Shop 508 medium chandeliers sized 24-36 inches for rooms where standard fixtures make the right statement. Our collection features crystal chandeliers, modern sputnik designs, classic drum styles, and artisan-crafted fixtures from H.A. Framburg, Currey & Company, Hubbardton Forge, Generation Lighting, and 13 additional premium brands.
Find the perfect medium chandelier for dining rooms seating 6-8, living rooms up to 256 square feet, and foyer and hallway spaces with 8-10 foot ceilings.
Why Medium Chandeliers?
Medium chandeliers occupy the sweet spot between understated accent lighting and dramatic statement pieces. At 24-36 inches in diameter, these fixtures suit the most common American room sizes—dining rooms with 48-60 inch tables, living rooms measuring 12×12 to 16×16 feet, and standard foyers where small chandeliers feel insufficient but large chandeliers overwhelm.
This size category represents the largest selection in our chandelier collection, with 508 fixtures spanning traditional crystal designs to contemporary LED-integrated options. Whether furnishing a new home or replacing dated lighting, medium chandeliers provide versatility across architectural styles and room functions.
Medium Chandeliers by Room
Dining Room Medium Chandeliers
Medium chandeliers transform dining rooms into gathering spaces where light becomes part of the experience. The 24-36 inch diameter range suits dining tables seating 6-8 people—the most common configuration in American homes.
Sizing by Table:
Table Width
Recommended Chandelier
Table Shape
42 inches
24-28 inch diameter
Round/Square
48 inches
24-32 inch diameter
Round/Rectangular
54 inches
27-36 inch diameter
Round/Oval
60 inches
30-36+ inch diameter
Rectangular
For rectangular dining tables over 72 inches, consider two medium chandeliers spaced 26-30 inches apart rather than one large chandelier. This approach distributes light evenly and creates visual balance over longer surfaces.
Hanging Height: Position medium chandeliers 30-36 inches above the dining table surface. For ceilings higher than 8 feet, add 3 inches of height for each additional foot of ceiling. A 10-foot ceiling calls for 36-42 inches above the table.
Living Room Medium Chandeliers
Living room chandeliers anchor seating arrangements and provide ambient illumination that layers with floor lamps, table lamps, and recessed fixtures. Medium chandeliers suit living rooms from 144-256 square feet (12×12 to 16×16 feet).
Room Size Formula: Add your room's length and width in feet; the sum equals your ideal chandelier diameter in inches. A 14×16 foot living room calls for a 30-inch chandelier.
Position living room chandeliers centered over conversation areas or coffee tables rather than geometric room centers. Maintain 7 feet minimum clearance from floor to fixture bottom in walkways.
Foyer and Entryway Medium Chandeliers
First impressions begin at the front door. Medium chandeliers in foyer and hallway spaces establish your home's design direction before guests reach the living areas.
For two-story foyers with open staircases, position the chandelier so its center aligns with the second-floor sightline or slightly below the landing. This placement creates drama from both levels while maintaining proper scale.
Standard entry foyers with 8-10 foot ceilings accommodate medium chandeliers beautifully. Maintain 7.5 feet minimum clearance to avoid head contact.
Kitchen Island Medium Chandeliers
Medium chandeliers over kitchen islands create focal points in open-concept homes where kitchens connect to dining and living areas. Linear medium chandeliers work particularly well, spanning 24-36 inches to illuminate prep surfaces and casual dining.
Position kitchen chandeliers 30-36 inches above counter surfaces. For islands over 5 feet long, two small chandeliers or coordinated pendants may provide better coverage than a single medium fixture.
Bedroom Medium Chandeliers
Master bedrooms and large guest rooms accommodate medium chandeliers as romantic centerpieces. Position fixtures centered over the bed or in seating areas, maintaining 7 feet floor clearance and avoiding placement directly over where you sit up in bed.
Crystal and drum medium chandeliers suit bedroom applications, with dimmer compatibility essential for adjusting from bright morning illumination to soft evening ambiance.
Medium Chandelier Styles
Crystal Medium Chandeliers
Crystal medium chandeliers range from traditional tiered designs with cascading prisms to contemporary geometric frames with suspended crystal elements. K9 optical glass provides superior clarity and light refraction, while hand-cut crystal creates exceptional rainbow patterns. These fixtures suit formal dining rooms, glamorous living rooms, and elegant foyers.
Currey & Company's 51 medium chandeliers include crystal options combining traditional craftsmanship with contemporary silhouettes. H.A. Framburg's American-made crystal chandeliers have defined formal spaces since 1905.
Modern and Contemporary Medium Chandeliers
Modern medium chandeliers embrace clean geometry, innovative materials, and LED integration. Sputnik designs radiate arms from central spheres in mid-century fashion. Globe chandeliers suspend spherical frames in minimalist arrangements. Sculptural fixtures blur boundaries between lighting and art.
Kuzco's 20 medium chandeliers specialize in LED-integrated contemporary designs with architectural precision and energy efficiency. George Kovacs and Alora contribute modern aesthetics with unexpected details and refined proportions.
Traditional Medium Chandeliers
Traditional medium chandeliers honor classic forms—candelabra arms, decorative scrollwork, tiered designs, and ornate metalwork. These fixtures anchor formal dining rooms and establish timeless elegance in traditional homes.
H.A. Framburg leads this category with 150 medium chandeliers spanning traditional and transitional styles. American-made since 1905, Framburg fixtures represent the largest brand presence in our medium chandelier collection.
Transitional Medium Chandeliers
Transitional designs bridge traditional silhouettes with contemporary finishes and simplified details. This style suits homes mixing vintage furniture with modern architecture or traditional layouts with updated aesthetics.
Generation Lighting's 34 medium chandeliers include transitional options from designer collaborations with Thomas O'Brien, Chapman & Myers, and Ellen DeGeneres.
Drum Medium Chandeliers
Drum chandeliers wrap cylindrical shades around light sources, creating diffused illumination ideal for bedrooms, casual dining, and living rooms. Available in fabric, metal, and crystal-embellished variations, drum chandeliers soften light while adding texture.
Lantern Medium Chandeliers
Lantern chandeliers feature open framework construction in rectangular, square, or hexagonal forms. Colonial, farmhouse, and coastal styles suit this silhouette. Northeast Lantern crafts 8 medium lantern chandeliers in solid brass and copper using traditional Maine craftsmanship.
Globe and Sphere Medium Chandeliers
Globe chandeliers balance rooms through spherical geometry. Wire-frame globes suit modern spaces; glass globe clusters create artisan appeal. These versatile fixtures work in dining rooms, bedrooms, and foyers where their balanced proportions complement varied furniture styles.
Linear Medium Chandeliers
Linear chandeliers extend horizontally, designed specifically for rectangular dining tables and kitchen islands. The 24-36 inch length range suits tables up to 60 inches, with longer options available in our large chandeliers collection.
Featured Medium Chandelier Brands
H.A. Framburg (150 chandeliers): American-made crystal and traditional chandeliers since 1905—the largest selection in our medium chandelier collection. Framburg's craftsmanship defines formal dining rooms and elegant living spaces across the country.
Currey & Company (51 chandeliers): Artisan-crafted fixtures combining natural materials, hand-applied finishes, and distinctive designs. Known for rattan, wrought iron, and mixed-material chandeliers with handmade character.
Generation Lighting (34 chandeliers): Designer collaborations with Thomas O'Brien, Chapman & Myers, Ellen DeGeneres, and Aerin at accessible price points. Transitional and contemporary styles with trend-forward finishes.
Minka Lavery (29 chandeliers): Metropolitan elegance with quality construction. Known for distinctive finishes including Olympus Gold, Honey Gold, and specialty bronze tones.
Alora (21 chandeliers): Contemporary designs with refined proportions and modern aesthetics.
Kuzco (20 chandeliers): LED-integrated contemporary chandeliers with architectural precision and energy efficiency. Kuzco specializes in modern technology meeting sculptural design.
Golden Lighting (20 chandeliers): Value-driven traditional and farmhouse styles with reliable construction and classic appeal.
Hubbardton Forge (18 chandeliers): Hand-forged wrought iron made in Vermont since 1974. Each fixture crafted by skilled artisans using traditional metalworking techniques.
Alora Mood (16 chandeliers): Fashion-forward lighting with contemporary personality.
Metropolitan (8 chandeliers): Traditional elegance with refined details and quality materials.
Northeast Lantern (8 chandeliers): Handcrafted solid brass and copper lanterns made in Maine using time-honored techniques.
Craftmade (6 chandeliers): Reliable quality across traditional and transitional styles.
Arroyo Craftsman (5 chandeliers): Arts & Crafts tradition with hand-crafted details and period-authentic designs.
George Kovacs (5 chandeliers): Mid-century modern DNA with clean lines and innovative forms.
Hunter Lighting (5 chandeliers): Transitional designs with practical features and accessible pricing.
Medium chandeliers (24-36 inches diameter) suit rooms from 144-256 square feet, which translates to 12×12 through 16×16 feet. Use the room formula: add length plus width in feet to get your ideal diameter in inches. A 14×14 foot room calls for a 28-inch chandelier. For dining applications, medium chandeliers work over tables seating 6-8 people with table widths from 42-60 inches.
How do I choose the right medium chandelier for my dining table?
Select a chandelier diameter that equals one-half to two-thirds your table width. A 48-inch table pairs with 24-32 inch chandeliers; a 54-inch table suits 27-36 inch fixtures. The chandelier should be at least 6 inches narrower than the table on each side. For rectangular tables over 72 inches, consider two medium chandeliers spaced 26-30 inches apart for even illumination.
How high should I hang my medium chandelier?
Over dining tables, hang chandeliers 30-36 inches above the table surface. For each foot of ceiling height above 8 feet, add 3 inches to this measurement. In living rooms, foyers, and other open areas, maintain 7 feet minimum clearance from floor to fixture bottom. Two-story foyers should position chandeliers at second-floor eye level or slightly below.
What's the difference between medium and large chandeliers?
Medium chandeliers measure 24-36 inches in diameter and suit rooms up to 256 square feet with tables seating 6-8 people. Large chandeliers exceed 36 inches and work in rooms over 256 square feet, great rooms with high ceilings, and dining tables seating 8-12. For intimate spaces under 150 square feet, consider small chandeliers (18-24 inches).
Can I use a medium chandelier over my kitchen island?
Yes. Linear medium chandeliers work particularly well over kitchen islands, providing task lighting for food preparation and ambient illumination for casual dining. Position the fixture 30-36 inches above the counter surface. For islands over 5 feet long, two small chandeliers or coordinated pendants may provide more even coverage.
