Thoughtfully curated items to celebrate the subtle ways a mother has shaped what makes a house truly feel like home
In the realm of maternal love, there exists a special language spoken through thoughtful gestures that recognise her role as nurturer.
This Mother’s Day, move beyond the predictable bouquets and chocolates to explore gifts that resonate with permanence and presence, much like her influence in our lives.
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From artisanal ceramic masterpieces that bridge generations of craftsmanship to reimagined interpretations of iconic art, here are seven design-forward pieces that carry the weight of intention, crafted with the same care and consideration she’s always shown in creating spaces where memories unfold.
1. Poltrona Frau limited edition ceramic vases by Yuki Nara

Above Limited edition Ohi-yaki ceramic vases by Yuki Nara for Poltrona Frau

Above Poltrona Frau’s Pelle Frau “Colorsphere” Impact Less leather pedestal
In collaboration with Japanese ceramic artist Yuki Nara–descendant of the illustrious Ohi family renowned for producing Ohi-yaki ceramics for more than 360 years–Poltrona Frau presents a series of limited edition ceramic vases on bespoke leather-upholstered pedestals.
Inspired by the structural essence of forests and trees, each ceramic piece made from Ohi clay rests atop a wooden pedestal designed by Nara, and is upholstered with the exquisite Pelle Frau “Colorsphere” Impact Less leather (guarzo Fume). It folds at the edges, creating contours and shadows that evoke the movement of once-living organisms through a cohesive entity with a strong spatial identity.
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Following its initial debut at the Maison & Objet 2025 in Paris, the exclusive vase-and-pedestal combination is available at Poltrona Frau stores in Milan, London, New York, Miami, Washington DC, Mumbai, Shanghai, Tokyo and Osaka.
2. cc-tapis Rebus rugs by India Mahdavi

Above cc-tapis Rebus rug by Iranian-French architect and designer India Mahdavi (Photo: Instagram / @cc_tapis)

Above Each rug is both artwork and object balancing abstraction and symbolism (Photo: Instagram / @cc_tapis)
Bring some colour into her home with these Rebus hand-knotted rugs by cc-tapis, in collaboration with acclaimed Iranian-French architect and designer India Mahdavi.
Bridging the realms of fine art and interior design, and forming a visual language that is both cryptic and playful, Mahdavi crafts a design puzzle that balances abstraction and symbolism.
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Above Fade effect achieved through alternation of wool threads in varied saturations (Photo: Instagram / @cc_tapis)

Above Saturated colours and bold, unexpected forms offer fresh insight with every glance (Photo: Instagram / @cc_tapis)
Each rug functions as both artwork and object, with translated words, phrases and ideas converging through saturated colours and bold, unexpected forms–a figurative language that invites interpretation, offering fresh insight with every glance.
Produced in the cc-tapis atelier in Nepal, the Rebus collection showcases exceptional craftsmanship. Its distinctive fade effect, achieved through careful alternation of wool threads in varied saturations–resulting in a palette that is both subtle and striking.
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3. Lego Art Vincent Van Gogh–Sunflowers wall art set

Above The Lego wall art set captures the brilliance of Van Gogh’s painting in 1889 Arles (Photo: Lego)
What better flowers to get your mum than those that last forever? And which blossoms speak better of permanence than Vincent Van Gogh’s iconic Sunflowers?
Created in collaboration with the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam–which holds the world’s largest Van Gogh collection, including the original Sunflowers painting–this three-dimensional buildable interpretation by Lego captures the brilliance of the work the artist painted in Arles in 1889.
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Featuring 16 sunflowers with adjustable petals, a removable frame, a printed tile bearing Van Gogh’s signature, and a hanger element for elegant wall display–see how Van Gogh’s iconic use of light, shade and layered yellow hues come to life as you spend quality time with mum in constructing the 2,615-piece composition.
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4. Pern Baan OTS Chair by Office of Tangible Space

Above A reinterpretation that blends sculptural form with artisanal process (Photo: Pern Baan)

Above Bridging high-precision metalwork with traditional craftsmanship in Thailand (Photo: Pern Baan)
The OTS Chair by Pern Baan–a Thai-American furniture brand founded by Robert Sukrachand–and New York–based studio Office of Tangible Space is a bold reinterpretation of the classic dining chair that blends sculptural form with artisanal process.
Crafted in Thailand, a country whose design culture bridges high-precision metalwork with traditional handcraft, the chair features a powder-coated steel frame in graphic green or soft cream, and paired with a handwoven cotton cord seat and an open base that maintains a visually lightweight yet grounded presence.
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5. Sage Living Starlight Ori side table

Above Inspired by the geometric folding design of origami (Photo: Sage Living)
Relive your shared childhood memories with mum with Sage Living’s Starlight collection–a furniture series that draws inspiration from childhood memories of paper folding or origami.
Designed by co-founders Keerthi Tummala and Ram Kabadi, the collection celebrates the magic of folded design, where clean lines and thoughtful construction evoke nostalgia–those moments when boats, cranes, and airplanes came to life through simple creases and folds.
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Capturing the essence of origami through masterful integration of traditional Indian craftsmanship, the Ori side table features honey onyx and silver pyrite stone pieced together with Pietra Dura inlay techniques–the slicing and cutting of materials into different shape sections, before assembling back together seamlessly.
Set atop highly reflective chrome legs, the geometric forms and clean lines reflect paper folding’s elegant simplicity, creating a captivating illusion that is both visually intriguing and practical in functionality.
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6. Pratesi Botanica bedding collection

Above Pratesi captures the romance of the Italian countryside in bloom (Photo: Instagram / @pratesi.official)

Above The Tre Righe hand-embroidery set against Egyptian cotton percale (Photo: Instagram / @pratesi.official)
Designed to elevate every moment of rest for your mum, the Botanica collection by Italian luxury linen and bedding brand Pratesi captures the romance of the Italian countryside in bloom–winding buds, florals and soft dappled light.
Woven by artisans in Italy, the collection features a rich tapestry of flowers set against a base of Egyptian cotton percale, evoking the timeless charm of la dolce vita. The bedding caps off on a luxurious hand-embroidered note with Pratesi’s celebrated three-line embroidery–the Tre Righe, and the brand’s subtle emblem nestled among the vines.
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7. King Living Sleep+ Mattress and bed

Above Every layer of the King Living Sleep+ Mattress is engineered for customisable support, enhance airflow and wick away moisture (Photo: King Living)
Exceptional rest is important to all mothers, and whether your mum prefers firm support, cloud-like softness or something in between, the modular and customisable Sleep+ Mattress by King Living may be what is needed for a restful night of uninterrupted sleep.
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Each component can be interchanged, allowing you to configure your ideal sleep surface–such as the Comfort Layer with five different configurations to suit your preferred sleep position and firmness level, and the mesh-encased Spring Base with KingCell pocket coil springs that provide targeted support and pressure relief.
Besides that, every layer of the Sleep+ Mattress is engineered to enhance airflow and wick away moisture–not to mention, removable to clean or vacuum–creating a cool, clean sleep environment within the zipped cover.
Furthermore, complete mum’s new sleeping sanctuary with King Living’s range of beds that blends form and function: Horizon Bed features a floating-style platform and a grand bedhead that conceals mounting points for side wings and smart accessories, whereas the Jasper Bed comes with integrated lighting, shelves, under-bed storage and wireless charging so everything is within reach.
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