It’s that time of the year again – Our Annual Designers Gift Guide!
There are so many things to love about the festive season, but our favourite parts are definitely the family time, the opportunity to relax and enjoy the Queensland Summer and the gift giving! We know that coming up with a gift for everybody on your list is not always an easy feat! So with just under a month until Christmas we thought we would make things a little easier for you all.
Whether it’s for your partner, family, friends or studio secret santa – a gift for the home can never go astray. And when it comes to gifts that are designer approved we’ve got you covered!
Today our team is sharing their top picks for the gifts they’re hoping to find under the tree this year!
Under $100
Jardan X Kollab Picnic Mat in Nougat
“The perfect little companion for outdoor entertaining this summer. This Jardan X Kollab Picnic Mat has a beautiful bright geometric summer print and seamless design!” – Elissa, Manager & Creative Director
Vitra O-Tidy Tray from Living Edge
“The Vitra O-Tidy Tray by Michel Charlot is a practical, versatile organiser, which combines the simple shapes of a cup and dish in one. Perfect for a home office, entry console or in our case the studio desks – and they come in a range of great colours!” – Darren, CEO & Creative Director
“These fuzzy crocs are perfect. I will be buying these for everybody this Christmas” – Kari, Senior Interior Designer
Still – The Slow Home by Natalie Walton
“When in doubt, I always go for a practical gift! Everybody strives to take a more ‘slow’ approach in life… I spotted this book a while back and feel it would be the perfect inspiration for any home” – Claudia, Interior Designer
The Gourmand’s Egg: A Collection of Stories + Recipe for Taschen
“This book is just quirky and colourful, a fun addition to any collection.” – Stef, Interior Designer
Lido Ceramic Pasta Bowl, blue from Puglia, Italy
“I love sharing food with family and friends over the festive season – this bowl is the perfect addition to any table setting over summer!” – Shirley, Interior Designer
“Nothing better than some fun tableware to get the conversations started at your next dinner party. This wave plate in the amber glass would look great as part of a nice summery table setting filled with oysters, or salad, or even dessert!” – Kirsty, Marketing & Support
Le Feu De L’eau Candle – Fleur
“Nothing better than lighting a beautiful candle at the end of a busy day and chilling out!” – Greer, Project Support & Procurement
Architectural Digest at 100 Book
“My dad has given me a book for Christmas nearly every year since I can remember, so this year I am going to leave some not so subtle hints for him that this one is on my list! ” – Allana, Interior Design Intern
Over $100
“In a clear borosilicate glass and jewelled with fun coloured bubbles of glass – this delicate handmade vase would make a lovely centrepiece. I always love having fresh florals at home over the festive period so this vase would look stunning filled with your favourite bouquet.” – Elissa, Manager & Creative Director
Jardan Nelly Table Light Low in Mist
“Love the Nelly table light in the low version from Jardan. Constructed with a gloss ceramic body and a hand-blown opal borosilicate glass sphere, this beautiful lamp is created in Australia’s oldest pottery studio, Bendigo Pottery. We always appreciate Australian made pieces!” – Darren, CEO & Creative Director
Lucia Canuto ‘Amanti’ Original Artwork
“This piece has been on my wish list for months now…the rich blue hues and soft fabric of the silk crepe is absolutely stunning. I’d have this framed to hang delicately in an acrylic box and already have a spot picked out in my home. Hint hint…” – Kari, Senior Interior Designer
Jardan Birdland Cocktail Glass by Sophie Lou Jacobsen
“Celebrating is on the cards for everyone this Christmas, these cocktail glasses will doubt bring some festive cheer not to mention the perfect styling piece for the Christmas table spread!” – Claudia, Interior Designer
Blue Wave Bowl by Jess Sellinger
“The bright cobalt blue would look amazing in so many spaces, the vibrancy of the colour and shape of the wavey edges just makes me smile. I would love this under the tree.” – Stef, Interior Designer
“I’m all about supporting local and these beautiful pieces are made locally in Brisbane and feature the most incredible form and textures ” – Shirley, Interior Designer
HAY PC Portable Light from Cult Design
“Have always has a special place in my heart for these portable HAY lamps – and as I am currently renovating I can’t help but think about all the future homes I would have for these cute little lamps (both indoor + out!) ” – Kirsty, Marketing & Support
Striped Tekla Beach Towels in Green Blockstripe
“After a year of dreary weather, I am looking forward to spending a lot of time at the beach over the holiday period, hopefully catching some rays!” – Greer, Project Support & Procurement
Dinosaur Designs Resin Moon Cheese Platter in Moody Blue
“This year our Christmas Day theme is blue and green, and I am in charge of making the cheese platter! So I would love for this gorgeous platter to be waiting under the tree for me.” – Allana, Interior Design Intern
HAPPY SHOPPING!
TEAM DJI xxx
