Chara Square 17 Up-Down Outdoor Cylinder by Sean Lavin for Visual Comfort
Chara Square 17 Up-Down Outdoor Cylinder by Sean Lavin for Visual Comfort
$569.00
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Chara Square 17 is an industrial-modern cylinder that draws light up and down the wall.
The Design Story
Sean Lavin designed Chara as pure geometry: a tube, open at both ends.
Light spills out above and below, painting two beams on the facade.
Why You'll Love It
It is bold and practical, with plenty of output for an entry.
Made for Real Life
There are no bulbs to change: the LED is built in. Give it a rinse with mild soapy water now and then to keep the finish fresh. Pair it with an LED-compatible ELV, TRIAC or 0-10V dimmer for evening light.
Product Details
| Designer | Sean Lavin |
|---|---|
| Brand | Modern Collection by Visual Comfort & Co. |
| Model | Chara Square 17 Outdoor Wall |
| Finish options | Black |
| Size | 17″ tall × 4.5″ wide, 2.6″ off the wall (43.2 × 11.4 cm) |
| Backplate | 7.5″ x 4.5″ Rectangle |
| ADA | Yes |
| Built-in protection | 2.5 kV surge rating |
| Light | Built-in LED, 11.9 W, 1,286 lumens |
| Light color | 3000K soft white, 90 CRI |
| Dimmer | Pairs with ELV, TRIAC or 0-10V LED dimmers (most models) |
| Where it can go | Fully outdoors: exposed walls, posts and pergolas (IP65) |
| Power | Hardwired, universal 120–277V |
| LED lifetime | 60,000 hours to L70 |
| Visual Comfort item no. | 700OWCHAS17 + finish/option code (1 version) |
Where It Shines
Front doors, garages, decks and commercial facades. Explore the family: Chara 17, Chara Square 26 and Chara Square 12.
Sizing & Installation
Outdoor lights look right when they are scaled to the door. For the Chara Square 17:
| Door match | side doors and garages, or a pair at the front door |
|---|---|
| Height | ≈ 66″ to the center |
| Garage | one each side of the door |
| Spacing | every 8–10 ft |
| Depth off the wall | 2.6″ |
| Backplate | 7.5″ x 4.5″ Rectangle |
Measurements are to the fixture’s center (our math). It is hardwired, so book a licensed electrician.
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Questions We Hear Most
What is the idea behind the Chara Square 17?
Sean Lavin designed it so that it is an industrial-modern cylinder that draws light up and down the wall. It belongs to Visual Comfort's Chara family, which comes in several sizes and versions.
Which Chara Square 17 finish suits my exterior?
Our take: black gives a crisp, graphic outline.
Will the Chara Square 17 light up my front entry?
Easily: about 1,286 lumens lights a door, steps and house numbers.
Which doors and walls suit the Chara Square 17?
At 17″ it suits side doors, garages and porches, or a front door with one on each side.
Can the Chara Square 17 handle storms and sprinklers?
Yes. It is wet listed (IP65), so it can live fully in the open, rain or shine.
Will I ever change a bulb in the Chara Square 17?
No bulbs to change: the LED is built in and rated for 60,000 hours.
How is the Chara Square 17 installed outside?
It is hardwired to an outdoor-rated junction box by an electrician.
How soon can the Chara Square 17 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
Chara frames a door with light.
Working on a project? Designers and architects can open a LoftModern trade account for trade pricing and specification help.
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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