Faro Whizz Pendant - Black & Satin Gold

A designer pendant with a spinning top silhouette

The Faro Whizz Pendant takes its cue from a spinning top, a shallow discus shade suspended from a slim cylindrical stem and a single drop of black cable. Designed for Faro Barcelona by Christoph Friedrich Wagner, it keeps the exposed bulb on show beneath the shade, so the fitting reads as much as a piece of sculpture as a light source. It is a quietly confident pendant light that suits people who want something graphic without it shouting across the room.

Black and satin gold finish

This version pairs a matt black exterior with a satin gold lining, so the outside stays understated while the underside catches and warms the light. That contrast is the whole point of the piece: from across the room you see a neat black disc, then the gold glow reveals itself as you move beneath it. It sits comfortably against dark cabinetry, exposed brick or a pale plastered wall, and the gold reflector flatters warmer bulbs beautifully. If you are choosing between finishes in the Whizz family, this black and gold combination is the more dramatic option, leaning into evening warmth rather than daytime brightness.

How it works

The Whizz is a hardwired mains pendant supplied with its ceiling rose, stem, shade and adjustable cable so you can set the drop to suit your ceiling height. It takes one E27 screw fit bulb, which is not included, leaving you free to pick the look you prefer. A decorative filament or globe bulb works particularly well here given the shade leaves the lamp visible. Faro lists a maximum of 15W for this fitting. It is not dimmable. Moonlight Design recommends installation by a registered NICEIC electrician.

Where it works best

A single Whizz makes an easy statement over a bedside table, a reading nook or a hallway, while a row of two or three looks considered above a kitchen island or a dining table. The compact shallow shade means it works in rooms where a deep pendant would feel heavy, and the warm gold interior lends itself to relaxed, ambient spaces rather than bright task areas. It is an indoor pendant intended for dry rooms.

Good to know

• Made to order by Faro Barcelona, so please allow the usual lead time before dispatch.
• Because each piece is made to order, this pendant is non returnable.
• Takes one E27 bulb, not included; a decorative filament bulb suits it well.
• Faro states a maximum wattage of 15W.
• Not dimmable.
• Rated IP20 for indoor use in dry rooms, not suitable for bathrooms.
• Finish: matt black exterior with a satin gold interior.
• Dimensions: 250mm diameter shade, adjustable drop up to 1760mm, 100mm diameter ceiling plate.
• Warranty: 3 years from Faro Barcelona.
• Hardwired fitting; Moonlight Design recommends installation by a registered NICEIC electrician.

Questions People Ask

Who designed the Faro Whizz pendant?
The Faro Whizz pendant was designed for Faro Barcelona by Christoph Friedrich Wagner, taking its shallow discus shape from the silhouette of a spinning top.

Can the Faro Whizz pendant be used in a bathroom?
No. The Faro Whizz pendant is rated IP20, which means it is designed for dry indoor rooms only, and is not suitable for a bathroom or any other area exposed to moisture.

Can I adjust how low the Faro Whizz pendant hangs?
Yes. The Faro Whizz pendant is supplied with an adjustable cable, so the drop can be set to suit your ceiling height, up to a maximum length of 1760mm.

How many Faro Whizz pendants do I need over a kitchen island?
A row of two or three Faro Whizz pendants works well spaced along a kitchen island or dining table, while a single pendant suits a bedside table, reading nook or hallway.

1760mm height x 250mm diameter | Plate 100mm diameter

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