LiGHT SERIES 4: STONE LOBBY

My first impression of this space upon in entry is that is is dark and unwelcoming. There are two main light fixtures which are large pendant lamps and distribute semi-indirect light because at least 90% of the light it gives off is directed upward. The lamps contained as part of this luminaire are incandescent bulbs. There are moments of brightness on the underside of the actual basin because of its proximity to the lamps which create hot spots of distraction. There is a soft warm glow reflected directly above the fixture on the ceiling that radiates outward with a nice gradient. The floor is very dark and receives little of the light given off. The entire lobby, as small as it is, seems too dark and cold for its function.
There is definitely no issues with the space being too bright , the problem is the contrary. I feel like this space should be bright, warm and hospitable to guests upon entry. I always feel like I want to turn around and walk back out the door. I think the formality of these fixtures works for the space, but additional light is needed. Perhaps adding recessed directional down lighting along the perimeter of the ceiling would be successful in conjunction with the pendant lighting.
The patterns of light and shadow (or the lack there of) are not altogether apparent in this space. The space is so dark that it is hard to visualize shadow from the light because the light is not strong enough to produce prominent shadow that contrasts with the light. The only pattern of light visible is the reflected soft glow on the ceiling directly above the fixture, which radiates outwar with a soft gradient.