{Chandeliers}

Sometimes I think we all long for that extra dash of elegance in our lives, and the faithful chandelier is pretty much elegance in an instant. What strikes me about this collection of images, though, is the variety of schemes in which are glamorous friends are used. From farmhouse-chic (1) dining rooms to modern-meets-grandeur kitchens (6). Weirdly, the chandelier seems to work its sparkling magic everytime.

Images: 1. Living Etc; 2. AT; 3. Bramborne Farm; 4, 6. DtoI; 5. Elle Decor; 7. HGTV; 8. Skona Hem via Perfect Gray; 9. HousetoHome

{Sophisticated Los Angeles Interior}

If I was in LA, this is where I would hang out. Cool and sophisticated, yet warm and welcoming. I love the industrial feel of the space. As for the statement lighting, wow, just wow! Who's coming for cocktails?!

Image: LA Times