{"product_id":"aerial-55-inch-black-led-chandelier-by-visual-comfort-co","title":"Visual Comfort Aerial 55 Chandelier | Dual-Direction LED | Nightshade Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLike 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy It Works in Your Space\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRooms 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Visual Comfort Modern (Tech Lighting) | \u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Visual Comfort \u0026amp; Co. (Houston, TX)\u003cbr\u003e\nETL Listed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 55\" W × adjustable suspension height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Nightshade Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight Source: Integrated LED — 3000K, 90 CRI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight Direction: Upward + downward (dual-direction)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimming: Compatible with trailing-edge dimmer switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoltage: 120V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnvironment: Indoor | Dry location\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation: Hardwired ceiling pendant — professional installation recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eListing: ETL Listed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does the Aerial 55 differ from the 40 and 60?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What ceiling height is recommended?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it dimmable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Yes — compatible with trailing-edge (LED) dimmer switches. A licensed electrician should verify compatibility with your specific installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the LED integrated or replaceable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Integrated and not user-replaceable. Rated for the full operational lifespan of the fixture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Visual Comfort \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47943450427606,"sku":"MD-VCC-700ARL55B-LED930","price":2699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/1264\/8406\/files\/Aerial-40-Chandelier-02.jpg?v=1773682576","url":"https:\/\/metropolitandecor.com\/products\/aerial-55-inch-black-led-chandelier-by-visual-comfort-co","provider":"MetropolitanDecor.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}