Handmade in Lyon, France, these tiled floating shelves not only provide storage without taking up floor space, they also add color and whimsy to interiors. They’re available in various hues from pastel green to vintage yellow and crème, terracotta, orange, blue and more; buyers also have the option to choose grout color. Though they’re miniature (measuring 200 by 160 by 200mm), they’re as durable as they are charming thanks to a sturdy bottom made from agglomerated wood and a back which includes four thick stripes of heavy-duty tape that can hold up to 100kg.
Sold as a set of four (two green and two striped), these handmade coasters by Ugly Rugly are inspired by the hypnotic, blobby shape of amoebas. Delightful and mesmerizing, these pieces are made from 100% poly rope that is water-, UV- and mold resistant, ensuring the playful colors and space invader-shape endure through time.
Geometric and unconventional, designer Zanwen Li’s lamp illuminates by connecting the magnets embedded within its two interior orbs. The aptly named lamp balances traditional woodworking with clever technology, creating an illusion of warm light passing through the curved frame when turned on. Powered by USB, this minimalist lamp (available in natural wood, burnt orange, black, navy and grey) adds a soothing touch to any interior.
Italy-based Seletti’s Hybrid Tea Cup looks as if two different sets of ceramics have been cut in half and fused together. This delightfully disjointed design combines traditionally Western and Eastern aesthetics atop uneven Bone China porcelain. Playful with a touch of elegance, the Zenobia tea cup and saucer in particular charm in a unique way.
Designed by Ethan Cook for HAY, the Flat Works Rug is drawn from the Brooklyn-based artist’s vibrant, woven wall art, which often features irregular blocks of color. Available as a rug (in two sizes) or a runner, there are various color combinations and patterns to choose from, but all strike a balance between bold and subdued, creating a happy medium that will suit many different decor styles. Price reflects the smaller of the two sizes.
Warsaw, Poland-based design studio Siup crafts fun, experimental lamps, vases and figurines. The Minty Bubble Lamp—with its calm pastel and unconventional, bulbous form—perfectly embodies whimsy. Handmade and one of a kind, this ceramic lamp (compatible with a 30W tungsten bulb) is replete with an on/off switch and pale pink cord. Price is in Euros.
The brown, cream and caramel swirls of this set of four round coasters add a little dazzle to any table setting. Made from hand-poured acrylic resin, the coasters (which measure 9.8cm in diameter) come with a Deco-inspired holder to elegantly store each intricately patterned piece. Price is in AUD.
Coming in several fun shapes, DOIY’s collection of “Mystic” ceramic boxes provides playful ways to store jewelry and trinkets. Available in various shapes—including this heart, as well as a sun, moon and crystal ball—these vessels are practical but offer a touch of magic. Price is in Euros.
These espresso cups with large, looping smiles make drinking coffee a touch more humorous. Sold in a set of four, they are hand-cast and hand-glazed in Brussels and are dishwasher safe. A yellow-tinged, graffiti-reminiscent smiley face embellishes each of these unique porcelain cups with character—and no two are exactly alike. Price is in Euros.
From Wing on Wo & Co—the oldest continuously operating store in NYC’s Chinatown and the last one to specialize in Chinese porcelain—comes a series of luscious silk lanterns. Ranging from intricately and decadently detailed with pom poms, to block colors including pastel lime, orange and more, these lanterns enliven any room. Prices range from $25 to $50.
Hong Kong-based streetwear brand RAW EMOTIONS released their signature tiger rugs in a refreshed cotton-candy color. Available in small, medium and large sizes, this pastel pink accessory comprises 100% polyester microfiber that is enlivened by blue, red and yellow detailing. Price reflects size medium.
Handmade in Richmond, Virginia, these incense cones are formulated with a smokey aroma, achieved using toasted pipe tobacco and rare oud wood, both lightened through the addition of Moroccan rose. Together, the sensuous combination crafts a romantic and evocative fragrance that’s rich without being cloying.
Founded roughly 100 years ago in a small town near Cologne (with a Milan-based “style center” opened in 1991), Ichendorf Milano blends traditional glassware techniques with modern design. In their Travasi Decanter, the silhouette takes on a circular, poetic shape that—when paired with the material’s complete transparency—heightens the beauty of the glass. Capable of holding 64 fluid ounces, this refined decanter elegantly balances and endures time.
Third Drawer Down teamed up with Indigenous-owned and -governed Aboriginal art center Iwantja Arts to produce a vibrant homeware line designed by Kaylene Whiskey, an artist from the remote community of Indulkana in the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara Lands in South Australia. Whiskey draws inspiration from comic books and the pop culture of the ’80s. From the collection comes this 100% linen dish towel, measuring 19.7 by 26.4 inches and featuring Whiskey’s acrylic painting of Tina Turner and Dolly Parton. Price is in Australian dollars.
From Copenhagen-based Studio Arhoj and named after the Japanese flower, the porcelain Hana Vase collection is composed of hand-cast and -glazed vessels. The collection comprises three styles: the curvaceous and cylindrical Kiku; the round, full-bodied Ume; and the tubular Sakura. Each enchanting shape is available in small or large and in various vibrant colors. Price reflects the size small.
From Brooklyn-based photographer and potterer Helen Levi, the Artist’s Spoon Crock is elevated without becoming impractical, whimsical without becoming kitsch. The stoneware vessel’s speckled rainbow pattern, coated in a clear glaze, adds color and flair to any kitchen.
