Bau 50 Bauhaus Linear Suspension by Sean Lavin for Visual Comfort
Bau 50 Bauhaus Linear Suspension by Sean Lavin for Visual Comfort
$1,403.46
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Bau 50 sets two stamped metal plates side by side and lets light graze their surfaces.
The Design Story
Sean Lavin looked to the Bauhaus: honest geometry, no ornament.
The LEDs hide between the plates, so you see glowing metal rather than a bulb.
Why You'll Love It
It is bold and calm at once, in nightshade black or natural brass.
Made for Real Life
Nothing to relamp: the light source is built in. The brass is a living finish that deepens with age. A soft, dry cloth keeps the metalwork clean. It mounts on rigid stems, so you can set the drop precisely. Pair it with an LED-compatible ELV or TRIAC dimmer to go from bright to candle-soft.
Product Details
| Designer | Sean Lavin |
|---|---|
| Brand | Modern Collection by Visual Comfort & Co. |
| Model | Bau 50 Linear Suspension |
| Finish options | Nightshade Black · Natural Brass |
| Size | 49.2″ long × 3.2″ deep × 12″ tall (125 cm long) |
| Hang height | Up to 73.7″ overall with the included rigid stems |
| Light | Built-in LED, 58.3 W, 1,211 lumens |
| Light color | 3000K soft white, 90 CRI |
| Dimmer | Pairs with ELV or TRIAC LED dimmers (most models) |
| Where it can go | Indoors, including damp rooms, and covered outdoor spaces |
| Ceiling | Works on slopes up to 20° |
| Power | Hardwired, 120V |
| LED lifetime | 50,000 hours to L70 |
| Visual Comfort item no. | 700LSBAU50 + finish/option code (2 versions) |
Where It Shines
Over a dining table or island, in an entry or a home office.
Sizing & Installation
A linear piece looks right when it is shorter than the table it lights. For the Bau 50:
| Table length | 61″ or longer |
|---|---|
| Height over the table | 30–36″ from tabletop to fixture |
| Ceiling 8 ft | set the drop to about 30–36″ |
| Ceiling 9 ft | set the drop to about 42–48″ |
| Ceiling 10 ft | set the drop to about 54–60″ |
The numbers assume a 30″ table (our math). Want to preview the scale? Print the life-size paper template below and tape it up. It is hardwired, so book a licensed electrician. At up to 41 lb, it needs a ceiling box and structure rated for its weight.
Downloads from Visual Comfort:
- Specification sheet
- Install instructions
- Full-scale paper template – tape it up to check the size in your room
- BIM model for Revit
Questions We Hear Most
What is the idea behind the Bau 50?
Sean Lavin designed it so that it sets two stamped metal plates side by side and lets light graze their surfaces. It belongs to Visual Comfort's Bau family.
Which Bau 50 finish works with my palette?
Our take: black gives a crisp, graphic outline; brass brings warmth to wood and earthy tones.
Can the Bau 50 be the only light in the room?
In a smaller room, yes: it gives 1,211 lumens at 90 CRI. In a larger space, layer it with lamps or recessed lights.
How long should my table be for the Bau 50?
Choose a table of about 61″ or longer so the 49.2″ fixture sits comfortably inside the ends.
Will the Bau 50 work outside under a roof?
Yes. Visual Comfort rates it for damp interiors and outdoor spaces under cover, so a loggia or covered patio is fine; keep it out of direct rain.
Will I ever change a bulb in the Bau 50?
There are no bulbs. The light comes from built-in LED modules with a 50,000-hour L70 rating, fitted at the factory.
How is the Bau 50 hung?
It is rod (stem) mounted; in the box: two sets of (2) 6" and (4) 12" rigid stems. Sloped ceilings up to 20°. A licensed electrician should install it.
How soon can the Bau 50 arrive?
All the versions we offer are in stock right now, and in-stock pieces usually leave within 2–3 business days.
Why We Love It
Bau is the Bauhaus, lit beautifully.
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Shipping Info
| Processing Time | In-stock pieces ship out in 2–3 business days. |
|---|---|
| Ships From | United States |
| Shipping | Ground shipping is free on orders of $100 or more within the lower 48 states. |
| Returns | Final sale. Tell us about any transit damage within 2 days of delivery. |
Shipping & Returns
Free Shipping within the U.S. for orders over $100.
Because many of our pieces are made to order or specially sourced, most items are considered final sale.
What are the items you could return?
1. Items received damaged or broken
2. Incorrect items that were shipped
3. Defective items
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