Rebecca Goddard: The design collector’s gift guide
A visual editor and interior stylist – Rebecca Goddard has a true eye for design. Today, she takes us through some of her top gifting picks, the perfect pieces for that design lover in your life.
“Now that December has officially begun, I’m here to kick-off the holiday season with my Design Collector’s Gift Guide — forever-pieces suited for any design enthusiast.
For this season of giving, I’ve teamed up with nest.co.uk to put together a curated selection of gift ideas centred on timeless design. If you have a collector on your shopping list this year, hopefully, this guide will spark a few ideas. I’ve included many of my favourite sure-to-be-classics — items like vases, small lamps, and eye-catching occasional tables.
There’s an iconic piece in just about every price range, with gift ideas starting around €30. Some of these items are designs we already own and use daily, and some are still on my wish-list. However, all of these pieces are functional and beautifully timeless — pieces that will endure for many years ahead thanks to their sculptural aesthetics, simple detailing, and honest materiality.
Most of the items I’ve curated for this guide are from Nest’s “In Stock” selection, so you can be sure they will reach you in time for the holidays. However, some items might have longer fulfilment periods (since good things take time) so please keep this in mind when browsing — happy shopping, and happy holidays!”
Ripple Collection by ferm LIVING
Crafted from mouth-blown glass which features a beautifully rippled surface, choose from Champagne saucers, long cocktails glasses, a carafe and more.
Aura Table Mirror by New Works
Available in an array of luxurious metallic finishes, the Aura Mirror is a multipurpose sculptural accessory that is both practical and stylish.
Ridge Vase by Muuto
Available in terracotta or off-white, the beautiful Ridge Vase features a distinctive ridged surface and two clever indents which make it easy to move the vase from place to place.
Echasse Vase by Audo Copenhagen
Designed by Copenhagen based Studio Theresa Rand, the drop like form of the Échasse sits lightly on brass stilts – creating a timeless and elegant silhouette.
Column Portable Table Lamp by Audo Copenhagen
Combining the latest LED technology with simple, minimalist design, the Column table lamp is rechargeable via USB – giving you complete lighting freedom.
Matin Table Lamp by HAY
Designed by Inga Sempe for HAY, the Matin Table Lamp is defined by a beautifully pleated cotton shade.
Panthella 160 Portable Table Lamp by Louis Poulsen
With all the character of the original, the portable Panthella’s rechargeable battery gives you ultimate flexibility, indoors or out.
Lato Side Table by &Tradition
Simple & sculptural – this sophisticated side table is a work of art in its own right. Featuring a beautiful marble base, it has captured the attention of design lovers everywhere.
Androgyne Side Table by Audo Copenhagen
Named ‘Androgyne’ due to its symbolic embodiment of both masculine and feminine strengths, this beautiful side table comes with either a steel or marble top.
If you’d like to see more of Rebecca’s beautiful Berlin home, we take a virtual tour in our latest journal post. You can also follow her on Instagram at @rebeccagoddard or read her design blog at www.rgdaily.com.
