A pendant lamp is also technically a hanging lamp, but what distinguishes it from other lamps is that it often has no shade and is a free-standing lamp. In a sleek, modern interior, you could therefore choose to hang a single pendant lamp in the reading area. You can also group them together in different lengths and vary the shapes of the light source for a more contemporary, playful effect. For example, combine a cylindrical lamp with a round, convex (Globe) light source.
