Lantern Pendants

 


Explore our range of Lanterns and Coach Lighting. Available in Modern, Traditional designer styles, and in many finishes including Chrome, Brass and Bronze to suit your next interior renovation or project. 

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Scandinavian rounded dome pendant light hanging above a minimal and warm dining room interior
Coral Linear Bar Pendant 10lt | Frosted - Lighting Collective

Pendant lights buyers guide — how to choose the right hanging light

Pendant lights do more than illuminate a room. They set the scale, the mood and often the character of a space — and getting them right means thinking about size, height, material and placement together.

This guide walks through everything you need to know before buying:

  • Types of pendant — from single shades and clusters to linears, chandeliers and lanterns, each suited to a different space and ceiling height
  • Sizing and hanging heights — a practical formula for choosing the right diameter, plus clear height guidelines for dining tables (700–800 mm above), kitchen islands (700–850 mm above) and open living areas (minimum 2100 mm from the floor)
  • Materials and styles — glass, ceramic, rattan, timber, linen, concrete and stone each produce a different quality of light and suit different interiors
  • Room-by-room guidance — kitchen islands, dining rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, outdoor areas, entries and staircases each covered separately

The guide also covers dimming, globe selection, colour temperature, ceiling support for heavier fittings, IP ratings for bathrooms and outdoors, and lead times. All pendant light installations must be carried out by a licensed electrician in Australia.

Read the pendant lights guide

Frequently Asked Questions About Pendant Lights

A pendant light is a light fixture that hangs from the ceiling via a cord, cable, or rod, suspending the shade or bulb at a lower height than a flush-mount fitting. Pendant lighting is one of the most versatile fixture types in interior design, suitable for virtually every room in the home.

A pendant light typically features a single shade or globe suspended from one point. A chandelier is a type of pendant lighting that branches into multiple arms or drops — creating greater visual complexity and light distribution. Both are ceiling-hung fixtures; the distinction is primarily one of form and scale. Learn how to enhance your space with statement pendants & chandeliers

The standard recommendation for pendant lighting over a dining table is to hang the bottom of the shade 700–800 mm above the table surface. This keeps the pendant light within the visual field of seated diners without obstructing sightlines across the table.

For a standard kitchen island of 1500–2000 mm, two or three pendant lights spaced evenly is the most common approach. For longer islands above 2000 mm, consider a linear pendant lighting fixture or three individual pendants to ensure even coverage. Read our Kitchen Lighting Guide

Yes — many pendant lights in our collection are designed with short drops and compact profiles suitable for standard 2400 mm ceiling heights. Semi-flush pendant lighting options are also available for very low ceilings, providing the visual warmth of a pendant light without compromising headroom.