Nate 9 Indirect Outdoor Wall Light by Sean Lavin for Visual Comfort
Nate 9 Indirect Outdoor Wall Light by Sean Lavin for Visual Comfort
$229.00
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Nate 9 is a lever-shaped grazer that makes textured walls come alive at night.
The Design Story
Nate borrows its outline from a modern door lever.
It hides the light source and lets the wall do the glowing.
Why You'll Love It
It shows off stone, brick and board-formed concrete.
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. It can be mounted with the light facing up or down. Pair it with an LED-compatible ELV dimmer for evening light.
Product Details
| Designer | Sean Lavin |
|---|---|
| Brand | Modern Collection by Visual Comfort & Co. |
| Model | Nate 9 Outdoor Wall |
| Finish options | Bronze · Black |
| Size | 9.1″ tall × 5.5″ wide, 4″ off the wall (23.1 × 14 cm) |
| Backplate | 9.1″ x 5.5″ Rectangle |
| Orientation | Flip it to light up or down |
| ADA | Yes |
| Light | Built-in LED, 5.9 W, 38 lumens |
| Light color | 3000K soft white, 90 CRI |
| Dimmer | Pairs with ELV LED dimmers (most models) |
| Where it can go | Fully outdoors: exposed walls, posts and pergolas (IP65) |
| Power | Hardwired, 120V |
| LED lifetime | 70,000 hours to L70 |
| Visual Comfort item no. | 700OWNTE9 + finish/option code (2 versions) |
Where It Shines
Textured facades, garden walls, courtyards and entries. Explore the family: Nate 17.
Sizing & Installation
Outdoor lights look right when they are scaled to the door. For the Nate 9:
| Door match | accent size: side doors, gates, steps |
|---|---|
| Height | ≈ 66″ to the center |
| Garage | one each side of the door |
| Spacing | every 8–10 ft |
| Depth off the wall | 4″ |
| Backplate | 9.1″ x 5.5″ Rectangle |
| Mounting | it can be mounted with the light facing up or down |
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 Nate 9?
Sean Lavin designed it so that it is a lever-shaped grazer that makes textured walls come alive at night. It belongs to Visual Comfort's Nate family, which comes in several sizes and versions.
Which Nate 9 finish suits my exterior?
Our take: black gives a crisp, graphic outline; bronze is rich and moody.
Will the Nate 9 light up my front entry?
It is a soft glow (about 38 lumens) for atmosphere and wayfinding; add other lights for steps and the driveway.
Which doors and walls suit the Nate 9?
At 9.1″ it is a small accent: side doors, gates, steps and garden walls, or several in a row.
Can the Nate 9 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 Nate 9?
No bulbs to change: the LED is built in and rated for 70,000 hours.
How is the Nate 9 installed outside?
It is hardwired to an outdoor-rated junction box by an electrician. It can be mounted with the light facing up or down.
How soon can the Nate 9 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
Nate turns texture into 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
A replacement will be shipped right away.
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Phone: (866) 817-1878
Email: info@loftmodern.com
Address: LoftModern, a division of Modern Design Center, Inc., 337 N Vineyard Ave, Ontario, CA 91764, USA
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