As we bid farewell to summer's al fresco dining, we welcome evenings by the fire and the transition from verdant greens to fiery hues. This season is all about making the home a cosy haven for hunkering down. In this post, we explore 5 ways to get your home ready for the chilly season.
1. Decorate your home with wicker log baskets
Wicker baskets have been a staple storage item for millennia. First documented in ancient Egypt, this traditional weaving method continues to be used for furniture and storage items today. It's easy to see why—wicker is strong, durable, aesthetically pleasing, and versatile in shape and size. Kubu rattan, a fast-growing, sustainable fibre native to Indonesia, is particularly popular for crafting woven baskets. Its attractive grey-brown hue gives baskets a timeless charm that blends seamlessly into contemporary interiors.
Wicker log baskets are excellent additions during the colder months, perfect for storing logs within arm's reach of the fireplace. Many people also use them to store blankets. With practical handles and a natural aesthetic, these baskets serve as both functional storage and decorative pieces.
Above: Our Kingston Log Baskets in their various sizes
2. A lamp table can make a living room feel cosy
As the nights grow longer than the days, we tend to retreat to our living rooms, seeking comfort by the fire with a good book. Table lamps are an excellent way to create a cosy ambiance, and often, more is merrier. Lamp tables offer a harmonious display for your lamps while providing clever storage solutions. With a shelf underneath, you can neatly stow away living room essentials or coffee table books. Our Larissa Lamp Table is a delightful addition to any living space. Its ring-turned columns draw inspiration from traditional designs, yet feature subtle details that lend elegance and versatility to contemporary interiors.
3. Oak chopping boards are great for celebrations
Charcuterie boards, of French origin, typically feature a selection of cured meats and cheeses served on a wooden chopping board as an appetizer. If you're hosting this festive season, a charcuterie board offers an elegant and effortless way to feed your guests. Our oak chopping boards, handcrafted from spare oak pieces left over from our furniture production, are perfect for this purpose. Each board is unique, with its own personality, and finished with food-safe oil—making them both practical and beautiful.
4. Entertain your guests at the kitchen island
For many, a dream kitchen includes an island. Our collection of oak kitchen islands was designed as an easy way to add extra space to the heart of your home, whether you already have an island or not. These versatile, movable kitchen islands offer a perfect gathering spot for close friends and family to enjoy a glass of wine and conversation during the festive season. Our standalone kitchen islands comfortably accommodate up to four guests.
Above: Our Windsor Kitchen Station Set
5. Prepare for hosting with our oak dining sets
A dining set fulfils one of the most essential functional needs of a home and can significantly impact a dining area. The right combination of chairs and an elegant dining table can transform the feel of a room. Our Traditional Dining Set With Chairs is a perfect example. Its streamlined, open design keeps the room feeling light and contemporary. If you're hosting this season and looking to create a fresh look in your home, our experts have curated several dining sets to alleviate the stress of matching the right seating with your dining table, so that you can focus on entertaining. Our oak dining sets can sit up to 10 guests.
