Set the tone in your dining room, living room, or other common area with a modern chandelier. These are not just light fixtures, but also an artistic statement that provide a contemporary or futuristic focal point to a room. Lots of metal and an interesting design are hallmarks of this type of fixture. When shopping for a modern chandelier, note the number/wattage and accessibility of the bulbs. These will determine how much light the chandelier throws, and how difficult it will be to change bulbs when they blow. Does it require special bulbs that might be hard to find? Does it ship with all mounting hardware and brackets? Installation could be interesting too, so know what you’re walking into.