Foscarini Chouchin Reverse 1 Pendant

The Foscarini Chouchin Reverse 1 Pendant, designed by Ionna Vautrin for the Chouchin range, reimagines the traditional Japanese lantern as a large, slightly flattened hand‑blown cased glass diffuser. The piece is intended as a decorative indoor ceiling pendant that balances sculptural form with purposeful illumination.

The 'Reverse' version pairs a glossy white cased glass body with a slim coloured metallic base ring, creating a calm contrast between the organic glass curvature and a precision metal collar. The pendant sits comfortably as a focal over dining tables, kitchen islands or in circulation spaces where a quiet, crafted presence is required.

Construction uses hand‑blown cased glass finished with a glossy coat and a precision metallic collar at the diffuser base. The fitting is supported by a stainless steel suspension cable and a separate transparent electrical cord. The ceiling canopy features a galvanised metal bracket and a glossy white batch‑dyed ABS cover.

The translucent cased glass diffuses light softly and evenly into the room while the open base within the metallic ring provides a controlled downward beam, combining ambient illumination with focused downlight for tasks directly beneath.

Rated IP20 for indoor dry locations, the Chouchin Reverse 1 includes a ceiling canopy and offers a canopy decentralisation kit with multiple canopy options to assist installation. Foscarini supplies a one‑year manufacturer warranty.

At Lighting Design Online we support specification with considered placement and technical clarity so the Chouchin Reverse 1 achieves the intended ambience and task performance. Our design‑led approach and project-friendly guidance help you choose the right canopy and suspension details for a robust, high‑quality result.