We installed this in the centre of our living room above our coffee table. It's a good transitional design that works with our original 1940s wall sconces but moves the decor in a more contemporary direction. Another feature is that it is shorter than most similar lights - perfect for our only 8 foot ceilings. This chandelier gives off a lot of light and we have to use it on a dimmer. The shade is oatmeal-coloured and quite heavy so we do need to turn on other lights around the room (i.e., the sconces) to get light into the farther corners. One of the arms is slightly bent; not anything most people would notice. It's otherwise a well made and attractive.