I love the style of the fixture, but I really do not like the color of the light it puts out. It is fluorescent and makes my kitchen feel like the DMV. Also, while it is bright overall, it will not suffice as the only kitchen light as the counters/work spaces are shadowy. I was trying to get away from track spot light type lights and was hoping this would be a stylish substitute, but it just is not functional for my needs.