Small Space Furniture Round-up: Wall Sconces (plug-in)
Cedar and Moss Pearl Plug-in wall sconce in our bedroom. photo by Modern Nest Photography
Oh gosh I don’t know if i’ve ever let 2 months pass without a blog post but here we are. I’ve had thoughts swirling around in my head just trying to find the time to get them out. I wanted to share some of the themes that come up again and again during our small space chats. Mood, ambient and focused lighting in a small space can make a big difference in making a space cozy, warm and multi-functional. But sparing shelf space or floor space for an additional table or floor lamp can be a challenge so I love to suggest a wall sconce. A wall sconce is a way to add lighting without losing any space. If you have the ability to hire an electrician and add a junction box, your options are unlimited for wall sconces. But most of us don’t have the time or budget for this or r(ental restrictions don’t allow for it) so a great solution is a plug in wall sconce.
Consider how you will use the light for placement… will it be a reading light? Maybe consider a shaded lamp. Is it to add light to a darker room? Consider a glass globe lamp.
Here are a few favourites I’m drawn to at varying pricepoints…
Hay Matin Plug-in Sconce
Love this little light that comes in fun
colours. Have been eyeing the
Lavender one myself, but knowing me
would end up with the white. Designed
by Inge Sempé.
Available at Hay.com
(photo courtesy of HAY)
$245 cdn at time of article
Sarah Sherman Samuel for West Elm
Everything she touches, I swear! A fun
light to act like art on a wall while
adding glow.
Available at West Elm $329 at time of
article
Luminaire Authentik Arch-S-1-LA40
Hard to choose one from LA but love
the shape of this one and it comes with
a cord option. Lots of other great
options too. Montreal-made is a plus!
Available at Luminaire Authentik $330
at time of article
Asano Paper Moon Lamp 04
While this looks like a table lamp I have
seen it mounted on a wall and is quite
lovely with a soft glow. A number of
retailers carry this brand of paper
lanterns of various stylish shapes.
Available at Old Faithful $214.95 at time
of article
I could go on and on but will stop here and hopefully you’ve found some inspiration to consider mounting some lights on the wall. Also don’t forget to look second-hand for these lights or similar. Next time my favourite plug-in pendants for when you don’t have a ceiling light!