i got this lamp for a bedside in my guest room.  when i asked my daughter on which side (her's/husband's):  "my side, my side"! (she is an only child).  she was really excited re the wifi charger for her cell.  next morning i asked how she liked it.  didn't use the lamp:  to bright.  so i changed the bulb (3 different, wattage & color).  still too bright w the clear shade.  should do very well for a desk but not so much in a bedroom.