As soon as I laid eyes on Kendall Jenner's mountain home, I was enchanted. Featuring artful antiques, whimsical furnishings, and some of the most uplifting paint colors I've ever seen, it's a truly welcoming home that fuses the old with the new.
While practically every detail in Kendall's home is worth shouting about, the kitchen lighting instantly caught my eye. Featuring delicately pleated pendants that hang gracefully above the island, they're a thoughtful addition that quietly brings whimsy and rustic charm to the cooking space.
Small but powerful, I've been inspired to recreate Kendall's inspired set-up for a warm glow that radiates from the center of my kitchen.
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Following the three kitchen lighting rules, interior designer Heidi Caillier has created an enviably charming cooking space that couldn't be more perfect for a relaxed night in or for hosting friends for dinner. While the space is filled with thoughtful architectural details such as beams and skylights, the quaint pleated lights are the perfect way to introduce a touch of homeliness into your own kitchen.
Featuring a pleated shade finished in a classic cream, this adorable stoneware lamp couldn't be more at home in the center of a kitchen. Subtle yet wonderfully whimsical, it'll instantly elevate your cooking set-up.
Made from delicate opal glass, this precious pendant will transition into any kitchen of any style. Simple yet intricate all at once, it's a thoughtful accessory that will make the simple act of making a coffee feel inspiring and fun.
Made from a peach-toned glass, the Flautist pendant is an elegant choice that pays homage to Kendall's rustic kitchen. Paired with a warm bulb, it'll bring lasting radiance to any kitchen.
While the question 'what is the best lighting for a kitchen?' isn't always definitive, Kendall Jenner's space has made me set on pleated pendant lights that gracefully hang from the ceiling.
The perfect choice for a farmhouse kitchen, the delicate lighting is simple yet effective, bringing a much-needed nostalgic feel to the cooking space, instantly combating any sterile or clinical associations. An easy-to-style accessory, it's worth noting that the pleated shades are a stylish choice in a more modern setting. I can picture them above a table in a breakfast nook or in a marble-drenched kitchen dripping in quiet luxury.
Acting as pockets of warmth that crown the heart of the kitchen, the lighting is perfect for dark evenings where ambience is required, subtly illuminating the island without overwhelming the space. Hanging low, their placement creates spotlights of warmth to aid cooking, while the glass shade allows warm light to trickle through.
Kendall's kitchen lighting is wonderfully whimsical. A simple yet charming flourish, the pleated pendant lights create a pocket of cozy light that only adds to the sense of welcome and warmth in the cooking space.
