6 stylish board games to bring a sense of play into your home

We’ve noticed a growing trend in the world of interiors for stylish and statement board games. These aren’t your usual dog-eared nineties Monopoly editions, we’re talking hand-crafted, often personalised pieces that are objets d’art in their own right. From leaning into puzzles during lockdown to a celebration of more ‘analog’ hobbies, these stylish board games are guaranteed to inject a sense of play into your home.

Backgammon board by Jonothan Adler 

If you’re looking for a gift for the person who has everything, then look no further than Jonathan Adler. His collection of homewares and curios transforms the ordinary into something extraordinary. Like this Milano Backgammon Set, which would take pride of place on any coffee table. If you’re looking for something slightly cheaper and just as stylish, then this St Tropez backgammon set by Maison Games (designed by our very own International Colour Consultant, Charlotte Cropper) is the way to go.

Playing cards by Liberty

Whether you’re on holiday or just in your living room, a pack of playing cards brings with it endless possibilities. We’re not sure you'll find a better looking set than this floral set by Liberty.

Chessboard by Casa Carta 

According to the prominent painter Marcel Duchamp, “while all artists are not chess players, all chess players are artists” and this chessboard by Casa Carta would make the ultimate gift for the artist, chess player or eclectic decor lover in your life.

Jigsaw puzzles by Prints in Pieces 

Puzzles had an absolute renaissance over lockdown, with some people framing their finished pieces as a memento from what was an unprecedented time. Prints in pieces has a collection of puzzles that are works of art in themselves (we love this Spaghetti Party puzzle) and definitely deserve a place on your wall or coffee table. You’ve just got to finish them first!

Dominoes by Not Another Bill

This set of dominoes by Not Another Bill is a work of art in itself. Featuring illustrations by New York street artist, Keith Haring they’re fun, colourful, and a great way to create your own fun without a screen. We’re totally obsessed with this Keith Haring chess set too. 

Oliver Bonas’ pastel four in a row

A classic, four-in-a-row is one of those games you can play in a pub on a slow Sunday or with kids’ to kill time. We love this wooden pastel version of Four in a Row by Oliver Bonas. Very in keeping with the Danish pastels decor trend and the perfect table topper.

Like the look of these stylish board games? Take a read of our picks of the must-have retro accessories for your home.