A light pipe assembly providing a light pipe that has at least one
transmission region, at least one light source that is optically
connected to the transmission region, and an modifying element. The
modifying element creates the appearance of even light distribution
throughout the length of the light pipe. Thus, the modifying element
blocks more light at the portion of the light pipe where the light from
the light source is most intense. The modifying element is a gradient on
the exterior side of the light pipe, a gradient on a secondary element
that covers the light pipe, or a skin which the light pipe is at least
partially imbedded in.