Visual Comfort Aerial 55 Chandelier | Dual-Direction LED | Nightshade Black

The Aerial 55 Chandelier scales Visual Comfort Modern's signature three-bar horizontal design to the size that large, open-plan rooms demand. At 55 inches wide, it commands a visual authority that the 40-inch version cannot achieve in proportionally larger spaces — the kind of chandelier that fills a double-height dining room, a wide-open kitchen/living area, or a commercial lobby with both light and architectural presence. In Nightshade Black with integrated 3000K LED, it is uncompromising in its minimalism and exacting in its function.

Like its smaller sibling, the Aerial 55 delivers dual-direction illumination — upward and downward simultaneously — from three horizontal LED bars suspended from a central ceiling connection. The result is a fixture that provides ambient ceiling wash and focused downward illumination in a single, cohesive installation, eliminating the need for layered supplementary fixtures in most residential applications.

Why It Works in Your Space
Rooms above 500 sq ft with ceiling heights of 10 feet or more are the Aerial 55's natural environment. Its 55-inch span fills the ceiling plane with visual intention while the three-bar geometry maintains the clean, architectural discipline that makes the Aerial series distinctive. In a large dining room it anchors the table with authority; in an open-plan living/dining space it creates a defined zone without walls or partitions; in a commercial setting it signals premium quality from the moment of entry.

Designer: Visual Comfort Modern (Tech Lighting) | Brand: Visual Comfort & Co. (Houston, TX)
ETL Listed.

Specifications

• Dimensions: 55" W × adjustable suspension height
• Finish: Nightshade Black
• Light Source: Integrated LED — 3000K, 90 CRI
• Light Direction: Upward + downward (dual-direction)
• Dimming: Compatible with trailing-edge dimmer switch
• Voltage: 120V
• Environment: Indoor | Dry location
• Installation: Hardwired ceiling pendant — professional installation recommended
• Listing: ETL Listed

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How does the Aerial 55 differ from the 40 and 60?
A: The Aerial 55 bridges the gap between the more residential 40" and the architectural 60". It's the most popular scale for large open-plan homes, generous dining rooms (10–12+ person tables), and mid-scale commercial spaces. The 40" suits standard-sized rooms; the 60" suits very large or commercial volumes.

Q: What ceiling height is recommended?
A: At minimum 9 feet, ideally 10–14 feet. Greater ceiling height allows the upward-facing LED component to reflect more effectively off the ceiling surface, maximizing the ambient fill light output.

Q: Is it dimmable?
A: Yes — compatible with trailing-edge (LED) dimmer switches. A licensed electrician should verify compatibility with your specific installation.

Q: Is the LED integrated or replaceable?
A: Integrated and not user-replaceable. Rated for the full operational lifespan of the fixture.

Please note: Because this item is made to order or specially sourced, it is final sale.