These minimalist gifts remind recipients to pay attention to quality craftsmanship that melds form and function. While the notion of giving a gift to a minimalist might seem like an act that will only add clutter to a home, there is value in cherishing fewer objects and celebrating simplicity in design. Rather than being purely ornamental, these minimalist gift designs take the form of useful objects for daily life, such as wallets, dinnerware and small furniture pieces.
Some of the most intriguing gifts for minimalists include items that do a double duty. For instance, this includes a stackable line of cookware from Taku Shinomoto that minimizes storage space, as well as slim pieces of bamboo FurniQi furniture that serve as useful pieces of household decor, as well as wireless charging stations.
60 Minimalist Gifts
From Compact Clamshell Wallets to Simplified Logo Posters:
Laura McQuarrie — Nov 24, 2015 — Art & Design
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Hidden Compartment Wallets
The Bellroy 'High Line' Slim Leather Wallet Fits Cards and Cash Easily
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Easy Access Wallets
Your Days of Fumbling for Card is Over With the Grovemade Minimalist Wallet
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Compact Clamshell Wallets
The DPTR Billfold Shape Offers a Petite Design to Hold the Essentials
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Attaché-Style Wallets
The DAX Card Wallet Makes Finding the Right Card Simple and Quick
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Sleek Rocking Toys
This Wooden Kids Toy is a Modern Version of Traditional Rockers
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Minimalist Woolen Daybeds
The Day Bed by Menu is Designed for Small Spaces and Entranceways
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Quantum Mechanic Seating
This Stool is Inspired by the Structure of Subatomic Particles
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Tattoo-Inspired Minimal Tables
This Hardwood Table Features Traditional Japanse Tattoo Accents
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Smartphone-Specific Devices
The Pauline Deltour Fine Collection Charges Digital Products
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Flameless Coil Lighters
This Tesla Lighter Sets a Flame to Things Even When Its Windy or Raining
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Simple Industrial Seating
The Wireframe Chair Duo Designed by Nissa Kinzhalina is Sculptural
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Ammo-Inspired Earphones
The BULLET Bluetooth 4.1 Earpiece is Designed for Exceptional Sound
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Growing Lumber Lamps
The Fox Light is Organically Composed with Branch-Like Components
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Money Clip-Inspired Wallets
The Wamaw Wallet Minimalist Card Holder is Handmade to Perfection
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Minimalist Wall Clocks
The 'Freakish Clock' Only Focuses on One Single Hour at a Time
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Compartmentalized Smartphone Sheaths
This Genuine Leather iPhone 6 Sleeve Has Room for More
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Minimalist Bicycle Brakes
The Wire Brake is Designed For Use With Fixed-Gear Bikes
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Wireless Bamboo Charging Tables
'FurniQi' Lets You Charge Your Phone Just by Placing It Down
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Transformational Key Fobs
Thread Honcho's Clever Flip Key Fob Transforms Into a Minimalist Wallet
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Ultra Minimalist Furniture
The Urban Philosophy Chair by NN Design Band Looks Like a Sketch
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Razor Blade-Thin Tables
The Chieut Coffee Table Top is as Thin as a Knife & Appears to Be Hovering
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Pared-Down Fitness Watches
The TomTom 'Spark' is a Simplified Activity Monitor and Music Player
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Minimalist Tree Trunk Benches
This Bench by Cradle Exlores the Use of Recycled Materials
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Illusionary Projection Lamps
The Yoy Light Creates the Ambience of a Traditional Lamp Without One
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Minimalist Office Organizers
Muji's Organizer is a Time Saver with a Simplistic Design
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Monochromatic Minimalst Watches
The Crossover GRAY Timepiece Model Uses Color to Tell Time
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Self-Healing Smartphone Shields
The TENC Case by Just Mobile Heals Scratches and Scrapes
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Minimalist Bamboo Utensils
This Sleek Bamboo Cutlery by Selce Combines Elegance and Simplicity
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Elongated Expert Clipboards
This Notice Board Maximizes Organization with Three Different Clips
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Water-Providing Watches
TUK Minimal Watches Send Water to a Classroom in Cambodia with Each Sold
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Stackable Japanese Cookware
This Minimalist Cookware Features a Natural and Efficient Design
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Paint Swatch Chairs
These Chairs Feature Multiple Color Shades Baked into Plywood
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Chain-Link Chairs
This Metal Lounge Chair Modernizes Rooms While Resembling a Schoolyard Fence
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Minimalist Tool Pens
The Mininch Tool Pen is a Conveniently Sized Multi-Use Gadget
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Painterly Sketch Chairs
These Stylish Seats are Inspired by Picasso's Famous Line Drawings
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Dual-Textured Cushions
The 'ni.ni.creative' Minimalist Leather Pillows Pair Cozy & Stylish Fabrics
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Sliding Match Safes
These Fire Starters Offers a Quick, Easy and Rustic Way to Start a Blaze
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Minimalist Furniture Art
This Robert O'Connell Collection is Inspired by Post-War Furniture
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Foldable Pocket Shelves
The Tasche Wall Pocket is a Dapper Envelope-Shaped Hanging Unit
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Minimalistic Pasta Measurers
This Modern Spaghetti Measurer is Inspired by an Iconic Hand Gesture
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Apartment-Appropriate Bicycles
This Flexible Bike is Made to Easily Be Carried Up Stairs
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Luxurious Bohemian Rugs
These Graphic Rugs are Inspired by Traditional Tibetan Designs
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Simplified Logo Posters
Nick Barclay Recreated Famous Logos with a Minimalist Look
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Key Tray Lamps
The Butler Lamp from Studio 19 Doubles as a Useful Place for Desk Items
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Geometric Homemade Wreaths
This Modular Metallic Wall Sculptures are a Great Place to Hang Plants
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Compact Architectural Stools
This Arched Seat is Efficient, Artistic and Accommodating in Form
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Resealable Wine Bottles
This Georg Jensen Wine Bottle Features a Swank Design and Topper
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Carbon Fiber Smartphone Stands
TheMiK is a Bottle Opener Keychain with a Technological Twist
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White Snakeskin Sneakers
These Nike Shoes Feature a Realistic Snakeskin Pattern
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Eccentric Porcelain Dishware
The 'Pierot Porcelain Tableware Collection' Features Gold Accents
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Rotating Smart Watch Docks
The Native Union Apple Watch Charger is Minimalist in Design
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Minimalist Line Tables
The Nendo Border Table Collection is Literally Barely There
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Masculine Candle Scents
The Tres Bien Votives Feature Woodsy Aromas for Men to Relax to
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Balanced Skeletal Lamps
The Peek Table Lamp by Menu is a Scaled Down Version of a Floor Lamp
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Versatile Bicycle Fenders
This Innovative Bicycle Fender Fits All Kinds of Bikes
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Wallpaper-Inspired Candles
This Collaboration Features Minimalistic Design Details and Textures
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Minimalist Geometric Stamps
These Stamps are Inspired by Letters of the Latin Alphabet
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Minimalist Baby Swings
The Filzschaukel 'Babyswing' by Johannes Mohr Uses Only Felt and Cable
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Minimalist EDC Dagger Designs
The Copper Sheath Dagger from the Koss Workshop is Ultra-Chic
Space-Saving Foldable Desks
Friday Furniture's Clamshell Desk Has an Appealing Design
Minimal Shoe Rack Concepts
Joao Teixera Designs the New Multifunctional Tokyo Shoe Rack Concept
Minimalist Mobile Gaming Controllers
The Conceptual 'Mini Controller' by Wootae Kim is Stylish
Exquisite Mooncake Gift Boxes
The Chic Habitat Boasts Three Mid-Autumn 2023 Gift Sets
Digital Detox Phone Concepts
Andrea Mangone Boasts a Minimalist Foldable Phone
Modern Magnetic Food Containers
The Cliik Food Storage System is Crafted with Tritan Plastic
Modern Digital Detox Boxes
The Stolp x Marie Kondo Emphasizes the Importance of Mindfulness
Minimalist Monochromatic Glasses
Kilne's New Everyday Glasses Set are Practical and Sleek
Minimalist Designer-Made Phone Cases
CASETiFY 'The White Case' is Simple, Functional and Elegant
Minimalistic Activewear Capsules
The Nike X Sacai Capsule is Simplistically Cool
Minimalist Wireless Speaker Concepts
Jacek Janiczak Unveils the PLAYPLAIN Wireless Speaker
Minimalist Tech-Charging Side Tables
The 'Adap' Table Has a Built-in Qi2 Wireless Charger
Circular Eco-Friendly Minimal Lamps
Enkei Introduces the Sustainable Reminder (001) Lamp
Lighter-Holding Phone Cases
A Celeb Duo Inspired BIC EZ Reach Lighters' Hold the Phone Case
Thoughtful Mother's Day Lines
SoulKu's Mother's Day Collection Offers Thoughtful Accessory Gifts
Minimal Japanese Home Designs
FujiwaraMuro Architects Designs the House in Kyobate
Hand-Dyed Desk Organizers
The Grovemade Desk Tray Comes in Three Sizes
Garden-Inspired Smartphone Chargers
The Mini Moonlit Desk Garden by Seunghyuk Shin is Meditative
Hospitality-Themed Shoe Designs
The JJJJound x Vans Collaboration Embraces Minimalism
Minimalist Leather Bags
The Jacket Maker’s Vintage Leather Bag Collection is Timeless
Reduced Connectivity Mobile Devices
The Minimal Phone Combats Against Too Much Scrolling
Blooming Paper Lamps
The Kazuhiro Yamanaka ‘Tsubomi Paper Lamp’ Embraces Imperfect Forms
Minimalist Hand-Crafted Jewelry Lines
Hello Adorn Boasts Elegant and Minimalist Jewelry Designs
Minimalist Aluminum Wallet Designs
The Ekster Parliament Wallet Has Space for 12 Cards
Wood-Centric Simple Furniture Series
IMCOLLECTIVE Presents the Minimal COLLECTIVE COLLECTION
Minimalist Designer Tech Chargers
The Charger from Counterpart Comes in Five Color Options
Keyboard-Intact E-Ink Smartphones
The Minimalist Phone Has a Juxtaposing Design Language
Commuter-Oriented Tech Accessories
MOFT Taps TOMBOGO for the New 'Creative Commuter' Capsule
Cat-Friendly Minimal Desk Concepts
Liam de la Bedoyere Desgisn the Cat Cubby Desk Concept
Opulent Material-Focused Furniture
Hermès Showcases its New Home Essentials Collection
Artwork-Covered Tech Products
The Lexon x Keith Haring Collection Includes Four Products
Minimalist Clutter-Free Desk Designs
The Parallel Work Table by Eldho T Jai Enhances Productivity
Minimal Phone Interfaces
Minimis Launcher Hopes to Reduce Distractions and Screen Time
Minimalist Phone Home Screens
Dumbify Offers a Minimal Interface to Reduce Digital Distractions
Minimalist Book Storage Tables
The 'Pocket' Coffee Table by Deniz Aktay is Split Open
Luxurious Debut Tableware Capsules
Louis Vuitton Presents its First Tableware Collection
Functional Everyday Object Collections
Goux Studio Showcases the New Modular Plus Collection
Multifunctional Glass Food Containers
These Containers Are Shatterproof, Stackable and Stylish
Modern Gifting Services
Fresh Sends Reinvents Flower Delivery & Gift-Giving for a New Generation
Sleek Multifuntional Lifestyle Bags
two-point Introduces the BASK Bag with Various Functions
Minimal Desk Accessories Concepts
The DESKRISK Series Organizes the Working Space
Reimagined Curiously Functional Products
The New DIDIM Design Series Honors Everyday Objects
Tailor-Made Furniture Ranges
Last Ditch Design's Capsule Balances Aesthetics and Functionality
Minimalist Brand Exhibitions
MUJI Debuts Its Second Iteration of the MUJI IS Exhibition Series
Bookish Advent Calendars
This Advent Calendar for Book Lovers is Filled with 25 Gifts
Fish Lover Snacking Sets
The Tinned Fish Serving Set from Fishwife Blends Snacks and Accessories
Minimalist Artist-Honoring Timepieces
The Basquiat x Skagen Collection Has Timepieces and Jewelry
Minimalist Collaboration Coffee Carriers
Starbucks x fragment Design Collection Has Two Sizes
Aesthetically Functional Chopsticks
Restless Chopsticks Tableware by Marko Stanojevic are Elegant
Luxury Fragrance Gift Guides
These Molton Brown Luxury Fragrance Gift Ideas Pamper Loved Ones
Sleek Smartphone-Inspired Flashlights
The Conceptual 'WHITT' Flashlight by Sihyun Choi is Compact
Minimalist Barrel-Inspired Saunas
Kairi Eguchi Studio Develops This Stunning, Minimalist Sauna
Metal-Inspired Homeware Capsules
KUTARQ Studio Unveils the GVPO Lighting & FOLIO Furniture Series
Sleek Minimal Cohesive Furniture
Koichi Futatsumata Designs the Sand Chair of Minimal Forms
Eco-Friendly Hardwood Accessories
Grovemade Creates a New Series of Affordable Desk Organizers
Realistic Messy Romantic Gifts
The Messy Paper Anniversary Gift Boxes Embraces Imperfections
Sea Pebble-Inspired Serveware Capsules
Kelly Wearstler & Giobagnara Present the Maris Collection
Customizable Book Portraits
Lagom Collections Boasts Personalized Portraits for Your Books
Minimalist Incense Holders
Province Apothecary's Lunar Incense Holder is Versatile and Elegant
Imitation Book Accessories
Novel Bookwallets Mimics Novels and Film Books for Small Leather Goods
Minimalist Smartphone Apps
The Dumb Phone App Provides a Pared-Back Experience for iOS Users
QSR-Themed Minimal Holiday Sets
Chipotle Launches the Festive All I Want is Chipotle Set
Folder Icon-Inspired Wallets
Nik Bentel's PC Folder Wallet is Made from Vegan Leather
Lunar New Year-Inspired Noteboooks
Moleskine Adds New Designs to the 3 Artists, 3 Countries Series
Minimalist Tech Writings
The Minimalist Book Offers Writing About Tech and Programing Philosophy
Modular Wooden Desk Trays
Teixeira Design Studio Creates the Modular Track Concept
Sleek Compact Minimal Chargers
Counterpart Designs the Charger with Simplistic Functions
Origami-Inspired Lunch Boxes
The FoldiBox 2 Box has a Flatpack and Technical Design
Japanese Bento-Inspired Stationery
NOOE's Bento Jot Offers an Efficient Storage Solution
Posh Portable Incense Holders
The Takumi Tokyo Rin Incense Holder is Crafted with Wood and Brass
Sensibly Sharp Elevated Knives
Grovemade Presents a New Task Knife with Improvements
Juxtaposing Material Furniture Series
Junya Igashami Designs a New Furniture Collection
Meal Preparation Lunch Boxes
The memobento is a Stylish Way to Simplify Meal Prepping
Jewelry-Holding Flower Vases
The Mirror Vase Stand Has a Minimalist Yet Multifunctional Form
Aesthetically Pleasing Minimalist Chairs
Koichi Futatsumata's Sand Chair is Comfortable and Chic
Minimal Storage Tray Concepts
Ping-Lun Chung Designs the Spiral Tray Concept for Organizing
Wellness-Focused Meditative Gift Sets
b, halfmoon Presents Its Fall/Winter 2024 Collection
Leaf-Inspired Colorful Trays
The LEAF Tray Joins the GOODS' EVERYDAY OBJECT Series
Desktop Contemporary Accessories
A Team of Designers Create the Colorful and Functional Accessory
Minimal Modern Desk Designs
The Single Desk by found / Founded has a Compact Form
Wasteful Shopping Billboards
Not On The High Street's Billboards Highlight a "Don't Gift Guide"
Refined Minimal Furniture Capsules
Mjölk and Thom Fougere Unveil Another Collection
Sturdy Minimalist Tables
Joanna Laajisto Designs This Table for Nikari Out of 100-Year-Old Wood
Bright Whimsical Home Accessories
Blue Balcony Design Studio Delivers a Range of Vibrant Decor
Simplistic Folding Clamshell Smartphones
Andrea Mangone Designs the Minimal 0/1 Phone
Novel Outdoor Design Capsules
Marmot & Better™ Gift Shop Collaborate on Eco-Friendly Winter Series
Understated Spring-Centric Fashion
Stein Presents its Spring/Summer 2025 Line of Minimal Looks
Convenience-Focused Lunch Boxes
The W&P BYO Lunch Bundle is a Convenient and Stylish Solution
Minimal Philosophy Toronto Homes
Burdifilek Designs the Sleek Forest Hill Residence
Furniture-Expressive Magazines
Flexform Creates the Somewhere Magazine to Highlight Designs
Space-Saving Furniture Campaigns
Marie Kondo Partners with Transformer Table on a New Campaign
Sneaker-Resembling Leather Wallets
These Nike Cardholders are Reminiscent of Its Sneakers
Modern Compact Wooden Fans
PRINTWORKS Introduces the Fantastic Fan Design
Meaningful Jewelry Gifts
Bluboho X Fashionista Introduce a Timeless Gift for Your Future Self
Glowing Minimalist Timepieces
The MING 37.02 Minimalist Features the Brand's Polar WHITE Material
Sustainable Modular Desk Trays
A Team of Designers Join on a Minimal Tray Collection
Minimalistic Desk Solutions
The 'Wool Felt Studio Pad' from Grovemade Simplifies Desk Organizing
Sleek Minimal Contemporary Wallets
FOCX Designs the PIONEER Wallet with Minimal Features
Sleek Metallic Incense Holders
This Luxury Incense Holder Concept by Nikhil Kapoor is Sleek
Miniature Handheld Graters
Gensuke Kishi Designs the Colorful Irogami Grater for Tsuboe
Sleek Colorful Card Wallets
Discommon Unveils the Wallet 3.0 with Improved Pockets
Luxurious Whisky Home Products
Ashley Stark Home Boasts the Sleek Alba Gift Set
History-Honoring Furniture Series
MONO Editions and Corpus Studio Create the Platane Collection
Minimally Elegant Furniture Series
YuoNing Chien Introduces the Connexion Collection
Colorful Functional Luggage Designs
Monos is a New Brand of Playful Luggage Designs
Minimal Warm Furniture Expansions
Norm Architects Designs the Karimoku Case Collection
Authentic Tin Sake Cups
Metaphys Designs the New Set of Stackable Sake Kitchenware
Tranquil Cozy Fashion Capsules
MAXIME Unveils the New a Man and His Objects Collection
Neutral Tonal Jewelry Showrooms
Keiji Ashizawa Design Creates the Minimal Mariha Showroom
Wireless Lamp Renditions
The Tom Dixon Portable Collection Features Cordless Designs
Digital Experience Gifting
Memory Crate Lets Users Gift Coupons, Experiences, or Acts of Service
Custom Holiday Ornaments
Staples Print Services Make Custom Gifting Easy
Nostalgic Radio Concepts
The Calming Noise Radio by Gisung Han has a Minimal Design
Digital Gifting Platforms
On Me Makes the Traditional Gift Card Experience Modern & Personal
Mid-Century-Inspired Paper House Ornaments
West Elm Presents a Series of Paper Christmas Ornaments
Ready-to-Pour Cocktail Gifts
The Deko Cocktails Gift Box Pairs Signature Serves with Garnishes
Cardboard-Inspired Ceramic Household Art
Jacques Monneraud Designs the Cardboard Collection
Illuminated Stainless Steel Clipboards
Studio SHFT Designs the FOLD B with a Minimal Aesthetic
Japanese-Inspired Simplistic Offices
Okamura Presents its Lives Post + Beam Workspace Design
Timeless Furniture Series
Artek Creates the Crafted Through Time Series to Build on Designs
Wireless Clock Charger Concepts
Nihoy Lahiri Designs the Multifunctional Zenith Clock Concept
Alcohol-Free Gift Packs
Gimber's Alcohol-Free Gift is Packed in Honeycomb-Style Material
Pottery-Inspired Artful Notebooks
Sutta Design Creates the Dynamic Kintsugi Art Notebook
Sweden-Inspired Unique Glass Vessels
The Midsummer Mini Vase Series Honors Swedish Tradition
Minimal Interior Sushi Restaurants
Future Simple Studio Designs the Sushibox Restaurant in Canada
Minimal Global Desk-Side Clocks
Masafumi Ishikawa Designs the World Clock for Desks
Nature-Inspired Collections
arcana Boasts a Series of Thoughtful Gifts for the Holidays
Creatively Abstract Homeware Capsules
RIXO Ventures Into the Home Space with its Debut Collection
Boho Retailer Gift Guides
The Anthropologie Festive Gift Guide is Packed with Options
Festive Titanium Shot Glasses
Idea Sekikawa Design Creates the Sleek and Colorful Shot Glass
Cash-Gifting Greeting Cards
Hallmark + Venmo Cards Simultaneously Share Heartfelt Messages & Money
Minimal Compact Pen Stands
Kairi Eguchi Designs the Metallic Serenity Pen Stand
Distraction-Free Alarm Clock Concepts
Ahmed Rashad Designs the Sleek Wireless Clock Chargers
Moon-Inspired Wall Clocks
Sora no Kakera Designs the Intricately Made Moon Trip Clock
Imaginative Pared-Back Art Supplies
Woset Designs a Range of Stationary and Furniture for Kids
Minimal Dynamic Desk Clocks
Lautaro Lucero and Shapr3D Design the Wooden Desk Clock Concept
Versatile Modern Appliance Capsules
Monogram Unveils Three New Appliance Collections
Plus-Shaped Wall-Mounted Designs
Goux Studio Introduces its Minimal Plus Collection
Sparkler-Holding Glass Jars
Kenji Fujii Designs the Sparkler in Your Palm Glass Jars