Sometimes the most transformative updates aren’t about tearing down walls or buying new furniture, they’re about lighting.
The right fixture can change the mood of a room, highlight its best features, and even make it feel brand new. That’s exactly what happened when we decided to refresh our dining room with nothing more than a lighting upgrade.
Just so you know I not a dining table person. I can eat anywhere (apart from the bathroom) as long as I’m comfortable 
For years, Our dining room had been lit by a single, old ceiling fixture that cast a harsh, uneven glow. Family dinners often felt dim and uninspired, and even during gatherings, the room never felt as inviting as I’ve always wanted it to be.
We realized it wasn’t the table or the décor holding the room back, it was the lighting,
We began by replacing the old fixture with a modern chandelier that suited the scale of the space. The new piece became both a light source and a design statement, instantly drawing attention to the dining table.
To add depth and flexibility, we layered in wall sconces and a dimmer switch, allowing them to adjust brightness depending on the occasion, soft and warm at family dinners, and brighter light for game nights or projects.
The difference was Breath-taking. The dining room, once flat and unremarkable, now felt warm, intimate, and polished.
Even the existing furniture looked better under the new lighting, and guests immediately noticed the change. It felt like we renovated the entire room, but all we did was update the lighting.
The experience has shown me how impactful a simple change can be. A thoughtful lighting update can redefine the atmosphere of a space without the need for major renovations. By choosing the right fixtures and layering light thoughtfully, any dining room can shift from dull to dazzling, proving that sometimes, it’s not about what you add, but how you illuminate what’s already there.
Apparently I lost the before pictures when my phone got stolen
But the image above shows what it looks like currently
