I love the second one. Nods to the others but a different feel.

I love the second one for that space.
I feel that the first one is too blingy and will compete too much with your gorgeous chandy.

I actually like the first one. With all the crystal you have in that space, I think you need to continue the sparkle over the sink, too! :)

Number 2 for sure! I think the first one will be overkill and probably not bright enough.

Bee Really when can I come to see this kitchen?! The fridge is outstanding and I'm trying to talk my DH into this. He does not think I'm tidy enough for a display fridge ;(.
Great light choices all except for the first one for over the sink. I like the bling just not that bling, The drum shade seems more elegant --I would want that extra wattage for light.

Also, I think the shape of the first light will look better with your trim around the upper cabinets, on either side of the sink. The angle on either side would really be set off by the round pendant. Just my two cents :)

I like #2. I still has the wow factor with the crystals underneath which will probably winkle in the sunlight of the window, but it doesn't try to compete with your island chandy.

Love the kitchen so far btw!!

Love both, but #1 is my pick. It seems to fit the space and will not obstruct any part of the window, wall etc. The shape is better for space.

I recall you discussed the window size in previous posts and with #2 will it "overpower" the window? If the window is 36" wide, greater than 1/3 of the window width will be the light.

Is the shade fabric? If so, I would reconsider it in the kitchen. Your beautiful range hood will do an excellent job, but there may be some residue that gets on the shade.

You have phenomenal style and love all your choices.

Cant get a picture here but try looking at this from amazon
Eurofase 12260-010 Vidal $81.00-- a bit trendier to go with the breakfast light but still blingy for the chandy

we have a light similar to the shonbek, original to the house (1922) as far as I can tell but with a metal top, not glass. It is a lovely light but needs a lot of cleaning to keep looking good. Caspian

I love #1 with your kitchen!!..
OH, and the DR light... WOW!! LOVE IT!!!!!!

Your kitchen is looking beautiful! So fun! I am totally in love with the 1st one It's the perfect little sister to your island chande and will add that certain je ne sais quoi. An extra measure of magic to your already beautiful space.

I like both. But, like the 2nd one better. It has an interesting shape, modern eclectic like your other house. And, it has that little bling without taking away from the centerpiece.

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In a vacuum, I prefer #2, but don't think it will look right over the sink. How far from the wall is the box? Enough room for half the diameter of #2 plus a couple of inches?

I don't think #1 is as pretty as either of your other chandies. Something about the shape...

My vote is #2!!! My opinion is #1 is beautiful but you have enough "bling" with the others. That frig....ohhhhh my! Need more pics!

I vote for #1. I think #2 might distract from the light that is on it's way (home, haha!) but would still compliment all the other lighting.

boo hoo hoo

I really don't know what to do. Although the LightingNewYork offer with FREE return shipping makes checking that out worthwhile. I did see that email too, but didn't read about the free return.

My dh asked today that I stop spending money for a little bit. But it's on sale...

I'll work on him.

I'm not sure which way to go either, I must admit. The smaller one's biggest concern for me is that it will not throw enough light. 1 chandelier bulb is not much.

good point about how far out is the junction box. I think it's out far enough, but I will double check.

I'll keep you posted. Now to check to see where the breakfast room light is. I think it is coming via horseback. I'm not sure how Fed Ex can manage to move so slowly. It can't be easy for them.

Bee

Hey Bee! Your kitchen is looking fabulous!!! I am loving it and sooooo jealous!

Here are some very quick and probably not to scale photo edits for you.

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aktillery, nice! The 2nd one is probably close in scale. It is 13" wide, and the window is probably 24" . The 1st one is a little big, (only 8" wide) but it gives a good idea.

Thanks so much!

Bee

I wonder which one will throw the best light on your dishes/crystal in the cabinets? Or do you have some kind of strip lights in the cabinets?

Now that Actillery has made it easier...I vote for #1- especially with the glass fronts on the cabinets...and it coordinates with the rest of the crystal sparkles...Looking forward to more pictures!

No design advice here, I'm designer illiterate. :)

BUT, will you PLEASE move that tote bag so I can see that gorgeous fridge?

I like both but personally would need #2 for the added light. You plan such beautiful kitchens Bee!!

Oh Heavens to Betsy. Where is my post from earlier? Wonder where it went? PRobably posted on the wrong thread!

I went to the house. I think the 1st one will fit the space really well. But the light issue.

So I went back to Overstock. Sonofagun. Almost identical light available with a regular light, up to 100 watts. So, that's good, right?

Now, I'm waiting for an O coupon. Should be one this weekend. Tick tock...

Maybe I'll take some other pics susie. The cardboard is sort of a killer too, isn't it? I think it's time to play with the kitchen a little! Any idea how badly I want to put a big glass vase on the counter with flowers in it? How hysterical is that? There are no plumbing fixtures in there, no vent hooked up, cabinets are not all done, but I want to decorate so badly! (I actually have my eye on one of those footed apothecary jars with the footed base you see at Home Goods--remove the lid, fabulous vase!)

Trying to control myself.

Bee

Bee- Same type of light as #1, with more wattage...sounds perfect! :)

I prefer the crystal...my own prejudices....I'm not a fan of these drum light fixtures though I know they are popular now. And I love crystal!

I won't comment on the design, as I think both will work. Originally I was going to vote for #1, but seeing the aktillery's pictures I like the size of the second one better in relation to the window size.