“Home sweet home.”
“Home is where the heart is.”
“Home is where one starts from.”
“Home is not a place…it’s a feeling.”
“There’s no place like home.”
There’s a reason why there are so many quotes and sayings about homes: They make us who we are, and sustain us as we move through the seasons of our lives. We can think of no better way to celebrate this season of giving than with a home-related gift — either to yourself or to someone you love.
Here’s a closer look at five home furniture gifts seen on many family wish lists — all aimed at giving new meaning to the words, “home for the holidays.”
1. A living room set
Family time is everything. One of the best ways to facilitate more opportunities to gather? Create a space that supports it. Comfortable, inviting living room furniture can make all the difference when it comes to bringing families together. When choosing a living room set, keep in mind that durable, easy-to-clean fabrics further enhance the livability of a space.
And remember: It’s not just about the furniture, but also how it’s arranged. When choosing new living room furniture, use our Room Planner to maximize functionality.
2. An entertainment center
While disguising and hiding televisions was once the design status quo, more designers are embracing them as part of a room’s decor.
Last Detail Interior Design author Carey Karlan told Architectural Digest, “I’m in favor of full disclosure. As our attitude towards devices evolves, so does our aesthetic taste, making most coverage solutions just look clunky and out of style. For example, a TV inside an armoire looks so antiquated for today’s standards. Instead, I think you need to treat your TV like an upscale accessory, and an elegant console or chest underneath it can be a thing of absolute beauty. However, you need to invest in the right console; you don’t want to put it over orange crates or a cheap makeshift table.”
The takeaway? The furniture on which televisions rest should not be an afterthought, but rather complementary to your decor. The gift of an entertainment center can help families elevate their living space in a practical way.
3. A bed.
Sleep can be elusive in today’s hectic, fast-paced world. Not only are beds beautiful, but they add to the sense of the bedroom as a sanctuary — thereby making it more conducive to a good night’s sleep.
For larger budgets, additional bedroom furniture, a bedroom set or posh bedding can be a thoughtful gift for everyone from teenagers transitioning to more sophisticated spaces to couples celebrating years of marriage.
4. A dining table.
“The family that eats together, stays together.” While this adage may not be 100 percent accurate, a growing body of evidence does point to bonding benefits for families who sit down to eat together. In this sense, the gift of a dining table is both sensible and symbolic.
An elegant, well-crafted dining table, meanwhile, becomes a cherished heirloom to be passed down through the generations.
5. Art
“The whole culture is telling you to hurry, while the art tells you to take your time. Listen to the art,” said writer Junot Diaz. A gift of art breathes life into a home in several ways, including everything from serving as a focal point to stimulating conversation.
“Life takes you unexpected places, love brings you home.” Wherever you are this holiday season, a gift for the home is a gift of love. Visit Stowers Furniture to cross an item off a special someone’s wish list today.
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