IMO there is no reason to light the ceiling but to have it for accent lighting I guess it can be done. IMO I hate the spaces on top of cabinets or in this case shelving all that does is collect dust and hard to clean. Maybe post a pic of the plan or the space

I used to tend bar many years ago, and the only thing I can picture is our liquor shelves that were up-lit. I'm sure that is not what you have in mind, but it is all I can picture.

Thank you both! The idea is to gently light the texture of the wall tile, lessen the comparatively dark space above lighted floating shelves, and for a soft effect in the evenings, not to light the ceiling. Everything will be on dimmers. It's a very narrow galley kitchen circa 1979, and having some floating shelves will hopefully give it a bit more breathing room. I've had open shelves for years and enjoy them very much. Dust control isn't a big issue for me. I'm careful not to clutter them, and I don't mind dusting everything in my house once a week or as needed. My modest amount of open shelving is no exception and worth what little trouble it is to enjoy a few special things I like to look at. Jennifer, I've seen what you mentioned, and I appreciate it. As you said, the more commercial look isn't the vibe intended, but the concept is similar. We've decided to move forward with it. If it doesn't look right, the led strip can be removed with a quick snip of the scissors! :0)

I'd love to see what it looks like when you are done. I do have an up light on a tree out front and love the effect. I can see it working with the right décor pieces or some really pretty bottles.