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A stylist in Japan created his own chandelier with slips of Japanese paper. Some of these slips are printed while others are blank. They are attached by paper clips to thin wires and are hung on the ceiling of his office. The concept here is to entice his customers to participate in this creative idea and add, or should we say, hang their own thoughts on it. Not only is the idea out-of-the-box, but also a style statement. This is the most recent form of chandeliers, but otherwise, chandeliers come in two prominent categories, traditional and contemporary. Many would argue that a true chandelier has to be a traditional one with detailed decorations and crystals. However, there are many who prefer contemporary chandeliers as it suits their lifestyle.

Chandeliers are innately the one thing that defines the look of any palace, house or room. Ornate chandeliers were very common in the medieval age. As years passed by, they formed the centerpiece in palaces all across the globe. A chandelier is definitely more than just looks. It is an object of power, it is an object of elegance and it is that light fixture that has the ability the illuminate not just the room, but the lives of the residents of the house. Traditionally, chandeliers were not a light fixture found in all houses. It was a mark of richness and prosperity. However, today times have changed. Today, chandeliers have become are quite common in modest homes, magnificent mansions, contemporary digs and traditional houses. We can find chandeliers of different designs dangling in the houses of commoners. With the number of bungalows increasing, the raised ceilings call for a magnificent chandelier. Some say that it creates a life of its own.

Initially, chandeliers meant huge light fixtures that require tall ceilings and big houses. But with the creation of “Chandelettes,” or mini chandeliers, even small houses or rooms can afford the joy of owning a chandelier. These are being used in bed rooms and other tighter spaces. Some even group them to create a new look. The people of today enjoy mixing different looks within the same boundary. The modern designs of the chandeliers reflect this trend. The latest models come with rustic cast-iron fixture with crystals hanging from it, or different metals and types of glass all incorporated into one fixture. Thus, chandeliers are truly more than just looks, it is a part of modern life.

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