This time of year as we look for holiday gifts, one of my most favorite categories to shop for is the home. Between gifts for someone else or perhaps ourselves, a gift for the home goes the mile.
When it comes to our friends and family, I love looking for a unique serving dish, perhaps a beautiful vase, or something else to add to a loved one’s home. It’s the kind of gift that can be sentimental and hopefully (if they like it) stay around for some time.
For us, investing in pieces for the home is one way we love to do gifts each season. As we came into this home with no furniture, we’ve been slowly investing in our space. Whether it be a piece of art, antique pottery, or in our case this year’s nursery furniture, the holidays have been and are a great time to do so.
I wanted to share a curated list of finds in partnership with Litt Concept House to inspire thoughtful home decor gifts for this holiday season. They’re pieces that caught my eye as wonderful for gifts for others and a few investment pieces that I would love myself for the home.
Over the summer, I discovered Litt Concept House — a furniture and all things decor store based in Sherman Oaks (and online.) Their passion for sourcing authentic antiques and investment pieces that stand out caught my eye. Alongside their beautiful selection of antiques, they have their own furniture line that is rooted in sustainability. It’s the perfect blend, and very much how we think about our own home. (We have two antique pieces from their store in our nursery and loved working with the team to find the best pieces for Sophie’s room.)
Here’s a look at a curated selection of my favorite finds from Litt Concept House, gifts that would be great for others, and some that I’ve got my eye on myself!
Home Decor Gifts from Litt Concept House
Raku Fired Vessel
This vessel caught my eye for its unique shape and architectural feel. Designed by Cary Lockwood for Litt Concept House, it has such a presence, and could see it as a decorative piece on a shelf. Shop here
Gilded Tray
A lovely piece for a tabletop, whether it be in a living room or even use in a bathroom for cosmetics. Shop here.
Carved Wall Mirror
One of those investment pieces I have been eyeing myself, this George II style hand-carved wall mirror has a beautiful border of sea scrolls with gold hand-gilded accents. Shop here
19th Century Bentwood Chairs (4)
When we were looking for our Thonet-style bentwood chairs for the bistro room, we looked high and low. They’re quite challenging to find and Litt Concept House has 4 of these 19th Century bentwood bistro chairs with embossed seats. Shop here.
Ebonized Round Serving Tray
Always been a fan of a statement tray and this black mango wood tray does the trick. The XL size is also a plus. Shop here.
Litt Overdyed Turkish Oushak Oak Stool
Love the feel of this Dutch oak stool that is covered with an overdyed antique Turkish carpet upholstered top. Shop here.
Black Floral Print Pillow
Love the one-of-a-kind pillow made from handmade textiles and backed with washed black linen. Shop here
Litt Carved Sofa
From Litt Concept House, this carved daybed or sofa is just too beautiful not to mention. It is upholstered in their European washed linen, creating a subtle and relaxed look to a very French-looking piece. Shop here.
Antique Bookcase
If I could pick out a dream piece from the collection, it would be this 19th Century Pine bookcase with the wire meshing. It reminds me of all the pieces in France that I can’t take home with me! Shop here.
Black Crosshatch Aluminum Low Bowl
I could see this as a catch-all bowl on a console table or even as a decorative piece on a coffee table. Shop here
19th Century Oak Mirror
I had to include one more mirror from their collection because they have SO many wonderful ones to choose from. This carved oak mirror is a standout and would be so lovely in an entryway or bedroom. Shop here
Sleep Hill France Sketched Art
A lovely antique art piece, framed and ready to go. For the Francophile, this would be a lovely piece. Shop here.
A few other favorite finds:
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