Christmas gift ideas: the living area dresses up with design

Designed with an appealing and harmonious shape, the Night Owl table lamp by Fritz Hansen is a charming piece, able to make every setting unique. Perfect to decorate a small table or a desk, it is characterised by balanced proportions, a simple finish and a warm, pleasing light evoking a nordic atmosphere. The geometries gently blend to create a unique and sculptural work: on one hand, there is an asymmetrical oval lampshade in polycarbonate, on the other there is a conical base in aluminium or ash wood. The four versions in different colours, never bright, perfectly suit the elegant and refined personality of the piece conceived by designer Nicholai Wiig Hansen.

Designed by Alvar Aalto for the Paris International Exhibition in 1937, the Alvar Aalto vase realised by Iittala Glass Factory as become an undisputed design icon. Its sinuous shapes, inspired by the Finnish landscapes, and the transparency of mouth-blown glass suit any style, making the Alvar Aalto vase a timeless, precious and stylish accessory. Moreover, its extreme versatility and the variety of heights, shapes and colours make it a much cherished Christmas gift idea. The collection of Alvar Aalto vases has become part of modern design history, a unique work of art, to admire and treasure.

The Corker side table/stool, created in 2022 by Herzog & de Meuron for ClassiCon, is the perfect synthesis of versatility and sustainability. The dark cork used for the structure is durable and fully recyclable, besides being aesthetically pleasing and smooth to the touch. Inspired by the classic shape of a bottle cork, it is the perfect Christmas gift for those looking for a versatile design object to fit into the living area of their home or to decorate an unused corner. Available in three sizes, the Corker can either be used as a seat or as an additional side table.

Versatility and simplicity are the concepts which best describe the Pull floor lamp, designed by the Whatswhat studio for Muuto. The adjustable shade, allowing for the direction of light to be altered, and the fine combination of different materials make the Pull lamp the perfect Christmas gift accessory to decorate the living room.

The power cable, partially hidden, allows one to adjust the position of the shade, altering the lamp’s personality and letting a soft, enveloping light to pass through. The structure, made of ash wood, and the typically nordic colours perfectly embody the Scandinavian style.

The artisan flavour of the Klara rocking armchair, designed by Patricia Urquiola for Moroso, which quickly became an icon, is now enriched with a new variant that incorporates a quilted leather or fabric backrest. Soft and comfortable, the armchair has maintained the elegant features of the collection, based on a wise combination of craftsmanship, decor and contemporary design.

Inspired by the shape of an upside down lollipop, the Lato side table, created by Italian designer Luca Nichetto for &tradition, plays with forms and materials. The elegant oval-shaped marble base perfectly complements the refined metal top, making the piece sculptural like a work of art. Sophisticated and stylish, Lato’s design amazes and enchants. Available in two finishes, it can either be used as a side table or as a complement to the sofa.