Kitchen Lighting Design
A good kitchen is lit in layers: ambient light overhead, task light where you cut and cook and accent light that makes the room feel warm. We plan recessed lights, pendants, under-cabinet strips and cabinet interiors on a drawing, put the wiring in before the drywall and choose bulbs that make food and finishes look their best.
- Best forKitchens that feel dim, flat or shadowy
- Typical planPlan the layers, rough in wiring, install fixtures, test
- TeamDesigners and electricians
- Pairs well withNew cabinets, islands and backsplash
What kitchen lighting design includes
- 1Three layersAmbient, task and accent lights work together so the room looks good and works well.
- 2Planned before drywallWiring and boxes go in while the walls are open, so there are no surprise patches.
- 3Dimmers and zonesSeparate switches and dimmers let you set the mood for cooking, homework or dinner.
- 4Good light qualityWe choose color temperatures and brightness that flatter food, counters and cabinets.
From the first visit to the finished kitchen
- 1Map your tasksWe look at where you cook, prep, eat and gather.
- 2Plan the layersFixture types and positions are drawn.
- 3Wire and installWiring goes in, then fixtures and dimmers.
- 4Test and tuneWe check brightness and color and adjust the dimmers.
Is kitchen lighting design right for you?
- Your kitchen feels dark or shadowy
- You are adding an island or a new layout
- You want under-cabinet and pendant lights
- You want a kitchen that feels warm in the evening
About kitchen lighting design
How many recessed lights do I need?
It depends on the room size, ceiling height and the other layers of light. We plan the spacing on a drawing so the light is even without a cluttered ceiling.
What color temperature is best?
Most kitchens look good in a warm white to neutral range. We show samples so you can see the difference.
Do you hang pendants over islands?
Yes. We plan the height, spacing and wiring so the pendants sit right over the island and look balanced.
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Thinking about kitchen lighting design?
Call or text, or send the form. Tell us about your kitchen and we will tell you how we would approach it.