Kitchen lighting - different ceiling heights

9 years ago

Hi, I'm currently remodelling my house, and cannot decide how to do the lighting for the kitchen. You'll see in the picture there are two RSJs. The ceiling to the right of right-hand RSJ is lower than the ceiling on the left of it. The lower ceiling is approx 2320, whilst to the left is 2850. I'm trying to avoid recessed spots as I don't like them too much. I do quite like track lighting though, however I'm concerned about emphasising the height difference too much. The current proposal is set out below with lights above the island, a wall light, and the light that has been circled. This might be the best way of doing it, but any advice out there would be greatly appreciated!

Just to provide a sense of perspective the kitchen is approx 7000 long, and the island is 4000. Also the lights on the other side of the room (above table etc), are reclaimed midcentury lights which I would like to match in style if I can.

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9 years ago
Hi, Charlie,

This looks like an interesting plan -- what are you doing about lighting for the work surfaces? Will you have under-cupboard lighting? I know you say you don't like downlights (recessed spots), however they can be extremely useful (on a separate circuit) to have as additional worktop lighting, to make sure you don't work in the dark! Their unobtrusiveness also allows you to have the style of light fittings elsewhere that you want, which might not be enough light on their own.

Regarding the ceiling fittings; I do get that different ceiling heights are a challenge. It all depends on what you want to light, and if the lights as positioned will work for your lifestyle. However, I wouldn't worry too much, and instead make sure that all areas have enough light for their purpose.

Depending on the fittings chosen, you could even have one large pendant rather than the two that are shown over the island (between the RSJs); although two smaller fittings would also work, as shown.

What will that single, circled fitting light? It generally works best if the light fitting has a specific purpose and is lighting something in particular rather than just a patch of floor. Would it make sense to have it over the island at that point rather than between the island and cabinets? That could also be a track over that part of the island if that is what you like, as long at is is simple enough to work with whatever pendant fittings you choose for the other area. Or it could be a pendant matching the others, even with the different ceiling heights.
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