While some people treat their house as something purely functional - a space to sleep, eat, and clean yourself - others are a lot more proud of the place they call home. Gift shopping for our houseproud pals is actually a lot easier than it is for the ‘functionalists.’

For those who love their home, any gift that adds to the ambience, and benefits the aesthetic, will be a great gift. To help you come up with some ideas, we’ve compiled a few gifts that we think any houseproud friend would be delighted to receive.

Rugs

Rugs are something that can really pull a space together. They provide comfort underfoot, can warm a room with otherwise cold floors, and to top it off, unlike carpets they can be moved anywhere you like.

Choosing the right rug is a tricky process; you need to make sure that it really goes with the room. If it’s a housewarming present, wait until you’ve visited at least once. Don’t rush into anything - rugs can be quite expensive, and if your houseproud friend really likes it, they could have the rug in their life for years to come.

Decanters

If your friend drinks alcohol, then a great gift choice can be to get them a decanter. There are different kinds of decanters, depending on the kind of drink that you intend on storing in them.

Wine decanters aim to allow the wine to open up by exposing it to oxygen. As a result, they’re designed with that purpose in mind.

Decanters for other liquids may serve other functions, and as a result, will be designed differently. If you know that your friend is partial to cognac, get them a cognac decanter. Likewise, if they prefer wine, get them one that’s better for aerating.

Cutlery set

If your friend likes to host gatherings and dinner parties, then why not get them a cutlery set? Depending on the aesthetic of their home, you could go for a more modern stainless option or a more traditional silver set.

If they’re into antiques, then you can have a look around at an old antique dealer. While browsing, you might stumble upon something else that you just know your pal would love.

Gift sets

If you’re still not sure about what to get, then you really can’t go wrong with home-oriented Oud gift sets. They can contain a wide variety of items, from premium candles to scent diffusers. 

Any of the options will certainly add to the feel of the recipient’s place, but it’s important that you choose a set that meets their personal preferences. For example, if they hate the smell of roses, steer clear of rose-scented diffusers. If they love cinnamon, try to get something associated with that spice.

If your friend is houseproud, the chances are that they have a specific style. Make sure that you pay careful attention to that style when choosing a gift - you want to get it just right, making sure you get something that makes their house just that bit more special.