Paper Pendant Lighting

Simple yet effective. The Altamont Parchment Pendant by Hudson Valley Lighting features a paper shade and interesting ring to rod suspension. The conical shape is versatile and clean, as well as efficiently dispersing the illumination throughout the space. The paper cone shades allow light to pass through it—instead of just funneling it down—and become evenly dispersed ambient lighting. Use one as an accent light or a few in different sizes over a dining table or kitchen island.

The traditional Japanese lantern rejuvenated with a stylish modern flair. The Kai 2 LED Pendant Light from Tech Lighting soothes the spirit with the same comfort and warmth of the traditional bamboo and paper lantern. It’s a design that announces a sense of elegance in the room as sharp metal contours drape down in layers to create a dynamic 3-d silhouette. The spacing between the metal rods creates a stunning layered effect from one side to the other. A dot of vibrant LED travels through the intricate structure leaving behind a glaze of soft light and creating an ambient down glow.

Named for the Japanese word for cut paper, the Hubbardton Forge Kirigami 4-Light Adjustable Pendant offers a hint of Asian design for the soft contemporary space. Features 4 fabric or veneer shades that each fold into a gentle triangular shape--a distinctive option for the unique space. Sloped ceiling adaptable.

Bring a tasteful contemporary presence to your ceilings with the Calverton Mini Pendant from Hudson Valley Lighting. Simple in conception and tasteful in development, a smooth metal canopy adjustable for sloped ceilings anchors the fixture, dropping a slender cable to a metal housing and single socket set within a ceramic shade. Left open at the bottom and with the initial appearance of pleated paper, the shade appears to have unfolded from its broadest point and alternates rings with smooth textures and those of a grittier exterior to provide a more nuanced presence to its surroundings.

Beautiful and intricate, the Kirigami Pendant by ELK Lighting lends an origami-inspired layer of architecture to spaces within your home. More than just folding, Kirigami includes the cutting of paper to create beautiful and symmetrical designs. Made with softly folded faux silk that connects together with cut ends, this contemporary pendant blooms into a spherical silhouette as it diffuses a lovely layer of light, accenting spaces with both form and function.

Inspired by the cymbals of famous drummer, Ginger Baker, the Marset Ginger LED Pendant is an exceptionally thin and smooth conductor of light. The high pressure shaping of high-quality wood and paper results in an ultra-thin shade with a white interior, brilliantly amplifying the LED light outward. The aluminum structure holds the warm LED module which is outfitted with special optics to open up the light beam. In an effort to dissipate the LED light temperature, designer Joan Gaspar decided to thicken the aluminum instead of carving out grooves in the metal holder.

Inspired by paper lanterns, the Bloom Pendant by Resident imparts a sense of the light and airy while leaving a strong impression. A perforated inner mesh cylinder pushes light out the bottom of the fixture for functional lighting while allowing light to be distributed through the mesh and the outer Glass shade. This allows for the additional creation of ambient light, adding to the atmosphere of the room. Dimmable with a standard incandescent dimmer (not included).

With its rich geometric form and warm ambient lighting, the Caged Lantern Pendant by Visual Comfort can enhance the décor of any given setting. Its intriguing design consists of an open cubed frame which houses a free-floating Natural Paper shade (also a cube). Once lit, this piece radiates beautifully, like a stylized lantern, bringing light and levity to the surrounding space.

Handmade by their partners in Holland, the Graypants Drum White Scraplight Pendant is made from custom pure white paper, creating a different kind of ambience from the natural cardboard look of the original series. Part of the larger range of pendants, the Drum is held in place with a steel frame, and also includes a sandblasted glass diffuser to shield and further soften the down light below.

Elegant, opulent and utterly sophisticated. The Visual Comfort Crystal Stacked Ball Pendant offers a brilliant and attractive light display for dining areas and interior rooms. Showcasing a wide Natural Paper shade, 6 candelabra bulbs diffuse a warm glowing and even light output for a beautiful ambiance. Beneath the shade is the Crystal foundation with 6 arms outstretched to form a candleholder that gleams when the fixture is lit. A must-have for any interior.

The beauty of Japanese paper art captured in a dynamic luminary composition. The Fold Diamant LED Pendant by Octavio Amado brings sculptured illumination to any space in your home. This origami-inspired structure is built by connecting fireproof PVC modules. The translucent shade is equipped with a single LED light source that produces ambient, soft glow. Hang this fixture as an individual piece or in groups in living rooms, dining spaces, and kitchens to create dynamic focal points.

An illuminated display of the traditional art of paper folding. The Fold Rubis LED Pendant Light by Octavio Amado adds a pop of design and illumination to your setting. Suspended from a slender cord, the geometric shade is made by linking an array of fireproof PVC modules. An energy-efficient LED bulb within the translucent shade emits a softened glow to illuminate the space. With characteristic folds and angles, this fixture is a must-have addition to any décor.

Echoing the voluptuous contours and textural consistency of Japanese rice paper lanterns, the Foscarini Rituals 1 Pendant gracefully replicates those time-tested artisanal qualities using hand-blown glass. The striated horizontal ridges are the result of a special grinding process, and a quick dip in an acid bath provduces the opulent plaster-like aesthetic. Available in three distintive but complementary shapes, Rituals would look heavenly in multiple groupings.

Echoing the voluptuous contours and textural consistency of Japanese rice paper lanterns, the Foscarini Rituals 1 Pendant gracefully replicates those time-tested artisanal qualities using hand-blown glass. The striated horizontal ridges are the result of a special grinding process, and a quick dip in an acid bath provduces the opulent plaster-like aesthetic. Available in three distintive but complementary shapes, Rituals would look heavenly in multiple groupings.

A playful interpretation of an iconic piece. The Formakami JH5 Pendant by &Tradition is from the mind of Spanish artist and designer Jamie Hayon and was inspired by the variety of paper lanterns that have been created throughout history. Capturing the emotional and cultural significance these sources of light hold in people’s lives, this pendant challenges convention with an openly formed bottom. Designed with an optimistic view, this airy piece was created to convey the idea that light chases away darkness and that everyone in the world could use a little more illumination.

Light grey goose feathers surround the bright core of the UMAGE Eos Brown Pendant, a design that is a statement of humane practices and sustainable production. The feathers are procured responsibly, sanitized and repurposed for the fixture, then attached to the paper structure on the inside. The Eos is fire-resistant and easily maintained; you can clean and revitalize the feathers with a hair dryer.

Thousands of goose feathers surround the bright core of the UMAGE Eos Brown Pendant, a design that is a statement of humane practices and sustainable production. The feathers are procured responsibly, sanitized and repurposed for the fixture, then attached to the paper structure on the inside. The Eos is fire-resistant and easily maintained; you can clean and revitalize the feathers with a hair dryer.

With its decoratively sculpted framework and warm ambient lighting, the Aspen Hanging Pendant by Visual Comfort is a suitable centerpiece for both traditional and contemporary settings. Its design features a sparse, yet stylish metal frame which supports a rounded Natural Paper shade via support chain. A series of internal lamps provide a robust amount of lighting ideal for entryways and open living spaces.

The Aspen Conical Pendant by Visual Comfort brings a rugged personality to your home décor, featuring a conical Natural Paper shade and an open metal frame (finished in Black Rust). The aesthetic differences between materials and surfaces (angular versus rounded) are emphasized once the fixture is lit, adding a decorative contrast as well as ambient lighting to the surrounding space.

The Tekiò Circular LED Pendant by Santa & Cole takes inspiration from a Japanese paper lantern, which is a light structure crafted with lightweight materials. Tekiò takes a lightweight metallic structure that is then covered with traditional Washi Japanese paper to introduce a rounded, tubular pendant. The pendant is well-suited for understated living rooms and dining rooms.

Handmade with layers of corrugated cardboard, the Graypants Sun White Scraplight Pendant replicates the familiar warmth of a sunny day with a new, pure white finish. Exchanging the natural look of raw cardboard for the custom white paper, the ambient light becomes softer and more nurturing, revealing intricate lines of light and shadow across the shade. Graypants maintains their ideals of sustainable production with this new series, using only FSC-certified paper and environmentally-friendly treatments for the cardboard.

The Foldability Maya Pendant takes cues from traditional paper folding, embedding each facet of the small lantern with a handmade geometric depth. Twelve parchment paper squares are reformed in to small pyramids, exposing a mosaic of layers that vary the light and shadows when lit. Reassembled in to an abstracted diamond shape, the petite structure has a balanced continuity from every viewpoint, formed from extensive knowledge of mathematical geometry.

The Graypants Oliv White Scraplight Pendant gives the original series a clean slate, transforming the look of natural cardboard with a pure white finish. Once lit, the intricate layers create a warm and angelic type of ambience, revealing the corrugate nature of the cardboard with light and shadow. Handmade in Holland, Graypants maintains recyclable and sustainable methods of production, using only FSC-certified paper and environmentally-friendly treatments for the cardboard.

Spoiler alert - the Foscarini Chouchin 1 Mini Pendant is indeed simply a smaller version of the Chouchin 1 Pendant. And as with anything that is miniaturized, the adorability factor is multiplied with the decrease in size. Unlike the Japanese paper lanterns with which they share a name, the Chouchins are composed of blown glass and coated with a glossy lacquer finish. Mini can be displayed by itself, in rows, or in mixed multiple settings with its other family members.