kitchen lighting design help needed

14 years ago

We are still planning our kitchen remodel and need some advice on the lighting plan. Here is the layout:

We want 2 large sun tunnels(21 inch dia.) to provide natural light, and they will also have lights in them. I thought having them angled in the room, 1 near the sink (top left in drawing) and 1 near the bottom right area.

Also planning 4" can lights and wondered how many and placement of those in this room.

We have not decided on what type of lighting for the "communication center" on the right, possibly 2 pendants?

Any tips or advice would be greatly appreciated.

Wade

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wade_clara
Original Author
14 years ago
Looking for an opinion on this set up:
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Will most likely have 2 pendant lights at comm. center and thought about a wall mounted light on the side of the cabinet over the sink.
any thoughts?
Wade
steff_1
14 years ago
You have enough lights if your ceilings are 10' or lower. If you have a 30 degree beam spread, each light should cover approx. 20 square feet or more so you have plenty of overlap in your plan. Put them on two circuits with dimmers so you have options. Downlights are behind the work area, so someone at the counter would cast shadows. You should consider adding undercabinet lighting if feasible.

I notice you have void areas in your plan. If you want to use that space, there are great options on corner cabinets out there.
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Check this site out as it is just what you're looking for! It will give you a professional lighting plan including product specification. Don't guess at your lighting as it is far too important.

Here is a link that might be useful: Lighting Exclusively
wade_clara
Original Author
14 years ago
Thank you very much for the help. I'll have to look closely at the lights used and the degree of spread as steff suggested. I've reconsidered placement of the sun tunnels and will definitely have undercabinet lighting as well.
I'll take a look at that sight and will also do some more internet searches on lighting tutorials.
Thanks!
Wade

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