Category Decorative
Living, breathing,
feeling... décor
Tied hand in hand, good home décor and good tableware are very comfortable bedfellows. We explore the industry’s continued advancement into creating decorative pieces for the home… Beatriz Ball, founder Does the current market mean it is now necessary for tabletop brands to expand into add-on decorative items – and does this apply to both retail and hospitality? I fully embrace the expansion into add-on decorative items. My retail clients want more than just tableware—they’re looking for cohesive collections that include vases, candleholders, and linens to create complete, beautiful tablescapes. These extras not only enhance the look but also boost sales by encouraging customers to buy full sets. Does this “one-stop shop” philosophy create additional pressure and stress on tabletop suppliers or is it a necessity given market demands? Sourcing and product development can be stressful—especially with the ever-evolving U.S. tariff situation—but building collections is what I do, and what brings me joy. Nothing beats the feeling of greeting customers at market and responding to their inevitable question, “What’s new?” with a curated array of diverse products they won’t find anywhere else.
In your opinion, what types of decorative products “make sense” for tableware providers to supply? Besides tableware, I have long designed and sold items of home décor and giftable items. Customers love my heirloom quality handcrafted picture frames and items suitable for the desk or vanity. I am proud that my brand is always voted one of the most popular on bridal registries, and brides-to-be register for both our tableware and home décor items. Which of your decorative items are performing well for you and why do you think that is? My vinyl placemats have been performing exceptionally well, and I believe it’s because they’re both practical and transformative on your table. Being reversible, they offer vibrant colours and unexpected patterns that can instantly refresh any table setting. They’re fun, easy to use and care for, and provide incredible value—what we like to call “a lot of bang for the buck” here in the States!
Alessi Alessi is excited to announce a new collaboration with Jin Kuramoto, the talented Japanese designer brings his experimental approach to the brand’s extensive catalogue for the first time. From Kuramoto's creative vision comes Pleats, a small family of stainless-steel trays inspired by the iconic shape of a beer bottle cap. This common object is reimagined as a piece of essential, simple yet expressive design. Pleats is available in various shapes and colour options.
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