Sputnik Style 30" Wide White Finish Modern Chandelier by Kichler

When the Armstrong 8 Light Chandelier arrived, I was amazed at the size of the box. How could a large light fixture like this fit in such a compact box? The answer is in the 'sputnik' design. The 'arms' of the fixture fully rotate in all directions. The shipping form of the light had all arms parallel, so it did not take up much room at all. Speaking of the packaging of the item, it was very secure. It actually was more difficult to open the box than to hang the light. Each 'arm' was individually protected and the whole fixture was wrapped tightly in protective covering. After the fixture was unpacked, I simply removed my old (ugly) fixture in my dining room and examined the hardware. Luckily, the Armstrong was able to attach to my existing setup. There was no need for me to make any changes to the current arrangement. It was easy to splice the wires of the new fixture into my current switch and then just screw the support to the light into the ceiling. I believe that this is a fairly standard operation, and most people could complete this job in 15-20 minutes even with no experience. The chrome base that attaches to the ceiling is solid and attractive. This thing is not going to fall!! As for the overall appearance of the light, I had actually considered hanging it in my two-story entryway. I was concerned that having the light at eye level would blind guests since the lights of the arms point at the room at basically just above eye level (although they are fully adjustable. You could point them straight up and down if you wanted to). That concern turned out to be no worry at all. With the size/type of bulbs that this takes, that turned out to be a non-issue. In fact, it looks pretty cool, as this fixture is on a dimmer and I can create different moods with the way the lights paint the room. Another concern that I had is that each 'arm' might act as an individual spotlight. That is not the case. I am not sure if it is the bulbs that I chose, but the light washes the room equally. There are no harsh beams spiking out to individual areas. On a final note, the fixture actually looks like a piece of hanging artwork. Every single guest we have had has complimented it. In fact, the look is so eye-catching, I am considering hanging it in the entryway, although I have another high-quality fixture from Kichler hanging there now. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]

Talk about a statement piece! Kichler's Armstrong 10 Light Chandelier in black is an eye popping piece of art. A gorgeous design with its geometric shape, clean lines and distinct modern features. This fixture has given my entryway a new hip, trendy vibe that was desperately needed. I am so thrilled. I have received so many compliments. The entrance to my home now has some character, some spunk that totally matches my family's personality. It added much needed illumination to the space. The multiple adjustable rods/arms allow for many different configurations so you are able to adjust the lighting to your precise liking. To my surprise, there are no strong, blinding streams of light coming from each individual rod. Honestly, I was a bit worried about that. All the light blends together nicely. The installation was straightforward and uneventful with the help of my electrician mate. Super happy with this modern, unique piece. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]