Decking the home for the holidays

Traditions at this time of year vary from culture to culture and family to family, but spending time with loved ones is a universal one.

Chilly weather, carefully wrapped gifts under the tree, family recipes in the oven, filling the air with memories — this means the holidays are almost here. Traditions at this time of year vary from culture to culture and family to family, but spending time with loved ones is a universal one. Hosting friends for a cosy night in with sparkling cocktails and delightful conversation, or cooking up a delicious meal for a small crowd, is the perfect way to share festivities and celebrate together.

Before celebrations can begin, it’s a good idea to set the scene. Tidying up comes first, and then layering in accessories and functional décor to pull together a warm and cosy space.

House warming

Candles have the ability to infuse spaces with an unmistakable sense of comfort. When alight, their fire casts a subtle, intimate ambiance, bestowing a gentle glow. The natural flicker of the flame invites guests to relax and enjoy.

Long taper candles carry a timeless elegance, particularly when nestled in a beautiful candle holder. The PI candle holders feature smooth, curved lines, in a rich, dark mahogany finish. Short for “polished imperfect”, these accessories are finished by hand to ensure that the individual character of the wood is respected. Sold as a set of three, the candle holders are complementary sizes, which creates visual interest on a mantle or at the centre of an attractive dining tabletop display.

The warmth of the wood extends further to the PI book ends. Sold as a set of two, the book ends are available in a dark brown mahogany finish, a natural-toned mahogany finish, and the light-coloured sycamore, each highlighting the natural woodgrain.

PI book ends

How to personalise a space

CHOOSE DÉCOR THAT TELLS A STORY IN ITS DETAILS

LAYER IN SOFT THROW BLANKETS AND CUSHIONS IN YOUR FAVOURITE COLOURS

HANG SHELVING ON THE WALLS TO SHOWCASE MEANINGFUL MEMENTOS

DISPLAY WALL ART THAT APPEALS TO YOU

LIGHT A CANDLE IN THE SCENT THAT FEELS COSIEST

textural touches

Draping a plush, woven blanket over the back of a sofa encourages guests to stay a while. Throw blankets and cushions add textural softness and, depending on the design, colour, making an already comfortable sofa feel like the perfect place to connect with dear friends. The Urban throw, designed by Dawn Sweitzer, features layers of off-white, grey, dark blue and black — neutral enough to fit in with any existing décor, yet adds plenty of style.

Wall art also softens a minimal style by adding visual interest. Mirrors create dimension in a room, making them appear larger and airier. Our Aged wall mirrors serve as both decorative and practical, with natural and artistic detail on the surface. Other wall art, such as the Layered Clay and the Bricks wall art collections, add style with beautiful unique texture to warm up a bare wall with authentic designs.

serving style

When setting the entertainment space for guests, don’t miss an opportunity to make the event feel special with functional items such as trays, boards and serving bowls that showcase striking details. Trays not only look beautiful but also protect tabletops from knicks and scratches, making them a highly functional and stylish item. Popular collections include the Organic trays, Wabi Sabi trays and the Composed Angles trays. The trays can also be hung on the wall as truly individual artwork.

Thin Oval boards sets as well as Chopped bowls can hold cinnamon-scented potpourri, fresh-baked bread wrapped in a towel, mints or other items worth sharing.

the perfect gift

The act of giving a gift is special because of the meaning behind it. A gift isn’t just a purchased item — it’s a gesture of good will, it’s something thoughtfully selected with the recipient in mind. Don’t miss the opportunity to give the gift of authentic design this holiday season.