Hanging Lamps

In a kid's room, a pendant can cast a soft, mellow-'em-out glow or illuminate every square inch of play space. Not to mention it's the one lamp he can't possibly knock over.

by Elena North-Kelly

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sunny side up

This semicircular metal shade, which evokes classic 1970s Scandinavian design, adds a big burst of color for a very small price. Sol, 13.25 by 19.75 inches; $100, CB2.com.

dark meets light

The black lacquer shade has an industrial-chic quality; the cute red cord keeps it playful. Caravaggio P2, 13 by 10 inches; $350, Cecilie Manz, Just Scandinavian, (212) 334-2556.

small wonder

This flared pendant emits a focused beam: Hang it over a rocker for not-too-bright midnight feedings. (Bonus: It comes in seven colors.) Franny, 7 by 8.5 inches; $190, PerchDesign.net.

eye candy

He can mimic this metal lamp's multi­­­-colored stripes with his beloved Lego set. PXL, 15.8 by 12.8 inches; $1,100, Zero, Modern Objects + Design, (212) 925-5506.

cluster theory

As happy as a bunch of balloons, this ruby-colored trio of drum shades is big enough to illuminate the whole room. Hanging Clump, 27 by 22 inches; $129, PotteryBarnKids.com.



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