Contemporary living room with IN-16 white coffered ceiling beams and concealed warm LED uplighting

IN-16 lighting design guide

IN-16 · LED

A recessed accent line for modern LED coffered ceilings.

IN-16 uses a purposeful inset to bring a subtle linear emphasis to contemporary grids and lighting schemes.

IN-16 coffered ceiling profile with a continuous warm LED ceiling wash.

Design and lighting guide

Designing concealed LED light with IN-16

The profile, source position and reflecting surface must be planned together. That coordination is what turns a hidden linear source into an architectural ceiling effect.

Let the profile geometry lead

The recessed detail can frame a controlled shadow while concealed light brightens the ceiling plane above. The source should remain hidden at normal standing and seated viewpoints.

Treat the strip, channel and diffuser as one system; confirm their setback and aiming with the selected components. The principle is related to architectural light coves, adapted here to the beams of a coffered or waffle ceiling.

Match the effect to the room

It is well suited to modern kitchens, offices and entertainment rooms that already use linear lighting or minimal trim.

Control the ambient layer separately from recessed spotlights or decorative fixtures so the room can shift from everyday use to a quieter evening scene.

Plan the concealed components

Align the illuminated run with cabinetry, islands and other strong room axes. Coordinate the concealed LED layer separately from task lighting and recessed spotlights.

Also establish wiring routes, driver location and access, heat management and dimming compatibility before the beam details are closed and finished.

From guide to detail

See the IN-16 LED room, cross-section and dimensions.

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