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Kitchen Lighting Design
Create the perfect lighting for your kitchen with our professional lighting design services. From task lighting to ambient illumination, we'll transform your space.
Lighting Types and What They Cost
Choose from our comprehensive selection of kitchen lighting solutions designed for function and style.
Under Cabinet Lighting
LED strip lighting installed under cabinets to provide task lighting for countertops and workspaces.
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Price Range
$200 - $800 per cabinet
Installation
Professional installation included
Pendant Lighting
Decorative pendant lights suspended over islands, peninsulas, and dining areas for both function and style.
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Price Range
$150 - $1,200 per fixture
Installation
Professional installation included
Recessed Lighting
Flush-mounted ceiling lights that provide general illumination throughout the kitchen without taking up visual space.
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Price Range
$100 - $400 per fixture
Installation
Professional installation included
Cabinet Interior Lighting
LED lighting inside cabinets and drawers to illuminate contents and create a premium feel.
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Price Range
$50 - $200 per cabinet
Installation
Professional installation included
The Four Layers of Kitchen Lighting
Our lighting designs are tailored to create the perfect atmosphere and functionality for your kitchen.
Task Lighting
Focused lighting for specific work areas like food preparation, cooking, and cleaning.
Applications:
- • Under cabinet strips
- • Pendant lights over island
- • Track lighting
- • Recessed spotlights
Benefits:
- • Improved visibility
- • Reduced eye strain
- • Better safety
- • Enhanced productivity
Ambient Lighting
General lighting that provides overall illumination and sets the mood in your kitchen.
Applications:
- • Recessed ceiling lights
- • Chandeliers
- • Wall sconces
- • Cove lighting
Benefits:
- • Overall illumination
- • Mood setting
- • Space definition
- • Visual comfort
Accent Lighting
Decorative lighting that highlights architectural features, artwork, or design elements.
Applications:
- • Cabinet toe kick lighting
- • Display lighting
- • Under counter lighting
- • Wall grazing
Benefits:
- • Visual interest
- • Depth creation
- • Feature highlighting
- • Dramatic effect
Smart Lighting
Intelligent lighting systems with automation, dimming, and color temperature control.
Applications:
- • Smart switches
- • Color changing LEDs
- • Motion sensors
- • Voice control
Benefits:
- • Convenience
- • Energy savings
- • Customization
- • Modern technology
From Assessment to Installation
We follow a systematic approach to ensure your kitchen lighting is perfectly designed and installed.
Lighting Assessment
Evaluate your current lighting, natural light sources, and identify areas that need improvement.
Activities:
- Current lighting analysis
- Natural light assessment
- Task area identification
- Power requirements
Design Development
Create a comprehensive lighting plan that addresses all your needs and preferences.
Activities:
- Lighting layout
- Fixture selection
- Control planning
- Cost estimation
Installation Planning
Coordinate with electricians and plan the installation process to minimize disruption.
Activities:
- Electrical planning
- Timeline coordination
- Material ordering
- Installation scheduling
Installation & Testing
Professional installation of all lighting fixtures with thorough testing and adjustment.
Activities:
- Fixture installation
- Wiring connections
- Testing and adjustment
- Final walkthrough
Kitchen Lighting Questions
- What types of lighting do I need in my kitchen?
- A well-lit kitchen typically combines task lighting under the cabinets, ambient lighting from ceiling fixtures, and accent lighting on decorative elements. The lighting assessment stage evaluates your current lighting, natural light sources, and the task areas that need improvement, and the recommended combination is built from that analysis.
- Are LED lights worth the investment in a kitchen?
- LED lighting is the basis of most of the kitchen lighting we install. LED strips under cabinets are energy efficient, dimmable, and long-lived, and cabinet interior LEDs add warm white light with motion sensors and automatic shutoff. Smart lighting systems extend this further with color temperature control.
- Can you install kitchen lighting in an existing kitchen?
- Yes, kitchen lighting can be installed in existing kitchens. The installation planning stage reviews the electrical requirements and schedules the work to minimize disruption, and any modifications needed to accommodate the new fixtures are made before installation and testing.
- Do you offer smart kitchen lighting?
- Yes. Smart lighting systems cover dimming, color temperature control, and automation, built from smart switches, color-changing LEDs, and motion sensors. These systems can be operated through smartphone apps or voice control.
Where We Design Kitchen Lighting
We bring custom lighting design to luxury kitchens across California's most discerning communities.
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