Whisper™ Downlights: The Art of Disappearing
CSL's Whisper series embodies the "quiet ceiling" philosophy – it virtually disappears so the focus stays on the space, not the fixture. These ultra-discreet, half-inch aperture LEDs vanish into ceilings while delivering powerful, glare-free light.
Designed for today's clean ceilings, the new Whisper can illuminate a room with an aperture smaller than a dime. It requires as little as 2" of plenum height, making it ideal for tight architectural conditions.
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Whisper Standard
Fixed downlight with half-inch aperture and proprietary SilentVu™ optics that produce exceptionally high-quality light with extremely low glare. Perfect for general or accent lighting in luxury spaces.
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Whisper Flex
Groundbreaking 3/4" adjustable downlight that allows installers to aim and service the light from below the ceiling with ease. Delivers unparalleled visual comfort and minimalist aesthetics without sacrificing performance.
Acrobat™ Downlights: Ultimate Flexibility and Precision
True to its name, Acrobat is all about flexibility and precision. These architectural LED downlights are ultimate performers, delivering premium light quality with exacting control in any application.
Available in 1", 2", 3", and 4" apertures, Acrobat fixtures feature a unique installation process where the light module installs separately at the end of construction – dropping into the housing and adjusting independently for a perfect, flush fit.
Tool-Free Hot Aiming
The module rotates a full 360°, and a twist of its custom lead screw tilts the beam to the desired angle (up to 30–40° depending on model) and locks it in place. This means designers can achieve precisely targeted lighting without any gaps or glare.
Engineered for Real-World Conditions
Acrobat housings are designed for tight plenum spaces and various ceiling types, with special options like EBAT (integrated emergency battery backup) and ACT (acoustic ceiling tile compatibility) extending its versatility in luxury projects.
Superior Light Quality
Every Acrobat fixture uses CSL's patented SilentVu™ optics to ensure exceptional quality of light with minimal glare, marrying high performance with a sophisticated architectural finish.
Recessed Lighting: The Foundation of Luxury Projects
CSL's precision architectural lighting serves as the recessed foundation of luxury projects. These downlights provide the hidden backbone of illumination – layering high-quality light throughout a space – while HVLG's decorative pendants, chandeliers, and sconces add the visible jewels that define the room's character.
By starting with CSL's technically advanced, low-profile fixtures, designers create a base layer of perfectly calibrated light (ambient, task, and accent) onto which the decorative pieces can shine. The end result is a holistic lighting design that engages all the senses.
Ambient Light
General illumination that sets the overall brightness level and mood of the space.
Task Light
Focused illumination for specific activities like cooking, reading, or working.
Accent Light
Directional lighting that highlights architectural features, art, or objects.
Decorative Light
Statement fixtures that add character, style, and visual interest to the space.
Design Diversity Without Sacrificing Cohesion
HVLG isn't a one-note brand but a curated portfolio of styles ranging from traditional to avant-garde. This means an entire project's lighting can be tailored to each space's aesthetic while still coming from a single family of brands.
The benefit is visual cohesion without monotony – different fixtures complement one another, and even when mixing brands, there's an underlying harmony through common threads in finish options, quality standards, and the integration of CSL performance where it counts.
Diverse Aesthetic Options
From traditional to contemporary, rustic to glamorous, the HVLG portfolio covers every design style.
Consistent Quality Standards
All brands share the same commitment to superior craftsmanship, materials, and performance.
Harmonious Integration
Coordinated finishes, technologies, and specifications ensure all fixtures work together seamlessly.
Showroom Advantage: Whole-Home Lighting Solutions
For lighting showrooms, embracing the CSL line as part of the HVLG family creates powerful new opportunities. Leading with CSL's architectural lighting positions your showroom as a provider of complete whole-home solutions, rather than just decorative fixtures.
By offering both the "behind-the-scenes" lighting and the decorative centerpieces, your showroom becomes a true one-stop partner for designers and their clients – driving larger orders, smoother installations, and repeat business.
Showroom Strategy
By solving the complex puzzle of luxury lighting for an entire home, your showroom becomes a trusted partner to designers and builders, not just a store. The ability to provide whole-home package quotes, along with the assurance of local service and support, adds value that online or multiple-vendor approaches can't match.
Showroom Value: Technical Expertise and Support
When showrooms sell what they know – the full range of HVLG products including CSL – they can provide better in-house service for both the high-tech and design aspects of lighting.
CSL's fixtures come with the backing of HVLG's training and documentation, so your staff can assist with specifications, installation guidance, and troubleshooting without relying on third parties. This level of support builds trust with builders and designers, who know one phone call to your showroom covers any lighting question.
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Expert Resource
Position your showroom as the go-to authority on both technical and aesthetic aspects of lighting, offering value that online retailers cannot match.
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Local Support
Provide peace of mind with local assistance for any questions or issues that may arise during or after installation.
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Project Confidence
Ensure complete client satisfaction by offering comprehensive knowledge of every product you sell, from decorative styles to recessed lighting specifications.
Re-entering the Design Conversation with CSL
One of the most strategic ways for showrooms to engage (or re-engage) top-tier designers is through the CSL conversation. Recessed lighting might not be as glamorous at first glance as a statement chandelier, but it is the critical first layer of any lighting design – and often a pain point in luxury projects that savvy showrooms can help alleviate.
By starting the discussion with CSL's innovative downlights, your showroom can get its foot back in the door with designers who have been sourcing decoratives elsewhere.
Showroom Strategy: Begin with the Foundation
For a given project, approach the designer not just with a catalog of fixtures, but with a lighting plan – mapping out each space's needs (ambient, task, accent) and proposing CSL recessed fixtures as the backbone. This design-driven approach immediately adds value for the designer, demonstrating expertise that online retailers cannot match.
Value-Added Services: In-House Electrical Expertise
Your showroom's in-house electrical expertise provides tremendous value for designers and clients implementing CSL recessed lighting systems. While online retailers can only sell products, your team can offer comprehensive technical support.
From dimming compatibility questions to driver specifications, your knowledgeable staff can guide designers through the technical aspects of lighting, ensuring their vision is executed flawlessly.
Specification Assistance
Help designers select the right housing, trim, and light engine combinations for each application, ensuring optimal performance in various ceiling conditions.
Dimming Compatibility Guidance
Navigate the complex world of dimming protocols to ensure smooth, flicker-free operation with the client's chosen control system.
Troubleshooting Support
Provide rapid assistance when installation questions arise, preventing costly delays and ensuring proper system operation.
Post-Installation Service
Offer ongoing support for maintenance, upgrades, or adjustments as client needs evolve over time.
This technical expertise transforms your showroom from a mere retailer into an indispensable project partner, strengthening relationships with design professionals who value comprehensive support.