting, while wooden wall shelvings provide additional storage space.
05 of Dining Room With Wooden and Black Accents
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This dining room boasts a wooden dining table paired with cushioned chairs in black accents. A massive beige rug anchors the space, while the sleek black pendant lighting complements the monochromatic fireplace.
06 of Dining Room With a Massive Woven Pendant Lighting
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This dining room features a wooden dining table paired with black and woven chairs. Potted plants add pops of color to the space. What makes this dining room stand out is the massive woven pendant lighting hanging from the ceiling above.
07 of Dining Room With a Gold Low-ceiling Chandelier
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This modern dining room boasts an elegant dining table paired with beige cushioned seatings. A golden-accented low-ceiling chandelier illuminates the space, while woven placemats and potted flowers add a rustic charm.
08 of Black-accented Low Ceiling Dining Room Lighting
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This modern dining room features a wooden dining table paired with mismatched chairs and gorgeous black-accented low-ceiling farmhouse-inspired lighting. Vibrant potted plants add pops of color, while the black-framed mirrors complete this stunning space
09 of Gorgeous Dining Room With Sleek Black Chandelier
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This gorgeous dining room features a unique, oval-shaped, dark brown wooden table matched with cozy beige armchairs. The table is topped with ceramic vases, while the sleek black chandelier completes this charming space.
10 of Exquisite Dining Room With Golden Accents
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This exquisite dining room offers a warm atmosphere with its wooden table paired with armchairs and white chairs adorned with striped cushions. A golden, modern chandelier provides the perfect ambiance, while gold-framed artworks adorn the walls alongside a massive rug.
11 of Modern Twist to a Rustic Dining Space Idea
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The wooden dining table is paired with mismatched brown cushioned armchairs and black-accented metal chairs for a modern twist to this rustic dining space. Low pendant lighting and vibrant potted plants complete the space.
12 of Antique Vintage Luxurious Dining Room
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This dining room combines antique-like furniture and monochrome tones of gray, creating a moody atmosphere for a sense of understated luxury. A stunning antique glass accent chandelier hangs from the low ceiling, creating a sense of intimacy in the area.
13 of Modern, Simple Dining Table Centerpiece Ideas
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A modern table with a simple dining table centerpiece is composed of various wood accents and candles. Two black metal lantern lights are suspended over a dark wood table. Two chairs and a bench are pushed under the table, light wood flooring runs throughout.
14 of Organic Cottagecore Rustic Dining Room
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This dining room exudes a cozy and organic interior style by combining simple furnishings and neutral-toned shades to provide an idyllic cottagecore lifestyle. Muted gold room lighting complements rustic wooden floors and décor to inspire a peaceful way of life.
15 of Modern Minimalistic Natural Dining Room
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This modern, greenery-inspired dining room design combines a patterned rug with potted evergreen trees to provide a peaceful and relaxed atmosphere. A low ceiling combined with geometric and minimalistic room lighting as décor contributes to a fresh and natural ambiance.
16 of Low Ceiling Dining Room Lighting With Winter Décor
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A black farmhouse chandelier adds dining room lighting above a wooden table and a centerpiece with post-Christmas greenery. A large paneled mirror and artificial tree add character to the corner of the room next to a sliding barn door. A wood side table with white winter décor and framed art lines the back wall next to a large window.
17 of Festive Dining Room With Low Ceiling Farmhouse Chandelier
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This dining room boasts a long, wooden, farmhouse dining table paired with wooden benches and black chairs to create the perfect space for entertaining guests! A charming black-accented farmhouse chandelier illuminates the space, while scattered garlands add festive charm to this dining area.
18 of Simple Yet Charming Dining Room Ideas
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This simple yet charming dining room features a black wooden table paired with white cushioned seatings. The table is topped with vibrant greeneries, while a low-hanging chandelier lighting gracefully illuminates the space.
19 of Cross-Back Chairs with Black Dining Table
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A solid wood table is painted black and placed between cross-back dining chairs. Wingback armchairs with slipcovers sit at opposite ends of the table. A gold farmhouse chandelier is anchored above a centerpiece composed of greenery.
20 of Gorgeous Black-accented Farmhouse Chandelier in Dining Room
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A gorgeous black-accented farmhouse chandelier hangs low and takes the spotlight in this dining room. Wooden elements, like the dining set, potted plants, and wall-mounted quote, complete the rustic space.
21 of Open Plan Minimalist Dining Room
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This space features an open-plan dining area with wide windowed areas that provide natural illumination in the comfort of a minimalist-style home. A strategically placed accent light and mirror help to liven up the dining space.
22 of Glass Low-ceiling Pendant Lighting in Dining Room
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A stunning, one-of-kind, glass pendant light fixture takes the spotlight in this gorgeous dining area. The wooden dining set adds rustic charm. Monochromatic accents, like the checkered rug and arch mirrors, add a modern touch to the space.
23 of Dining Room With Black, White, and Wooden Accents
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This dining room features a wooden dining table paired with beige cushioned seatings, all set against the gray-and-white shiplap wall design. A beautiful flower display serves as a table centerpiece, while a black-accented low chandelier lighting illuminates the space.
24 of Autumnal Style Vibrant Dining Room
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This dining room features a splash of bold, autumnal colors to infuse this otherwise modest dining space with some fun and personality. The neutral-colored walls and ceilings allow the décor’s vibrant hues to stand out and shine.
25 of Simplistic Dining Room Design With a Pop of Yellow
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This simplistic dining room boasts wooden and black accents from the dining table to the stunning low-ceiling farmhouse-inspired pendant lighting. Yellow flowers fill the glass vase for a pop of color.
26 of Rustic Dining Room With Wooden Accents
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This dining room boasts a gorgeous wooden dining set, with the table topped with a beige table runner and fresh potted flowers. Complementing the natural-wood elements are the rustic chandelier lighting and wall-mounted open shelvings.
27 of Elegant Dining Room Filled With Farmhouse Inspiration
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This elegant dining room is full of farmhouse inspiration from the rustic low ceiling chandelier to the white cushioned seatings and wooden dining table. A woven basket of candles and greens serves as a charming table centerpiece.
28 of Stunning Chandelier Low Ceiling Dining Room Lighting
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This dining room features neutral-toned chairs and white board and batten walls, paired with a polished wooden table with a nature-inspired centerpiece to spruce up the area. The dining room’s modest grandeur is enhanced with a stunning chandelier.
