Overview

The CONGA pendant lamp by FARO is an option designed for those looking for interior lighting with visual presence without the design feeling overdone. It works well in a dining room, a large living room, or a space where you want a light source with its own character. The black body contrasts with the white shade, allowing it to fit in both modern spaces and more neutral environments.

One of the things that sets it apart is its installation system: it comes with a plug and five metres of cable, making it a ready-to-use hanging solution without the need for electrical work on the wall or ceiling. The hook is included. No need to wait for an electrician to install it.

FARO is a Spanish lighting brand with decades of experience in residential and hospitality projects. The CONGA collection is part of their Faro Lab line, focused on proposals with a clear visual identity and carefully chosen materials.

Installation and specifications

No special tools are needed to install this pendant lamp. Simply fix the included hook to a secure point on the ceiling, hang the cable, and plug it into a standard power outlet. Before installing it, check that the ceiling point can support the weight of the unit. There is no need to open the existing electrical installation. Make sure the power outlet is close to the hanging point so the cable is not under tension.

The papyrus shade can be cleaned with a dry or slightly damp cloth, without abrasive products or solvents. The black steel body can be wiped with a soft cloth. Do not wet the lamp holder or the connection area. Always unplug the lamp before cleaning. Do not use bulbs exceeding 15 W or light sources other than an E27 socket.

• Brand: FARO
• Category: Interior
• Subcategory: Suspension luminaire
• Mounting: Ceiling
• Main material: White
• Body material: Steel
• Diffuser material: Papyrus
• Body finish (colour): Black
• Diffuser finish: White
• Maximum power (W): 15
• Light source: E27 LED
• Light source included: No
• Voltage: 100V–240V
• Height (mm): 5363
• Length (mm): 500
• Depth (mm): 500
• Total diameter (mm): 500
• Net weight (kg): 1,67

Design and use

The CONGA is an oval suspension lamp with a shape that is recognisable without being flashy. The oval papyrus shade has a diameter of 500 mm, giving it enough presence to illuminate a dining table or a reading corner without visually overwhelming the space. Papyrus, unlike more rigid materials such as glass, filters light softly and creates a warm, uniform atmosphere in the room.

The matte black steel body provides structure without adding visual weight. It is an element that is barely noticeable but holds the whole unit together well. The combination of black and white is one of those resources that works in many contexts: in a kitchen with clean lines, in a bedroom with light-coloured furniture, in a living room with neutral walls, or in a hospitality space where visual coherence is sought without major investment in decoration.

The five-metre cable gives plenty of room to adjust the height at which the lamp hangs. In high-ceilinged rooms it can be left at mid-height to create a more intimate effect. In standard-height rooms, it can be adjusted to hang just above the table or the point you want to illuminate. This flexibility is especially useful during renovations or when the layout of a space is changed without wanting to modify the electrical wiring.

As a plug-in pendant lamp, there is no need to chase walls or install new light points. This makes it a good option for both rental properties and commercial spaces where characterful lighting is needed without construction work. This is also why FARO highlights it as an alternative for hospitality projects: cafés, small hotels, or workspaces where the lighting needs to complement the atmosphere without complicating the installation.

The light source is E27 LED, with a maximum power of 15 W. The bulb is not included, so it must be purchased separately. With a warm or neutral temperature LED bulb, the oval papyrus shade diffuses light pleasantly, without very dark areas or annoying glare. The compatible voltage ranges from 100V to 240V, making it suitable for different electrical systems.

In terms of how it fits with other interior elements, the CONGA works well alongside furniture in natural tones, light or dark woods, and also with metal structures. It does not depend on a single style: it can complement a modern kitchen just as well as a bedroom with a more relaxed feel. In the bathroom it is not a suitable option, as it is not designed for humid environments.

The CONGA collection is part of the Faro Lab catalogue, a FARO line focused on proposals with their own design sensibility. Each piece is designed so that the final result in the space has coherence, not only as a light source but as a visual element within the room.

Questions and answers

Is the 5-metre cable adjustable in height?

The cable has a fixed length of 5 metres, but you can coil the excess to adjust the height at which the pendant lamp hangs. It does not include an integrated adjustment system, so the adjustment is done manually during installation.

Is the oval papyrus shade resistant to the heat of the bulb?

Yes, as long as the indicated maximum power of 15 W is not exceeded with an E27 LED bulb. Papyrus is a material that tolerates the heat generated by this type of light source well within the specified limits.

Is it possible to use this pendant lamp without doing any electrical installation?

Yes. Since it has a built-in plug, you simply hang the hook on the ceiling and plug the cable into a power outlet. No intervention in the electrical installation or the help of an electrician is needed.

After-sales support

If the product arrives with any manufacturing defect, you have 30 days from receipt to report it. In that case, write to us with a description of the problem and, if possible, some photographs. Each situation is handled individually to find the most appropriate solution, whether that is a replacement or an alternative arrangement. We respond to all messages and work to make the process straightforward.

Estimated delivery	Thu 12 Nov – Wed 18 Nov (United Kingdom)
Delivery cost	£4.95
Dispatched from	Spain

How delivery works

Martsella works with brands and their partner warehouses across Europe. Your order is sent straight from the warehouse that holds the item, so an order with several items may arrive in separate parcels. Each parcel gets its own tracking link.

14-day returns

Changed your mind? You can cancel within 14 days of delivery without giving a reason. How to send items back and what a return costs is on our Returns & Refunds page. If an item is faulty, damaged or not what you ordered, we cover the cost of returning it.

How to cancel

Email info@martsella.com with your order number before the cancellation period ends, or use the model cancellation form on our Returns & Refunds page. You do not have to use the form.