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Dining room inspiration: Sputnik chandeliers

August 19, 2015

Sputnik chandelier over a kitchen table

My latest obsession? Sputnik chandeliers and all things space-related.

After forgoing some much-needed beauty sleep last week to finish my library copy of The Astronaut Wives Club, I immediately made Jordan binge-watch the TV series with me. (The season finale airs tomorrow!) Next I want to watch The Right Stuff and Apollo 13, both of which I’ve never seen.

My interest in outer space isn’t new. As a kid, I loved The Jetsons and visiting The National Air and Space Museum on our family trips to DC. And I’ve always been fascinated by mid-century modern decor, which — surprise! — was heavily influenced by the space age.

A mid-century modern Sputnik chandelier hangs over a table

Large Sputnik chandelier over dining room table

Mid-century modern lighting, especially, was inspired by futuristic flying saucers and satellites. Take the iconic Sputnik chandelier, for example. The 1950s-designed light fixture with long spokes and glass orbs was named after the world’s first satellite.

Our rental townhouse came with a rustic light fixture in the dining room that I wanted to replace with something more modern as soon as we signed the lease. Wanna guess what type of chandelier I picked? A Sputnik! I promise to share photos as soon as I finish decorating the dining room.

For now, here are 8 spectacular — and affordable — Sputnik chandeliers to bring a mid-century modern vibe to your space.

 

Sputnik chandeliers that will bring mid-century style to any dining room | A Girl Named PJ

Shop Sputnik chandeliers: 1. Dot & Bo // 2. CB2 //  3. Lamps Plus // 4. Lamps Plus // 5. Lowes // 6. All Modern // 7. West Elm // 8. School House Electric

What do you think of these satellite-style light fixtures? Which Sputnik chandelier (#1 – 8) would you hang in your house?

(images via My Sweet Savannah, Niche Interiors, Remodelista)

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  1. Marlene @ Jade and Fern

    August 19, 2015 at 7:46 pm

    Heehee, I love thinking of you nerding out over space! My big thing was dinosaurs. Unfortunately those haven’t inspired much glamorous decor. Love these Sputniks and can’t wait to see yours!

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  2. Lindsay - Shrimp Salad Circus

    August 20, 2015 at 11:07 am

    Great finds – I especially love #5!!

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  3. Breanna

    August 20, 2015 at 12:54 pm

    Ah these are all so great. I think I’m leaning towards 2!

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