It’s only natural that interior designers have a knack for selecting the perfect gift. After all, gift-giving is an art, and designers know exactly what makes people happy at home. We turned to local designers for their favorite gift ideas—and how they like to wrap their goodies. Whether you’re shopping for the impossible-to-buy-for or seeking inspiration for the finishing touches, you’ll find ideas here.
“I LOVE THIS SPLATTER PATTERN AND I THINK IT’S A GREAT GIFT TO GIVE, ESPECIALLY TO THOSE WHO LOVE TO COOK AND ENTERTAIN. THEY OFFER A VARIETY OF COLORS, SO IT CAN WORK IN ANY SPACE.” —HANNAH OZBURN, HANNAH B. OZBURN INTERIORS
Grey on White Splatterware Serving Bowl and Platter / $120–$240 / marchsf.com
“I PREFER TO GIFT EXPERIENCES AND ENVIRONMENTS OVER THINGS. I LOVE GIFTS THAT REFLECT HOW WELL SOMEONE UNDERSTANDS ME AND KNOWS WHAT I LOVE AND ENJOY. IT MEANS SO MUCH WHEN THE GIFT ACKNOWLEDGES THAT.” —TRACI ZELLER, TRACI ZELLER INTERIORS
Olive Branch Gold Candle / $70 / michaelaram.com
“I LOVE TO GIVE PRETTY COFFEE-TABLE BOOKS BECAUSE THAT’S A WAY OF ADDING SOMETHING SPECIAL TO A FRIEND OR FAMILY MEMBER’S HOME. I LIKE TO CHOOSE A BOOK THAT NOT ONLY LOOKS PRETTY, BUT ALSO MATCHES THEIR STYLE.” —BETH BARDEN, DESIGNPOST INTERIORS
Down to Earth: Laid-Back Interiors for Modern Living by Lauren Lies / $40 / abramsbooks.com
“I LIKE GIVING STATEMENT FLOWER VASES THAT CAN STAND ALONE BUT ARE PREFERABLY FILLED WITH SEASONAL STEMS OR A GROUPING OF THEIR FAVORITE FLOWER. GLOBAL VIEWS HAS A GREAT SELECTION.” —HADLEY QUISENBERRY, WEST TRADE INTERIORS
Global Views Gold Ring Vases / price upon request / goodshomefurnishings.com
“FOR ME, THE BEST GIFTS ARE THE ONES THAT ARE DEEPLY PERSONAL AND REFLECT THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE GIVER AND RECEIVER. I PREACH THAT YOUR HOME SHOULD TELL THE STORY OF YOUR LIFE AND SHOULD BE FILLED WITH ITEMS THAT EVOKE JOY.” —CATHY AUSTIN, CATHERINE M. AUSTIN INTERIOR DESIGN
Hand-Painted Ornaments / $38 each / lindsaycowles.com