Japanese Fabric Pendant Chandelier

Sometimes the simplest designs are the ones worth having, and this pendant is built on that principle: a plain fabric shade, well proportioned, with nothing added. There is no pattern, no trim and no hardware on show, and the whole effect comes from the material and the shape.

Fabric is what makes it work as a light rather than only as an object. It diffuses the source through the sides as well as the open bottom, so the shade glows evenly and the room gets a soft, shadowless wash with no glare from any angle. That is exactly the quality wanted in a room where people sit for a long time, which is why this style belongs over a dining table or in a living room rather than over a worktop. The Japanese reference is in the restraint rather than in any decorative motif, so it sits equally well in a rustic room with timber and linen and in a plain modern one that needs softening.

Available hardwired for a permanent installation or as a plug-in with a cable and in-line switch. Fabric varies slightly in tone and weave between pieces. Bulb is not included; use a bulb that runs cool and keep it clear of the fabric. Hardwired installation should be carried out by a qualified electrician.

• Shade: plain natural fabric, no trim or pattern
• Wiring: hardwired or plug-in with in-line switch
• Light: soft and shadowless, diffused through the fabric
• Style: Japanese, minimalist, rustic
• Best for: dining tables, living rooms, bedrooms
• Bulb: not included, use a cool-running bulb