Depending on the place you call home, the changing seasons may bring cooler weather, warmer fashion, and the beginning of holiday festivities.
If you’re looking to upgrade your closet, find a gift, or treat yourself, here are a few luxurious must-haves for the upcoming months of fall foliage, breezy temperatures, and autumn decor.
Must-Have Sustainable Coffee Mugs
Sustainable is a concept that is here to stay. The increasing awareness about single-use plastic and our threatened environment has sparked an interest in sustainable everything. If you’re switching from iced coffee to steaming tea and hot cocoa, try a ceramic travel mug that will eliminate single-use cups. The ceramic mugs are stylish and functional.
Photos courtesy of Kim Wallace Ceramics
A Wraparound Shawl/Pashmina
These travel wraps are perfect for breezy mornings that require a few extra layers. Muted tones and woven from fine merino wool, these scarves can add a touch of style to your outfit. Later in the day if the chill is gone, the items are lightweight and can easily be stowed away in your bag or in your desk.
Photos courtesy of Tolly McRae
A Rainy Day Necessity
A functional and fun umbrella is perfect for unexpected weather. Whether you’re running errands or headed to a business meeting, there’s nothing worse than being caught in the rain. Don’t let unpredictable weather ruin your day or your style. Find a compact umbrella that fits into your style. Nothing brightens up a rainy afternoon like an umbrella that perfectly suits your personality.
Photo courtesy of Sophie Allport
Art and Greenery
Photo courtesy of Bex Parkin
Photo courtesy of AUDENZA
Shorter days, cooler nights and less time to spend outdoors can leave some days feeling rather dull. Brighten up your space with a touch of greenery, such as a new plant or a bouquet of fresh-cut flowers. A low maintenance option would be a cheerful piece of art that brings life into rooms that can feel drab in the upcoming months.
Not Playing Around
By Mark Moffa
Founded in 2011 by a professional table tennis player and several dedicated advocates of the sport, Eleven Ravens claims to be the premier manufacturing company for custom-made table tennis tables in the United States. Its product line includes billiards, shuffleboard, and pokers tables as well.
Each element is carefully handcrafted, sanded, polished and fitted by skilled artisans. The standard playing surface is an Eleven Ravens blend of high-quality composite materials designed to be scratch and damage-resistant, as well as waterproof.
“I thought it would be significant if I could combine genuinely unique designs with the natural energy of table tennis tables, billiards tables, and more,” says Bernard Semerdjian, the director of design for Eleven Ravens. Semerdjian is an internationally celebrated graphic designer, specializing in interactive digital interface design and 3-D imaging. “The response has been more gratifying than I could ever explain,” he adds.
Eleven Ravens Limited Edition custom-made table tennis tables fall in the $11,000 to $25,000 price range. Specialty custom-made tables are also available and start at $14,000, depending on complexity of design and materials.
RAVEN BILLIARDS
The elegant Raven Billiards table has been designed to reflect the silhouette of the mythical bird itself. It is available both as a table tennis table and as a pool table.
THESEUS BILLIARDS TABLE
The Theseus flagship model showcases its elegant arch in poetic and flawless luxury design. Custom handcrafted by skilled artisans, Theseus tables come in Bamboo, Teak, Brushed Aluminum, or alternatively, in a highly complimentary Navy or White finish.
Photos courtesy Eleven Ravens.
AVETTORE: AEREO LIMITED EDITION TABLE TENNIS TABLE
The fluidity and aerodynamic nature of the Lucite creates a movement to this piece of art, while the leather accents reinforce stability and ground the model as a centerpiece in any setting. This visual juxtaposition is the ultimate contemporary showpiece for your home. The Avettore Table is also available in solid wood with your choice of species and color accents.
This story originally appeared in Unique Homes Ultimate ’17. Click here to see the digital version.