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Wall Sconces Beside a Sofa: Placement, Scale, and Glare

A wall sconce beside a sofa can make a living room feel composed even when the overhead lights are off. It can also produce an irritating bright spot at eye level, compete with artwork, or make the sofa look visually lopsided. Placement is less about copying a universal height and more about understanding the people, furniture, and wall around it. Start with the view from a seated position, then work outward to proportion, electrical requirements, and style.