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Downlights & Recessed Lighting


No matter the task, downlights are sure to provide a nice blend to any room.

Downlights are a great fuss-free, space-saving option. These inconspicuous LED lights are perfect for delivering full-room lighting to any space, task lighting over work areas, and highlighting architectural features of a room or a new piece of artwork.

Our Downlights Collections

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Ara Downlights

Newly launched Ara downlights utilize edge-lit technology and an optical diffuser to fill a room with light and coordinate well with a variety of environments inside and out.

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Gen Downlights

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Horizon Downlights

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Zeo downlights

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DtC Downlights

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Lighting technology

5 Built-In Color Temperatures


Horizon and Gen Collections now include color temperature selection models - offering five hues of white light in one fixture.

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Large Spaces & High Ceilings


When it comes to large spaces like kitchens, great rooms and large offices, downlights can supplement or complement decorative statement pieces, like pendants or chandeliers.

Open Floor Plan

When living, working and fitness spaces combine, use downlights to flood all corners of the room with brilliant light.

Home gym with Ara Downlights during the dayHome gym at night with Ara Downlights

Open Floor Plan

When living, working and fitness spaces combine, use downlights to flood all corners of the room with brilliant light.

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Open Floor Plan

When living, working and fitness spaces combine, use downlights to flood all corners of the room with brilliant light.

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Open Floor Plan

When living, working and fitness spaces combine, use downlights to flood all corners of the room with brilliant light.

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Open Floor Plan

When living, working and fitness spaces combine, use downlights to flood all corners of the room with brilliant light.

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Cozy & Comfortable Spaces


In rooms like bedrooms, bathrooms, family rooms and dining rooms, downlights can help fill the space with bright light, elevating the mood and the ambiance.

Bathrooms

In a bathroom, use downlights over a tub or in a shower to let light rain down from above.

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Bathrooms

In a bathroom, use downlights over a tub or in a shower to let light rain down from above.

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Bathrooms

In a bathroom, use downlights over a tub or in a shower to let light rain down from above.

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Bathrooms

In a bathroom, use downlights over a tub or in a shower to let light rain down from above.

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Additional Resources

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Downlight & Recessed Placement Tips

Tips for how, where and how far apart to place your downlights & recessed for maximum impact.

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Learn to Layer

Whether you need to light an entire space or are simply looking for a new chandelier, we’ll help you figure out which fixtures work together.

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Color Temperature

Understanding the color temperature of light is key in lighting design. Are you confused? We can help.

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Explore our assortment of flush mount sizes and styles.

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Where to Buy

Kichler® products are available only through a network of the finest showrooms, retailers and dealers in the world. Connect with a Kichler Lighting specialist in your area for more information on available products, pricing and delivery.

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CATALOGS

Whether you're interested in a certain lighting category or a stylized collection, it's easy and quick to browse products with our interactive catalogs.

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Compare Downlights

Compare products side by side based on lumen output, color temperature, installation type, recommended ceiling heights and more.

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