It’s that time of year when the temps are rising, and I’m looking for ALL of the ways to cool down and catch a breeze. I am a huge proponent of ceiling fans, and we have one in almost every room of our home. As someone sensitive to aesthetics in all things (even -especially- utilitarian things), I am always on the lookout for invisible ceiling fans. Let me explain.
Invisible Ceiling Fans
As an object of function, a ceiling fan should either disappear into the ceiling (be camouflaged, if you will), or be so understated in it’s simplicity and beauty that it feels like a completely natural extension of the design of the room.
Most ceilings in the US are white, so a clean-lined white fan is often an ideal choice. If you’re wanting some contrast or more eye catching style, a darker fan (black, wood look, or metal), is a great option. As with most things, I say keep it simple. I don’t typically go for ornate, embellished fans.
Light or No Light?
Generally speaking, I prefer fans without lights. Overhead lighting in general should be installed and/or used sparingly in my opinion. I much prefer floor or table lamps or sconces as ambient lighting sources. Sometimes, though, it’s preferable or necessary for the fan to also have a light. Again…the simpler, the better.
I’ve rounded up ten fans that fit this criteria below.
One | Two | Three | Four | Five | Six | Seven | Eight | Nine | Ten
Do you love having ceiling fans as much as I do? Those rare days that we can have the windows open and a slight breeze from fans are my absolute favorite.
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cate