Bold Fixtures and Creative Lighting in a Sleek, Modern Kitchen

Bold color isn't the only way to create excitement. Kitchen designer Vasi Ypsilantis used these oversiz ed light fixtures with black fabric shades from Tech Lighting to add some wow: "They're about 2 feet in diameter and are slightly larger than you would expect for the space," she says. "But they give a great sense of depth perception and create drama in a room with a typical low ceiling." The luxurious cabinets are Poggenpohl's Marsh Oak Veneer with a rich near-black stain. Image courtesy of Poggenpohl