Visual Comfort Bau 28 Pendant | Sean Lavin | Bauhaus Geometric LED | Black or Natural Brass

The Bau 28 Pendant by Sean Lavin for Visual Comfort Modern is the mid-size expression of the Bau family — a 28-inch Bauhaus-inspired ceiling pendant with four precision-stamped aluminum fins that radiate from a central axis, each housing an integrated LED strip that projects light upward and outward in a broad, indirect wash. At 28 inches in all three dimensions, it occupies a formal dining room or kitchen island with a presence that the 18-inch version approaches but doesn't fully achieve. It is the size for a single large dining table, a hospitality suite, or a commercial space where one fixture needs to define the room.

The Bau 28 runs 74W total across its integrated LED modules, delivering 1,924 lumens at 3000K with 90 CRI — indirect output that bounces off the ceiling plane above and distributes as soft, even ambient light throughout the space. It includes (2) × 6" and (4) × 12" rigid stems for height adjustment, installs on sloped ceilings up to 20 degrees, and requires a ceiling junction box rated for a minimum of 100 lbs due to its weight. Dimmable with ELV dimmers. 120V–277V. Damp rated, ETL listed, Title 24 compliant. Available in Nightshade Black and Natural Brass (a living finish that patinas over time).

Why It Works in Your Space
The Bau 28's indirect output is its defining characteristic — light that fills the ceiling above and diffuses downward, rather than a hard directional cone. This makes it an exceptionally flattering fixture for dining and hospitality environments where ambient warmth is the goal. The four-fin geometry reads as a Bauhaus artifact: purposeful, non-decorative, completely unambiguous in its design language. It works with mid-century modern furniture, contemporary minimalism, and transitional spaces where a geometric statement is desired without ornament. The Natural Brass develops a living patina; the Nightshade Black stays sharp.

Designer: Sean Lavin | Collection: Bau | Brand: Visual Comfort Modern (Visual Comfort & Co., Houston, TX) | ETL Listed.

Specifications

• Dimensions: 28"W × 28"H × 28"D
• Finishes: Nightshade Black | Natural Brass (living finish)
• Light Source: Integrated LED — 74W, 1,924 lumens, 3000K, 90 CRI
• Voltage: 120V–277V universal
• Dimming: ELV compatible
• Stems: (2) × 6" + (4) × 12" rigid stems included
• Max Ceiling Slope: 20°
• J-Box Requirement: Minimum 100-lb rated
• Location Rating: Damp rated
• Certifications: ETL Listed | Title 24

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How does the Bau 28 differ from the Bau 18?
A: The Bau 28 (28" × 28") is larger, heavier, and produces more lumens (1,924 vs 2,124 — though it runs at 74W vs 44.8W). The 18" suits residential dining rooms and kitchen islands; the 28" is scaled for large dining tables, hotel suites, and commercial spaces where greater fixture presence is needed.

Q: What table size does the Bau 28 suit?
A: A single Bau 28 is well proportioned over dining tables 48–72 inches wide. For tables over 72 inches, consider two units in a row or the Bau 36 pendant.

Q: What type of dimmer is compatible?
A: ELV (electronic low voltage) dimmers. Unlike the Bau 18 which also accepts TRIAC, the Bau 28 specifies ELV only. Consult your electrician for compatible switch options.

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